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Motor Vehicle FAQs

I have just moved to New Castle from another state. What do I need to bring with me to register my cars?

You should bring the following with you to the Town Clerk's office:

  • It is highly recommended that you obtain your NH driver's license before you change your vehicle registrations (see below under "What do I need to obtain a NH Driver's license?")
  • Proof of New Castle residency such as a Lease Agreement, a Utility Bill; or if you're not paying rent or utilities, a letter from the owner of the property where you reside
  • Current out of state vehicle registration
  • ORIGINAL TITLE if you hold the title to your vehicle. If you do not hold the title to your vehicle, we will need the full name and address of the lien holder and/or leasing company
  • Mileage at time of purchase
  • The date you purchased the vehicle
  • Always bring a valid driver's license with you

I have just moved to New Castle from another town in New Hampshire. Do I need to change my address on my registration and drivers license?

You will need to provide proof of New Castle residency (see above) to have your address changed on your license and registration. You will need to complete a Record Change Request Form. Click here to access the Record Change Request Form.

If I move out of state prior to the expiration of my registration, do I receive a refund for the unused portion?

No, neither the State of New Hampshire nor the Town of New Castle provide a refund if you move.

I just bought a new car, what do I need to bring with me to register it?

  • Please note that a title is a legal document and is required to be completed accurately and in its entirety by the SELLER in order for us to process your transaction
  • If you purchased your car from a New Hampshire dealership, you will need the blue title application marked “Town Clerk’s Copy”
  • A copy of the Purchase and Sales agreement or Bill of Sale
  • Always bring a valid driver's license with you
  • If you purchased your vehicle out of state, you will need to bring the original title or certificate of origin
  • If you purchased your vehicle through a private sale, you will need to bring the original title which has been correctly assigned to you by the SELLER
  • If you have purchased a vehicle that is more than 15 years old, you will need a bill of sale, and one of these 3 items:
    • An original title correctly assigned to you by the SELLER ;
    • A previous NH registration for that vehicle; or
    • A verification of the vehicle identification number may be required

How do I transfer my license plates from my old car to my new car?

You will need to provide us with the current, unexpired, registration for the old vehicle, and the paperwork from the dealer or seller on the new vehicle. License plates are solely owned by the first person listed on the registration and can only be transferred to, and any credit applied to, a registration that again reflects the same individual as the first person on the registration. If there is a leasing company involved, you can transfer your plates as long as the lessee is the same as the owner of the plates.

What do I need to register or renew a current registration for a vehicle? 

You will need to provide us with the current registration or the renewal notice. Pursuant to the State of New Hampshire Privacy Act Law, Records and Certifications RSA 260:14, if you are unable to provide your vehicle information to us, we cannot “fill in the blanks” and provide it to you.

What do I need to obtain a New Hampshire driver's license?

Driver's licenses are obtained through any office of the State’s Department of Motor Vehicles. The Concord DMV Office can be reached at 603-271-2251; phone numbers for local DMV offices are not available to the public. The nearest Motor Vehicle Substation is in Dover Point, at 50 Boston Harbor Rd. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday - Friday You will need to produce the following documents to secure your drivers license:

  • An original or certified copy of your birth certificate or passport – these documents must be in your current name; if not, then the legal document indicating your name change must be presented; and
  • A current valid out-of-state drivers license; and
  • Proof of residency.

Can I get any plate type at the Town offices?

The Town Clerk's office CAN issue regular NH license plates, Moose plates, vanity/initial plates , motorcycle plates, trailer plates, vanity antique plates, vanity motorcycle plates, vanity trailer plates, and vanity Moose plates and the new State Park plates (some of these plates carry additional fees).

We CANNOT issue regular antique plates, veteran plates, commercial plates, Pearl Harbor plates, Purple Heart plates, moped/scooter/dirt bike plates, Handicap plates, or apportioned plates. These plates can be obtained through the State of New Hampshire DMV Offices. Please call the State DMV at 603-271-2251 for questions regarding these types of plates.

What type of payment does the Town Clerk's office accept?

The Town of New Castle accepts cash (must be close to exact amount), certified bank checks, cashiers’ checks, personal checks (starter checks not accepted), or a money order. We are not able to accept debit or credit cards for payment.

When is the Town Clerk’s office open?

The Town Clerk office is open for business Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to Noon.