* A completed Application for Registration (REG 343).
* A Driver's License or Identification Card.
* A copy of your proof of ownership, such as a title, lease, or lien.
* Current Weight Certificate (Gross vehicle weight must be 10,001 lbs or more).
* Proof of Insurance
* A VIN verification (if the VIN is not on your title or if it has been altered).
* A smog certificate (if applicable)
Step 2: Pay the applicable fees.
* Registration fees vary depending on the weight of your truck.
* You must also pay a $10 Commercial Vehicle Registration fee.
Step 3: Submit your application and pay the fees.
* You can submit your application in person at the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or by mail.
* If you are submitting your application by mail, you must include a cashier's check or money order for the total amount of the fees.
Step 4: Wait for your registration to be processed.
* The DMV will process your application and send you your registration card within 4-6 weeks.
Step 5: Display your registration card.
* You must display your registration card in your truck at all times.
Additional Information
* If you are planning to use your truck for commercial purposes, you must also obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
* You can find more information about commercial vehicle registration in California on the DMV website.
