RIDER GUIDE · NEVADA OHV REGISTRATION
How to register your OHV in Nevada
Costs, documents, VIN inspections, titles and decal placement for dirt bikes, quads, UTVs and snowmobiles. Start by telling us how you got your machine.
Already registered? Renew online
Renew your decal or order a $5 replacement through the DMV OHV portal — no paperwork, no office visit.
How did you get your OHV?
Large ATV that seats four or has a truck bed? Add form OHV-031 and proof of insurance.
Bought it from a Nevada dealer OHV-001B
STEPS
- Ask the dealer to submit your registration and title for you — most do it at purchase (they may charge up to $2 per application).
- The dealer completes the Report of Sale, so no separate VIN inspection is needed.
- Pay $20 for one year or $60 for three, plus the title fee.
- Your decal and your title arrive by mail, separately.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
- Form OHV-001B (the dealer has it)
- Dealer’s Report of Sale
- Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin (the dealer handles it)
- Your Nevada driver’s license or ID number
- Registration fee, plus $28.25 for the title
MAIL TO
Nevada DMV — Attn: OHV Unit
555 Wright Way
Carson City, NV 89711-0250
(775) 684-4381
Bought it from another rider (private party) OHV-001C
STEPS
- Fill out form OHV-001C — one form per machine.
- Take the OHV and the form to a Nevada licensed OHV dealer or a law enforcement officer for a VIN inspection.
- Mail the form, ownership papers and payment to the DMV OHV Unit — or let the inspecting dealer send it.
- Your decal arrives by mail. Stick it on the left side or rear.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
- Form OHV-001C, filled out
- VIN inspection signed by a Nevada OHV dealer or law enforcement officer
- Bill of sale (OHV-006) signed by you and the seller
- The seller’s signed-over title, if it was titled
- Your Nevada driver’s license or ID number
- $20 (1 year) or $60 (3 years), plus $28.25 to title it
MAIL TO
Nevada DMV — Attn: OHV Unit
555 Wright Way
Carson City, NV 89711-0250
(775) 684-4381
Bought it from a dealer in another state OHV-001D
STEPS
- Fill out form OHV-001D.
- Get a VIN inspection from a Nevada licensed OHV dealer or a law enforcement officer.
- Mail the form, ownership papers and payment to the DMV OHV Unit.
- Your decal and title arrive by mail, separately.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
- Form OHV-001D, filled out
- VIN inspection by a Nevada OHV dealer or law enforcement officer
- Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin or the out-of-state title
- Bill of sale showing the full sales price
- Your Nevada driver’s license or ID number
- Registration fee, plus the title fee
MAIL TO
Nevada DMV — Attn: OHV Unit
555 Wright Way
Carson City, NV 89711-0250
(775) 684-4381
You’ve owned it since before July 1, 2012 OHV-001A
STEPS
- Fill out form OHV-001A.
- Get a VIN inspection from a Nevada licensed OHV dealer or a law enforcement officer.
- Mail the form and payment to the DMV OHV Unit.
- Your decal arrives by mail. Stick it on the left side or rear.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
- Form OHV-001A, filled out
- VIN inspection by a Nevada OHV dealer or law enforcement officer
- Any ownership papers you have (title, bill of sale)
- Your Nevada driver’s license or ID number
- $20 (1 year) or $60 (3 years)
MAIL TO
Nevada DMV — Attn: OHV Unit
555 Wright Way
Carson City, NV 89711-0250
(775) 684-4381
You built it, or it has no VIN OHV-001E
STEPS
- Take the OHV to a Nevada DMV inspection station for a VIN assignment — the one OHV step done in person.
- The inspector completes form OHV-005; the VIN assignment is $2.
- Mail form OHV-001E, OHV-005 and payment to the DMV OHV Unit.
- Your decal arrives by mail. Stick it on the left side or rear.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
- Form OHV-001E, filled out
- VIN assignment form OHV-005 from the DMV inspector ($2)
- Proof of ownership for the frame and major parts — call the OHV Unit to confirm
- Your Nevada driver’s license or ID number
- $20 (1 year) or $60 (3 years), plus $2
MAIL TO
Nevada DMV — Attn: OHV Unit
555 Wright Way
Carson City, NV 89711-0250
(775) 684-4381
The quick answers
COST
$20 / year
or $60 for 3 years
DMV VISIT?
Not needed
Mail it or use a dealer
VIN INSPECTION
Dealer or police
The DMV doesn’t do them
DECAL GOES
Left side or rear
Visible from left or behind
5 steps to register your OHV
- Pick the right formYour form depends on how you got the OHV. One form per vehicle.
- Get a VIN inspectionBring the OHV and your form to a Nevada licensed OHV dealer or a law enforcement officer.
- Gather documents & payBill of sale or signed title, your license or ID number, and $20 for one year (or $60 for three).
- Mail it — or let the dealer submitSend everything to the DMV OHV Unit in Carson City, or have the inspecting dealer send it (up to $2).
- Stick on your decalYour decal arrives by mail. Put it on the left side or rear, clearly visible. Renew online each year.
Which form do I need?
| How you got it | Form | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bought from a Nevada dealer | OHV-001B | The dealer usually handles it — ask at purchase. |
| Bought from a private party | OHV-001C | Needs a VIN inspection and proof of ownership. |
| Bought from an out-of-state dealer | OHV-001D | Needs a VIN inspection by a Nevada dealer or officer. |
| Owned before July 1, 2012 | OHV-001A | Needs a VIN inspection. |
| Homemade or no VIN | OHV-001E | Take it to a DMV inspection station for a VIN assignment (OHV-005, $2). |
| Large ATV (seats 4+ or has a truck bed) | + OHV-031 | Add the insurance declaration; allows some county roads. |
How to get a title for your OHV
A title is your legal proof of ownership — separate from the registration decal. Nevada’s OHV title program started July 1, 2012, and OHVs bought on or after that date need a Nevada certificate of title. It’s also what you’ll hand over when you sell, and what a lender needs if you finance.
