Vehicle Registration and Titling Guidelines for Pennsylvania Businesses and Non-Profits
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has specific guidelines regarding the proper identification for any Business or Non-Profit Corporations to title and register vehicles in a Company Name. The Fact Sheet link below outlines those requirements however if you have any questions we encourage you to call our office in advance so that you are properly prepared before coming in. New or replacement titles will be mailed directly back to the Business or Non-Profit Corporation unless there is a finance /lease in which case goes back to the lender/ lessor.
In most cases we can issue the Registration instantly however depending on the individual circumstances we may need to send the physical application and identification documents via Messenger to PennDOT. The title could take anywhere from 6-8 weeks to arrive back in mail however If possible we will issue a 90 day temporary registration to keep the vehicle on the road.
PA Fleet Registration and Titling Services
Pennsylvania’s Fleet Registration system provides customers the convenience of establishing fleet accounts if the Business or Non Profit operates 15 or more vehicles (with certain exceptions). Advantages of Fleet accounts include a single annual registration invoice. Other programs are available for Companies or Organizations that operate 100 or more vehicles.
If we are able to process your Fleet Registration online we will however in some cases it may require that we messenger the physical application and identification documents to PennDOT. If that is the case the Fleet Registrations will be returned to our office within 6-8 weeks. We will track it through the process so that we can notify you as soon as they arrive.
PennDOT FAQs – Fleet Registration
Fleet Registration Services
If you own a business with 15 – 99 non- apportioned vehicles whose primary travel is within PA you should consider Fleet Registration Services. Instead of receiving individual vehicle registration renewal applications coming in at different dates, one invoice is produced listing all the vehicles expiring in a preselected given month. Once established the customer will receive a renewal application from Fleet Registration Services 90 days prior to the selected renewal date listing all vehicles within the fleet due to be renewed. This allows the owner/company to make changes in advance of the actual renewal invoice.
Although there is no additional cost to take advantage of Fleet Registration Services the application process can be complex. Whether you are a public, private, municipal or government fleet applicant, there are 11 separate feet types each designed for your specific business class. We will work to be sure you enroll in the program that best suits your company’s business category.
People also ask:
Q. Can I get a copy of my PA fleet registration online?
Currently, there is no online fleet self-service portal available. You can however access dmv.pa.gov and search fleet registration to download and print MV-671 to complete and mail with appropriate fees. You can also utilize an authorized Agent like 309 Auto Tags to help complete and process your application. Although Agents cannot provide immediate issue of the duplicate registration, they can help facilitate the process. If using an agency there will be added service fees in addition to State fees.
Q. How can fleet registration services help save costs for my company?
Here are several ways Pennsylvania fleet registration services can help your company save costs:
- Time Efficiency
- Consolidated registration: Fleet registration services handle all your vehicles’ registrations in one place, saving your time and administrative efforts.
- Automated renewals: They can automatically renew registrations, reducing the risk of late fees or penalties.
Q. Can I get discounts or incentives for bulk fleet registration services in Pennsylvania?
At this time, PennDOT does not discount or charge extra for fleet registration services. If working with an Authorized Agency like us, 309 Auto Tags, our service fees are generally discounted for multiple unit volumes.
Q. Are there specific regulations or compliance issues to be aware of with fleet registrations?
You can download and print a copy of the Bureau of Motor Vehicles Fleet Registration Instruction Manual PUB-479 for a complete outline of the Commercial Registration rules and regulations pertaining to applying a new or maintaining an existing fleet account.
Q. How does fleet registration renewal work and how often is it required?
The purpose is to simplify the renewal process of fleets with more than 15 units. During the application process, the employer can choose the expiration month of the fleet and is issued a unique Carrier number. Vehicles within the fleet are identified by unique equipment numbers of the employers choosing. Ninety days prior to the chosen renewal date the employer is mailed a fleet renewal application that can be completed to make changes prior to renewal payment. The employer can make a single payment for all fleet vehicles rather than keeping track of individual renewal of multiple vehicles.
Q. How do I extend my temporary registration in PA?
Only authorized dealers and Agents like 309 Auto Tags can request extension of temporary registrations for newly registered vehicles. Each situation is unique and extended to applicants who experience issues with PennDOT processing to no fault of their own. Extensions are not issued for temporary In-transit registrations or to accommodate applicants who are not responsive to reporting or requests for information needed to process a pending application.
