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1. What do I need to register my car?

The paperwork you need to bring to the City Clerk's Office varies by transaction. For more information please visit our Motor Vehicle Registration page.

2. What information is required to renew my motor vehicle online?

The PIN located in the upper right hand corner of your Motor Vehicle Renewal Notice and VIN. The VIN is printed on your Renewal Notice as well as on your registration.

3. My address or name has changed since I last renewed my registration. Can I renew online?

No. You cannot renew online if you have changed your name or address. You must complete your registration at the City Clerk’s Office.

4. I did not get a renewal notice in the mail. Can I still renew online?

No. Our office will not be able generate another renewal notice. Please contact our office for further instruction on how to complete your renewal by calling 603-448-3054.

5. What is the deadline for submitting an online renewal?

Registration renewals should be submitted no later than the 20th of the renewal month. This is to allow adequate time for us to process your renewal so that it reaches you by the end of the month.

6. How far in advance may I renew my registration online?

Immediately upon receipt of your Renewal Notice. Renewal notices are mailed during the last week of the month prior to the month they are due. For example, February renewals will be mailed at the end of January.

7. Which types of vehicles can be renewed online?

Only vehicles which have previously been registered in the City of Lebanon may be renewed online. In general, you may do online renewals for the following types of vehicles:
- Passenger Vehicles (sedans, pick-ups, SUVs, etc)
- Small Commercial Vehicles (GVW up to 26,000 lbs)
- Light Duty Trailers
- Motorcycles
- Small Motor Homes (GVW up to 26,000 pounds)

Examples of vehicles which cannot be renewed online:
- Boats
- Vehicles weighing 26,001 lbs or more

8. How do I pay for my renewal?

You can pay for your renewal using a checking account, savings account, Discover Card, Master Card, American Express or Visa. If paying by checking or savings, please have your bank’s routing number and your account number ready. If paying by card, please have your card ready.

9. Are there any fees associated with an online registration renewal?

Fees are not charged or collected by the City of Lebanon. However, the third party online bill processor does charge the following convenience fees. You will be shown your renewal fees including any convenience fees before being asked to complete the transaction.

Payment by bank account (checking or savings) is free. Payment by credit card is: Approximately 2.95% is charged for each payment transaction.

10. Can I cancel my online renewal?

No. Once a renewal has been processed online, it cannot be canceled.

11. How soon will I receive my registration in the mail?

Once processed online, the registration will be mailed within 3 business day.

12. How do I know my renewal transaction went through ok?

You will be shown the renewal fee before you are asked to complete the transaction. The fee amount and a confirmation number are issued and shown on the confirmation page that you receive after submitting your order. When the City receives your payment, you registration will be processed and mailed.

13. I am a new resident in possession of my vehicle title. What can I expect when I register my vehicle?

Because you are in possession of your title, the State of New Hampshire allows us to title and register your vehicle. In most instances, we will be able to process the entire transaction in our office. However, some instances may still require a visit to a state Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) office to finish the transaction.

You will need to surrender your title which will be attached to a title application prepared by our office and mailed to the State of New Hampshire Title Bureau. The Title Bureau will process a New Hampshire title and mail it to you within 3 to 4 weeks. However, if you still make payments, your title will be mailed to your lien holder.

With the exception of leased vehicles, registrations will be processed through the first owner’s birth month. First time registrations cannot be issued for less than five months or more than sixteen months. The first time is prorated. Renewals are done at twelve month intervals and are not prorated. If you are a college student and don’t wish to change your residency to New Hampshire, please visit our page for students for further information prior to your visit. New residents have 60 days upon establishing residency to obtain a New Hampshire drivers license and register their vehicles, view the DMV website for more details.