STATE OF CALIFORNIA 30-DAY TEMPORARY TAG WITH 30-DAY TEMPORARY REGISTRATION

Residents of California are eligible for a California temporary plate with temporary registration. Residents of other states are not eligible.

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California Temporary Plate & Registration Service

Our California Temporary Plate service provides a 30-day registration card, issued by a licensed dealership in California. To qualify, applicants must be California residents and complete the form at usdealerplate.com, along with submitting one of the following documents:

Required Documentation (Choose One):

•  A valid California driver’s license
•  U.S. or non-U.S. passport
•  State ID 

Non-residents of California are not eligible for this tag but may qualify for other temporary plates available on our Plates Page.  

Note: All identification must be current and valid.

Eligibility:

Only California residents are eligible for a California temporary tag.

Insurance or Proof of Ownership:

When applying, you must upload proof of either insurance or ownership:

If you have insurance: Upload proof of your active policy. If you do not have insurance: Provide one of the following as proof of ownership:

If you have insurance: Upload proof of your active policy if you do not have insurance: Provide one of the following as proof of ownership:

• Vehicle title (does not need to be in your name)
• Lease agreement (with your financing company or bank)
• Bill of sale (between buyer and seller)
• Auction invoice
• Dealer invoice

Important: If you provide proof of insurance, proof of ownership is not required. Proof of ownership is only needed if no insurance is submitted.

Order Processing:

After submitting the form and placing your order, you will receive an authorization form via email. This form must be signed electronically by the holder of the driver’s license. Once submitted, your order will be processed within 1–2 hours during business hours (9:00 AM – 8:00 PM, 7 days a week).

Upon receiving your temporary plate via email, print and laminate it for display. Keep the registration card in your vehicle at all times while driving.

Who Is This Service For?

This service is ideal for:

• California residents awaiting permanent registration
• International residents needing temporary vehicle identification
• Transportation companies requiring short-term tags

Temporary Operating Permits for U.S. Vehicles:

Our Temporary Operating Permits offer a legal solution for driving across the U.S. while awaiting permanent registration. These permits are valid for 30 days in all 50 states, ensuring your vehicle remains road-legal during the transition period.

Valid for the Following Vehicle Types:

Passenger Vehicles:

• Cars
• SUVs
• Vans (passenger and cargo)
• Motorcycles
• Mopeds
• Limousines
• RVs (motorhomes)
  

Trucks & Heavy-Duty Vehicles:

• Pickup trucks
• Box trucks
• Tow trucks
• Flatbed trucks
• Dump trucks
• Cement mixers
• Tractor units (for semi-trailers)

Commercial & Utility Vehicles:

• Buses (school, public transport, charter)
• Commercial vehicles (cargo vans, fleet trucks)
• Hearses
• Farm equipment (e.g., combine harvesters, agricultural tractors)

Off-Road & Specialty Vehicles:

•  ATVs
• UTVs
• Snowmobiles
• Golf carts

Trailers & Towed Equipment:

• Utility trailers
• Boat trailers
• Horse trailers
•  Semi-trailers

Drive with confidence, knowing your vehicle is covered by an authorized temporary solution while you finalize your registration.