- Gather ownership papersNew: the Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin. Used: the previous title, signed over to you. Plus a bill of sale.
- Get the VIN inspectedThe same inspection as registration — a Nevada licensed OHV dealer or law enforcement officer.
- Send the title feeMail it to the DMV OHV Unit with your paperwork, or have the dealer submit it. Don’t send cash.
- Watch the mailYour Nevada certificate of title is processed separately from your decal and arrives on its own.
Title documents
- Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin (new) or the signed-over previous title (used)
- Bill of sale (OHV-006)
- VIN inspection from a Nevada OHV dealer or law enforcement officer
- Lienholder name and address, if you financed — or write “NONE”
- Title fee by check, money order or card (ADM-205)
Title fees
| Title — OHV in Nevada ($20 + $1 tech fee + $8.25 processing) | $28.25 |
| Title — OHV not in or registered in Nevada ($35 + $1 + $8.25) | $43.25 |
| Duplicate title (OHV-007) | $20.00 |
Missing paperwork?
File a notarized Statement of Facts (OHV-003) explaining how you got the OHV, with any documents you have. The DMV reviews each case individually.
Lost your title?
Apply for a duplicate with OHV-007 ($20), or use the Lost Title Affidavit (OHV-024).
Paid off a loan?
Send the lien release (OHV-018) so the lender comes off your title.
Titled jointly?
Owners listed with “and” must all sign; owners listed with “or” need only one signature.
Where to put your decal
Nevada requires the decal to be placed on the left side or rear of the OHV so it is clearly visible from the left side or from behind. Stick it on a clean, flat, fixed panel — not a part you’ll swap out or that gets scraped on rocks.
Rear rack or rear fender, left side
Left rear quarter panel or rear of the cage
Left side panel or rear fender
Left side of the tunnel, near the rear
The details
What does registration cost?
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Registration — 1 year | $20.00 |
| Registration — 3 years | $60.00 |
| Late fee (expired decal) | $10.00 |
| Title — Nevada resident | $28.25 |
| Title — non-resident | $43.25 |
| VIN assignment (if your OHV has none) | $2.00 |
| Dealer submission fee (paid to dealer) | Up to $2.00 |
| Duplicate decal | $5.00 |
| Duplicate title | $20.00 |
Do I have to go to the DMV?
No — you don’t go to a DMV office. OHV transactions can’t be done at DMV field offices. Mail your paperwork to the DMV’s OHV Unit, or have a Nevada licensed OHV dealer submit it for you. After your first registration, renewals and duplicate decals are online.
MAIL TO
Nevada DMV — Attn: OHV Unit
555 Wright Way
Carson City, NV 89711-0250
(775) 684-4381
How do I get a VIN inspection?
The DMV does not do OHV VIN inspections. Take your OHV — with the application filled out — to a Nevada licensed OHV dealer or any law enforcement officer, who will inspect the VIN and sign the form. Call the dealer first to make sure they’re doing inspections that day.
No VIN at all (homemade or very old)? Take it to a Nevada DMV inspection station for a VIN assignment. You’ll get form OHV-005 and pay an extra $2.
Who needs to register?
Most off-highway vehicles over 70cc and built in 1976 or later need a Nevada OHV registration decal — dirt bikes, quads, UTVs, dune buggies, sand cars, rock buggies and snowmobiles. You must apply within 30 days of buying it. If your machine already has a license plate for street use, you don’t need an OHV decal.
How do I renew?
Renew online through the DMV’s OHV portal, or mail form OHV-012 with $20. If your decal has already expired, add the $10 late fee. Lost your decal? Order a $5 duplicate online.
Nevada OHV registration FAQ
Do I have to go to the DMV to register my OHV?
No. OHV registrations can’t be done at DMV field offices. You mail your application to the DMV OHV Unit or have a licensed Nevada OHV dealer submit it.
How much does it cost to register an OHV in Nevada?
$20 for one year or $60 for three years. A title, if needed, is $28.25 for Nevada residents.
Do I need a title for my OHV?
OHVs bought on or after July 1, 2012 need a Nevada certificate of title. It costs $28.25 for an OHV kept in Nevada and is mailed separately from your decal.
Who can do a VIN inspection on my OHV?
A Nevada licensed OHV dealer or any law enforcement officer. The DMV does not perform OHV VIN inspections.
Where do I put my OHV decal?
On the left side or rear of the vehicle, clearly visible from the left side or from behind.
I’m visiting from another state. Do I need a Nevada decal?
Not if your OHV is registered in another state and you’re in Nevada for 15 days or less.
Can I ride my registered OHV on the street?
The decal is for off-road use only. Large ATVs with insurance may use some county roads, and each city decides which streets are OHV-legal.
How do I renew?
Online through the DMV’s OHV portal, or by mail with form OHV-012. Late renewals add a $10 fee.
Where does the money go?
Back to riders: the Nevada OHV Commission funds trails, restrooms, signage, education and this video series.
Where your $20 goes
Every registration dollar goes back to riders through Nevada OHV Commission grants — trail building and maintenance, restrooms and shade at places like Logandale, signage, safety patrols, education, and the Explore Nevada videos on this site. The FY27 grant cycle includes 13 projects around the state.
- Trails & staging — trail plans, staging areas and signage
- Safety & patrols — county sheriff OHV patrols and rider education
- Education — safety signage, classes and the Explore Nevada series
- Stewardship — cleanups and youth conservation crews
Fees and forms current as of November 2026. Always confirm with the Nevada DMV OHV page and ohv.nv.gov before you mail anything.