New Mexico State Identification Card (ID)

• If Applicant has a previous New Mexico ID, they only need to bring him or herself.

• Original Social Security Card or printout from SSA
• Birth Certificate or Passport
• Two proofs of Residency if under 18 only one proof of residency is required

• If Applicant has a previous New Mexico drivers License, they only need to bring him or herself.

• A parent or guardian with their identification will be required to sign for the driver.

• Birth Certificate or Passport
• Original Social Security Card or printout from SSA
• Written and Road Test Scores
• Certificate of Completion for None for the Road (ages 18-25)
• Two proofs of residency

• Must be at least 15 years old
• Birth Certificate or Passport
• Original Social Security Card or printout from SSA
• Proof of enrolment at a driving school
• Proof of a passing score on written exam
• A parent or guardian with their identification will be required to sign for the driver.

• Birth Certificate or Passport
• Original Social Security Card or printout from SSA
• One proof of residency
• Permit held for a minimum of 6 months
• Proof of a passing road test exam
• Certificate of Completion from driving school
• Proof of completion for None for the Road program
• Driving log (50 hours. with at least 10 night hours.)
• A parent or guardian with their identification will be required to sign for the driver.

• Hold Provisional License for 1 year or turn 18. (whichever comes first)
• Not have been convicted of a traffic violation 90 days preceding application
• Not have been found guilty or have an offense pending involving the use of alcohol or drugs during the provisional period
• A parent or guardian with their identification will be required to sign for the driver

• To operate a Motorcycle in the State of New Mexico the driver must have a valid Driver’s License with a motorcycle endorsement of Y or Z.
• A person of the age of 13 is able to get a motorcycle license after completing the Motorcycle Safety Course given by the Motorcycle Safety Program. However, applicant can only get a license with a Y or Z endorsement.
• A person of the age of 15 and older who completes the Motorcycle Safety Course Program can be given a Motorcycle License with a W, Y or Z endorsement. This endorsement may be added to a Permit, Provisional Drivers License or full Drivers License.
• A person of the age of 18 and older is not required to take the Motorcycle Safety Course Program and is not required to wear a helmet when operating a motorcycle. When adding an endorsement, an applicant is required to take a road test on a motorcycle of the size for the endorsement sought.

Written Test $25

• Any written test requires proof of social or a photo ID to determine identity.

CDL Written Test $30

• Any written test requires proof of social or a photo ID to determine identity

Road Test $25

• Proof of social or a photo ID to determine identity
• Proof of scores for written test (Test date has to be within a year from day of road test)
• Proof of current Insurance and Registration
• Vehicle has to be in good condition with all taillights, headlights, brake lights, turn signals, seatbelts, an operable horn, and no cracks on windshield for safety purposes.

Drivers History $12.50

• Bring in a New Mexico ID or Drivers License.
• Only the applicant can only receive their Driving Record. No one can come in for them.

Reinstatements

• To pay any Reinstatement or Revocation fees, applicant must bring any clearance papers that may be needed to clear the citations. 
• If no clearance papers are required to reinstate, the customer may pay reinstatement over the phone.

Handicap Placard $12.50

• Application will need to be filled out by a physician. Sections A, C and D of the Certificate of Eligibility for Parking Placard will need to be filled out in full.
• Forms needed MVD-10383

• Application can be filled out by the customer. Sections A and E of the Certificate of Eligibility for Parking Placard will need to be filled out in full.
• Forms needed MVD-10383

• New Mexico ID or Drivers License
  • If applicant does not have a current New Mexico ID or DL they will have to present all the documents required for a first time license (see First Time License section)
• Contract from the interlock provider
• Current insurance on the vehicle
• Affidavit of interlock (form MVD–10456)

Commercial Drivers License (CDL)

• Birth Certificate
• Social Security Card
• Two proofs of residency 90 days current
• Medical Certificate
• Forms needed MVD-11144

• Study CDL Training Book
• Know what CDL Test you are applying for
• MVD Now can do all CDL written tests $30 per test

