Renew Vehicle Registration (License Plates)

WHAT YOU NEED:

Proof of current Colorado insurance. When providing proof of insurance, the vehicle’s VIN number and the effective dates of coverage must be documented.
Proof of emissions test, if this requirement is indicated on your vehicle registration record. Click here for emissions testing information.

Vehicle Registration Renewal Options

Click here to renew Online
Click here (or see below) for information on renewing at an MVExpress Kiosk
Renew by Mail (see information below)

Renew at an MVExpress Kiosk

It’s fast and easy! The Colorado MVExpress self-service kiosk will provide your registration renewal and license plate sticker on the spot.

Six convenient locations at Douglas County King Soopers stores in Castle Rock, Parker and Highlands Ranch – or use any kiosk located across the state!

Registration Renewal Kiosks (King Soopers)

Renew by Mail

Watch for your courtesy renewal card in the mail.
Provide your new address on the renewal card if it has changed. If you do not have a renewal card, click here to print and complete a Vehicle Registration Address Change Form.
Provide a copy of your vehicle insurance if it is noted on the renewal card.
Provide proof of emissions if it is noted on the renewal card. Tear off the perforated section of the emissions form and enclose with the renewal card.
Place the renewal card, insurance and emissions information if required, Address Change Form if needed, and check or money order for the amount indicated in an envelope.
- Make check payable to: Douglas County Clerk. Write Driver’s License number and phone number on the check.
- Mail before the last day of the registration renewal grace period (one month after the registration expiration month). PLEASE NOTE: It may take up to 5 weeks to receive your registration renewal/license plate sticker by mail, plan accordingly.

Mailing Address: 9350 Heritage Hills Circle, Lone Tree, CO 80124

BEGINNING IN JANUARY 2023:

Colorado residents will get a $29 Keep Colorado Wild Pass during their annual vehicle registration through the Division of Motor Vehicles, unless they opt out.

The Keep Colorado Wild Pass provides a 60% savings on an annual parks pass that provides entry to all Colorado state parks. Colorado Parks and Wildlife uses revenue from the passes to support local and state park systems, search and rescue teams, avalanche safety programs, wildlife conservation efforts, and outdoor accessibility and educational opportunities.

The $29 pass fee will be included in the vehicle registration pricing total for each vehicle a Colorado resident owns. To decline the pass, you will need to subtract $29 from the vehicle’s total registration fee and pay that amount. Each Douglas County vehicle registration renewal reminder will list the total fees due including the pass, or not including the pass, for you to choose from.

Click here for more information on the Keep Colorado Wild Pass from Colorado Parks & Wildlife.

Are your license plates expiring soon?

If you’re not sure, there are three easy ways to find out:

Check the stickers on your vehicle’s license plate
Locate the expiration date on your vehicle registration card
Watch for your courtesy renewal card in the mail

There is a grace period for registration renewals to be completed no later than the last day of the month following the date of expiration. A late fee of $25 will be assessed each month (not to exceed $100) for expired license plates after the one-month grace period has expired.

Auto Insurance Requirement

Automobile liability insurance is generally defined as coverage for bodily injury you cause to another person or for property damage you cause to another person’s property through negligent use of your vehicle. The minimum amount of liability insurance required by Colorado law is as follows:

$25,000 per person for bodily injury;
$50,000 per accident for bodily injury; and
$15,000 per accident for property damage

Additional coverage, such as medical payment coverage, uninsured motorist coverage, comprehensive and collision are available, but not required.