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Q & A - How long do I have before needing a new Drivers License

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 DRE# ER40011786

Q & A - How long do I have before needing a new Drivers License

 

I will be moving to Colorado next week, and just renewed my drivers license in my home State, how long before I need to get a Colorado's license and license plates?

 

Moving to Colorado

The State of Colorado states residency would include:

  • Own or operate a business in Colorado
  • Gainfully employed in Colorado
  • have resided in Colorado 90 days

As a new resident, State of Colorado says you need to apply for a new drivers license within 30 days and 90 days to register your vehicle.

* Exemption - Active U.S. military families who claim another State as home are exempt from these rules.

 

For more information on applying for new license plates - visit the State of Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles.

For more information on applying for a new drivers license - visit the State of Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles.

 

Visit my web site to learn more about relocating to Colorado.

 

 

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Joan Cox
Broker/Owner, REALTOR®
House to Home, Inc.

Serving the Denver Metro area including all suburbs


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Comments(29)

Chris and Dick Dovorany
Homes for Sale in Naples, Bonita Springs and Estero, Florida - Naples, FL
Broker/Associate at Premiere Plus Realty

I'm pretty sure most states have the same regulatory number of days to obtain a license.  How else are they going to squeeze a few more bucks from us. LOL.  Have a great day Joan.

Oct 25, 2013 12:38 AM
John G. Johnston
John G. Johnston & Associates, LLC - Westcliffe, CO
An Exclusive Buyer's Agent ~ Westcliffe, CO

Joan  THANKS!  There you go again giving me more work.  Not only do I have to instruct my new out of state buyers when to transfer water, electricity, phone and propane...now I have to tell them about their driver's license!  Enjoy the day

Oct 25, 2013 12:56 AM
Toni Weidman
Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL
20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

Good newbie information, Joan. New residents have so many changes to make and some of the things are time sensitive.

Oct 25, 2013 01:00 AM
Morgan Evans
Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Manhattan, NY
LICENSED REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON

I agree that is some valuable information, most people probably assume like myself that all you have to do is show some sort of residency in the state and then you can get a driver's license in no time.

Oct 25, 2013 01:03 AM
Adrian Willanger
206 909-7536 AdrianWillanger-broker.com - Seattle, WA
Profit from my two decades of experience

Joan-I would guess this is much sought after information for people who relocated to Colorado, thanks for getting the word out. 

Oct 25, 2013 01:41 AM
Pat Champion
John Roberts Realty - Eustis, FL
Call the "CHAMPION" for all your real estate needs

This is great information for any home buyer anywhere this is one thing they need to check into when moving into a new area. Have a great weekend.

Oct 25, 2013 05:31 AM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Joan they make you register quick over there in Colorado.   Got to get those fees :) :) :)

Oct 25, 2013 09:06 AM
Amanda S. Davidson
Amanda Davidson Real Estate Group Brokered By Real - Alexandria, VA
Alexandria Virginia Homes For Sale
Joan, great post, you're so knowledgeable on Colorado and this is very helpful information for anyone moving to the area. Hope you have a great weekend!
Oct 25, 2013 09:20 AM
Michelle Gibson
Hansen Real Estate Group Inc. - Wellington, FL
REALTOR

Joan - This is excellent information to share. I know a lot of folks don't make this a priority. 

Oct 25, 2013 10:15 AM
David Shamansky
US Mortgages - David Shamansky - Highlands Ranch, CO
Creative, Aggressive & 560 FICO - OK, Colorado Mtg

Very True and God forbid you lose your precious Drivers License then expect mucho Pain and suffering to prove you are who you say you are! lol

 

Oct 25, 2013 10:23 AM
Kelly Young
The Platinum Group Realtors - Colorado Springs, CO
Colorado Springs Real Estate ~ 719-226-0126

Joan, great information for anyone moving here because it is often something that is ignored, forgotten about or "just an inconvenience" yet can result in a fine.  

Oct 25, 2013 10:30 AM
Kwee Huset
Kwee Huset Realty - Venice, FL
Venice Florida Homes For Sale

Hi Joan, your provided and excellent information for newcomers in Colorado.

Oct 25, 2013 12:09 PM
Evelyn Johnston
Friends & Neighbors Real Estate - Elkhart, IN
The People You Know, Like and Trust!

I have never seen this kind of information put out there.  What a great, helpful piece of information to give!

Oct 26, 2013 12:28 AM
Shannon Milligan, Richmond VA Real Estate Agent/Associate Broker
RVA Home Team - Richmond, VA
RVA Home Team - Winning with Integrity.

This is great information for those who are moving to the Denver Co area! This subject just came up the other day at a meeting. I know someone who is very...let's say, late....on getting this done here in Richmond VA!

Oct 26, 2013 12:32 AM
Rebecca Gaujot, Realtor®
Lewisburg, WV
Lewisburg WV, the go to agent for all real estate
Joan, you really provide excellent information for Colorado residents on your blog and website.
Oct 26, 2013 01:09 AM
Kathleen Daniels, Probate & Trust Specialist
KD Realty - 408.972.1822 - San Jose, CA
Probate Real Estate Services

Joan, This is good information for new residents to know.  I imagine the fine for not doing so might be a steep one. I know it is in California ... but then again, it's California (LOL)!

Oct 26, 2013 07:15 AM
Mary Yonkers
Alan Kells School of Real Estate/Howard Hanna Real Estate - Erie, PA
Erie/PA Real Estate Instructor
Joan, this is good information that all relocating buyers need to know. Many are overwhelmed and appreciate an agents gentle reminder.
Oct 26, 2013 01:56 PM
MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900
Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty - San Jose, CA
Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years

That's helpful info and it varies quite a bit state by state.

Oct 26, 2013 06:53 PM
Kerry L Klun, Broker/Owner
Palm Realty - Melbourne, FL
321-626-5868

Joan, wouldn't it be easier if timetables for things like this were the same in every state? :)

 

Oct 29, 2013 09:03 AM
Joan Cox
House to Home, Inc. - Denver Real Estate - 720-231-6373 - Denver, CO
Denver Real Estate - Selling One Home at a Time

I know many of my relocation buyers keep their drivers license for a while longer than required.

Jul 06, 2014 12:16 AM