Endorsements

• H - (CDL) Any vehicle used to transport hazardous materials. Re-testing is required upon renewal/replacement. This endorsement cannot be processed at MVD now offices
• N - (CDL) A tank vehicle intended for hauling liquids in bulk, in a tank with a capacity of 1,000 gallons or more
• P - (CDL) Any vehicle designed to transport 16 or more passengers, including the driver
• S - (CDL) A school bus
• T - (CDL) Combination vehicles with double or triple trailers
• W - Any two- or three-wheeled motorcycle with an engine of 100 or more cubic centimeters piston  displacement
• X - (CDL) Any tank vehicle used to transport placarded amounts of hazardous materials; a combination of endorsements “N” and “H”. This endorsement cannot be processed at MVD now offices.
• Y - Any two- or three-wheeled motorcycle with an engine of at least 50 but less than 100 cubic centimeters piston displacement.
• Z - Any two- or three-wheeled motorcycle with an engine of less than 50 cubic centimeters piston displacement

Titles

• NM Driver License or ID
• If Out-Of-State Identification, 2 proofs of residency within 90 days
• Title and Bill of Sale if Title is not signed or title does not include amount of purchase
• Emission Certificate (Bernalillo County Resident) (Please see Emissions Section)
• Proof of NM Insurance
• If maintaining out of state insurance proof of coverage limits will need to be provided
• If vehicle was purchased from a dealer the transaction will require a dealer invoice, odometer disclosure and any documentation dealer provided.

• Out of State Title (If title is with a Lien Holder (Please seeLien Holder Request Section)
• NM Driver License or ID
• If Out-Of-State Identification, 2 proofs of residency within 90 days
• Bill of Sale must be provided if Title does not include amount of purchase
• Emission Certificate (Bernalillo County Resident) (Please see Emissions Section)
• Proof of NM Insurance
• If maintaining out of state insurance proof of coverage limits will need to be provided
• VIN Inspection (Please see VIN inspection section)
• The vehicle does have to be present for the inspection
• If vehicle was purchased from a dealer the transaction will require a dealer invoice, odometer disclosure and any documentation dealer provided.

• Information for Lien holder: Name, Address, and Fax Number
• Once we receive the title from lien holder we will contact you
• The same procedures as an Out-of-State transfer will be followed (please see *Out-of-State Transfer*)

• Application for Duplicate title
• Applicant’s name must be on the previous title.
• Applicant needs to bring license plate number or VIN number
• NM Drivers license or ID
• A duplicate title cannot be obtained if there is a current lien on the title, without a release of lien from the lien holder.
• Forms needed MVD-10901

Registrations

• Customer can bring in an old vehicle registration, plate number or VIN number.
  • They state might require proof of current insurance.

• NM Driver License or ID
• If Out-Of-State Identification, 2 proofs of residency within 90 days
• New Mexico title in applicant’s name.
• Proof of NM Insurance
• If maintaining out of state insurance proof of coverage limits will need to be provided

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Inspections $30

• VIN Inspections are required for all out of state title transfers and Government titles
• To complete a VIN inspection the Public VIN (under the window) and Nader Sticker (driver side door jamb) must be visible.
• MVD Now offers on location VIN inspections.

Emissions

• Bernalillo Residents only
• For vehicles 1975 and newer
• Motorcycles, ATV’s, boats and scooters do not require an emissions test.
• Vehicles over 10,000lbs do not require an emissions test.
• Diesel vehicles do not require an emissions test but they might need a diesel certification from AirCare Head Quarters for any vehicles coming from out of state and being registered in Bernalillo County.
• Hybrid vehicles do not require an emissions test but they might need a hybrid certification from AirCare Head Quarters for any vehicles coming from out of state and being registered in Bernalillo County.
• Vehicle Pollution Management Program (AirCare Headquarters)

Weight Distance (Commercial Vehicles)

• The field office will issue the vehicle Title. Complete the “Application for Vehicle Title and Registration” at the field office.  The vehicle title and the WD plate are to be issued by the field office.
• WDT account number – if carrier does not have WDT account they must log onto https://efile.state.nm.usand apply for an e-permit.
• If the Declared Gross Vehicle Weight (DGVW) is 55,000 lbs and over, a receipted IRS Form 2290 (Heavy Vehicle Tax Return) must accompany applications. A copy of the 2290 will be faxed to CVB
• The only proof of payment acceptable for IRS form 2290 is Schedule 1 receipted by the IRS (by stamp or electronic watermark).
• Forms needed MVD-10002 and IRS-2290