OPlates Renewal
- Renew, replace, exchange or register Ohio license plates online
The service is free to all Ohio state residents (residents are not required to be a Buckeyes fan contrary to popular belief) and OPlates Renewal service is operated by the Ohio Department of Public Safety. Anyone moving to the state of Ohio has 30 days to register their auto and are NOT allowed to operate a vehicle in the state of Ohio with a license from another state after the 30 days are up or they will face a minor misdemeanor under R.C. 4503.111.
Please note…
- First time registering an auto? Please have the original Certificate of Title or Memorandum Certificate of Title
- If the vehicle is leased, registrants must present the lease agreement and power of attorney when registering
- Most autos will be subject to EPA Testing
- To find out more in regards to EPA testing in the state of Ohio please dial 1-800-CAR-TEST
- Tax issues associated with an auto in the state of Ohio can be directed to 1-800-589-8247 or 1-614-752-7800
- Ohio residents who renew via US mail should allow up to 4 weeks for the application to process
- Residents who have moved and need to inform the Ohio Department of Public Safety in regards to an address change should mail in Address Change Form, BMV 5756 OR can make a change in human flesh by visiting any Deputy Registrar Office
- Anyone requesting a Duplicate Certificate of Title will be charged $15
- Anyone requesting a Duplicate/Replacement Sticker will be charged $4.50
OPlates renewal services accept most major credit cards and payment methods to include: Cash, Personal Checks, Money Orders, Certified Cashier Checks, Traveler’s Checks, County Agency Vouchers, Intra-State Agency Vouchers (PayPal and Apple Pay are not allowed at this time). The most reliable and prefered way to make a payment to the Ohio Department of Public Safety is via cash money. The state of Ohio will charge extra for personalized plates.
