Driver’s License:

New residents of North Carolina have 30 days after establishing ­permanent residency to obtain a driver’s license. Applicants must take a written exam and pass an eye exam.

When you are issued a North Caroline license, you must surrender the driver’s license from your previous state of residence to the examiner.

Vehicle Inspections:

New residents must have their vehicles inspected within 10 days of getting their ­driver’s license. Inspections are required ­annually.

Moore and seven other counties joined the state’s emissions system testing program to help improve air quality. The cost of an inspection is $30 for vehicles made after 1996. 

Vehicle Registration:

Out-of-state vehicles must be registered, in general, in 30 days or when gainful employment is accepted, whichever occurs first.

The North Carolina License Plate Agency, Moore County Divison, can help with ­registration at the following location. It is best to go to the license bureau first.

To register a motor vehicle, bring title and valid registration card from the prior state of ­residence. If your title is held by a lien-holder, you must provide the lien-holder’s name and address. Also bring the title fee and ­registration fee, proof of address and proof of insurance.

Registration must be renewed annually.