Update your California vehicle registration address at San Diego Auto Registration — no DMV wait, no online hassle. California law requires you to notify DMV within 10 days of moving. We file the change directly into the DMV system and print you an updated registration card on the spot. 7176 El Cajon Blvd. Call (619) 466-6647.
Why You Need to Update Your Address
Under California Vehicle Code §4159, vehicle owners must notify DMV of an address change within 10 days. Missing the deadline can result in:
- Missed renewal notices — if a notice goes to your old address and you don’t renew on time, late penalties still apply.
- Missed toll and citation notices — unpaid citations can lead to registration holds.
- Insurance complications — address mismatches can affect claim eligibility.
- Legal notices — DMV sends official correspondence (suspension notices, hearings) to the address on file.
What You Need to Change Your Address
- Valid California ID or driver’s license — we can update both the vehicle registration and your driver’s license mailing address in the same visit.
- Current registration card — or your license plate number / VIN.
- New address — residence address, mailing address (if different), and business/trust address if applicable.
How Much Does It Cost?
A California DMV change of address is free of state fees. Our service fee for processing and printing a new registration card is disclosed upfront.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does changing my address affect my registration renewal fees?
Not typically, but moving between counties can slightly change local transit fees on your next renewal (San Diego County has slightly different district fees than Riverside or Orange).
Can I update address for multiple vehicles at once?
Yes. Bring registration cards (or plate numbers) for every vehicle and we’ll update them all in one visit.
Do I need to change my driver’s license address separately?
A driver’s license address change is a separate transaction but we can submit both at the same visit. California also requires driver’s license address updates within 10 days.
Update Your Address Today
Walk in at 7176 El Cajon Blvd • (619) 466-6647