Navy · Mayport, Florida

Naval Station Mayport
DMV & Vehicle Registration Guide 2026

Everything active duty members need to know about vehicle registration, driver's license transfer, and your SCRA rights when PCSing to Mayport, Florida.

SCRA Protection: The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) allows active duty members to keep their home-state vehicle registration while stationed in Florida. Consult the Naval Station Mayport JAG office for your specific situation.
🏛️ Florida DMV — Primary Contact
FL Dept. of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles
📞 (850) 617-2000
🌐 https://www.flhsmv.gov
📍 2900 Apalachee Pkwy, Tallahassee, FL 32399
Military Note: Active duty nonresidents may retain out-of-state registration for the vehicle's registration period.
📋 Documents Required
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    PCS orders (copy)
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    Current vehicle title (or lienholder info)
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    Proof of insurance (current policy)
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    Military ID (CAC card)
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    Current out-of-state registration
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    Driver's license (to exchange if establishing residency)
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    Payment for fees (check DMV website for amounts)
📞 Key Contacts
FL Dept. of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles
📞 (850) 617-2000
🌐 State DMV — Vehicle & License Services
Naval Station Mayport Legal Assistance Office (JAG)
📞 (904) 270-5011
🌐 Free SCRA guidance for active duty
Naval Station Mayport Provost Marshal / Installation Traffic
📞 (904) 270-5011
🌐 On-post vehicle registration & decals
🚗 Step-by-Step Registration Process
1

Decide: maintain home-state or transfer registration

SCRA lets you keep your home-state plates while stationed in Florida. However, if you want Florida residency (e.g., no state income tax), you may benefit from transferring.

2

Get your on-post vehicle decal first

Before anything else, visit the Naval Station Mayport Provost Marshal office to get your installation vehicle registration decal. You'll need this to enter the base.

3

Visit the DMV (or complete by mail)

Contact FL Dept. of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles at (850) 617-2000. Many states allow active duty to complete vehicle registration by mail using PCS orders. Check https://www.flhsmv.gov for the military exemption process.

4

Transfer your driver's license (if applicable)

If establishing Florida residency, exchange your license at the local DMV. Bring your military ID and PCS orders. Present these for any military fee exemptions.

5

Update your auto insurance

Notify your insurer of your new address. Moving to a different state often changes your premium. If using USAA or GEICO Military, this is a simple online update.

✅ PCS DMV Checklist
Decide: SCRA exemption or transfer to Florida
Get installation vehicle decal (Provost Marshal)
Gather PCS orders + vehicle title + insurance
Contact JAG for SCRA guidance
Schedule DMV appointment (or mail-in packet)
Update vehicle registration
Exchange driver's license (if residency transfer)
Update car insurance to new address
Notify lender of address change (if financed)
Update military/DEERS record with new address
Get emissions inspection (if required in Florida)
Update vehicle registration in finance records

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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to register my car in Florida if I'm active duty?
Under the SCRA, active duty members may keep their home-state registration while stationed in Florida. Active duty nonresidents may retain out-of-state registration for the vehicle's registration period.
How long do I have to register my vehicle after arriving at Naval Station Mayport?
If you choose to transfer registration to Florida, timelines vary. Contact the FL Dept. of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles at (850) 617-2000 for the current military grace period.
Can my spouse register a vehicle in Florida?
Military spouses may be covered under the Military Spouses Residency Relief Act (MSRRA). Consult the JAG office at Naval Station Mayport for your specific situation.

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