Florida or New Jersey Title Customers who have a Florida or New Jersey title and want to register the vehicle in Rhode Island, must make a reservation at the Cranston DMV to complete this registration transaction.
Registering with the “No Labels RI” Party The Rhode Island Board of Elections has recognized a new political party. If you would like to select the “No Labels RI” party, you must go to the following website: https://elections.ri.gov/voter-resources to register with this party choice or contact your local Board of Canvassers in your city or town hall.
Real ID Beginning May 7, 2025, a REAL ID-compliant credential will be required for domestic air travel and entry into certain federal facilities. Make a reservation today to get your REAL ID license or identification card. For REAL ID information, click here.
State Plates State Plates Ocean The official Rhode Island State Plate. Available in Passenger, Commercial, Combination, Trailer, Motorcycle, Public, Camper, Suburban, Jitney, Radio Operator, Farm, Taxi, and Racer Tow. Wave The current WAVE plates will be replaced during their next renewal cycle beginning January 2023. WAVE plates are no longer being issued. Sailboat Available in Passenger and Commercial RIGL 31-3-60 Electric/Hybrid Available in Passenger, Commercial, Combination and Suburban RIGL 31-3-101 Firefighter Available to Firefighters in Passenger, Commercial, and Combination Maximum GVWR - 10,000 lbs RIGL 31-3-17.4 old firefighter design