Battle Ground Auto Licensing Since 1974
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Since 1974

Tabs, titles, and
registration — handled by your neighbors in Battle Ground.

Fifty-two years on Main Street. Walk in any day, no appointments — most visits take less than ten minutes.

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Visit 301 W Main St
Battle Ground, WA
Hours Mon–Fri 9:30–5:30
Sat 9–4
Walk in No appointment
Six days a week
Battle Ground
AUTO
LICENSING
Since 1974
52+ Years
6 Days a week
8 Services
0 Appointments
Two ways to renew

Walk in, or renew online.

Same fees. Same service. The only difference is whether you stop by the counter or pick up tabs we've already printed for you.

Walk in

5–10 minutes at the counter.

  • No appointment ever needed — we're a walk-in office
  • Best for titles, transfers, and anything complex
What to expect
  1. 01
    Park on Main Street Free parking right out front. There's also a lot around back.
  2. 02
    Step inside Open Mon–Fri 9:30 to 5:30 · Sat 9 to 4. Six days a week.
  3. 03
    Tell us what you need Tab renewal, title transfer, vessel — whatever it is, we handle it right there.
  4. 04
    Walk out with new tabs Most renewals: 5 to 10 minutes. Titles and transfers: 15 to 25 minutes.
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Recommended for renewals

Renew online

Same fees. Skip the line.

  • Same fees as walking in — no extra charge for using us
  • Pickup ready in ~30 minutes, or we mail same-day
How to do it
  1. 01
    Click "Renew at dol.wa.gov" below Opens License Express in a new tab.
  2. 02
    Sign in or sign up Sign in to your License Express account, or create one — it takes about a minute.
  3. 03
    Pick your vehicle, then "Renew or replace tabs" Click your vehicle. Then on the vehicle registration box, click "Renew or replace tabs."
  4. 04
    Confirm info, choose mail or pickup Click Next through the confirmation pages. Pick mail or pickup at an office.
  5. 05
    The key step Select Battle Ground Auto Licensing On the next page, choose us from the list — this is what sends your work to our office.
Renew at dol.wa.gov
What we do

Everything except driver's licenses.

Tap the service you're coming in for — we'll show you what to bring, how long it usually takes, and any heads-ups for that visit.

For a tab renewal

Typical visit: 5 to 10 minutes
  1. Renewal notice OR plate numberBring the reminder card the state mailed if you have it. If not, just know your license plate number — that's all we need to look up your vehicle.
  2. Photo IDDriver's license, state ID, or passport.
  3. PaymentCash, check, debit, or credit. No processing fee on any payment method.

Heads up: if your tabs already expired, that's still fine — just know your plate number, bring photo ID, and a way to pay. A late fee may apply depending on how long it's been.

Want to skip the counter entirely? You can renew online at the same fees and pick up your tabs at our counter in ~30 minutes.

For a title transfer

Typical visit: 15 to 25 minutes
  1. Signed titleSigned by the seller, with odometer reading filled in. No fields crossed out.
  2. Bill of saleEven handwritten works — must include price, VIN, both names, and signatures.
  3. Photo IDDriver's license, state ID, or passport.
  4. PaymentUse tax (Washington sales tax) is calculated on the sale price.

15-day window: You have 15 days from the purchase date to transfer a Washington title into your name. After that, a late penalty starts at $50 and adds $2 per day — up to a maximum of $125. Walk in any day to avoid it.

Missing the title? Don't worry — we can help you request a duplicate. Bring your photo ID and we'll get the paperwork started.

For a new vehicle registration

Typical visit: 20 to 30 minutes
  1. Vehicle title or MSOOriginal title (if used) or Manufacturer's Statement of Origin (if new from a dealer).
  2. Bill of sale or purchase contractShows the sale price for use-tax calculation.
  3. Photo IDDriver's license, state ID, or passport.
  4. Out-of-state title (if applicable)Plus a Washington VIN inspection if the vehicle came from another state.
  5. PaymentIncludes use tax, registration fee, title fee, and any applicable RTA surcharge.

Moving to Washington? You have 30 days to register your vehicle after establishing residency. Skip the driver licensing office appointment line — walk in any day.

For boat or vessel services

Typical visit: 15 to 20 minutes

New registration or title transfer

  1. Vessel titleRequired — we can't process a transfer or new registration without it. Signed by the seller for transfers.
  2. Hull Identification Number (HIN)Usually stamped on the transom (back) of the boat.
  3. Photo IDDriver's license, state ID, or passport.
  4. PaymentRegistration fees, watercraft excise tax, and aquatic invasive species fee.

Annual decal renewal

  1. Photo IDDriver's license, state ID, or passport.
  2. Hull ID numberNeeded to look up your vessel.
  3. PaymentCash, check, debit, or credit.

All vessel decals expire June 30 every year — the state doesn't mail renewal notices for boats, so plan ahead.

Our busiest vessel week is 4th of July. Come in mid-June if you can, to make sure your boat is on the water in time.

Going into federal waters? Most Washington waters are federally regulated — boats need to be licensed regardless of size or engine. Canoes and kayaks don't require registration. Check local guidelines if you're unsure.

For a disabled parking placard

Typical visit: 10 to 15 minutes
  1. Doctor-signed applicationForm TD-420-073, completed and signed by a licensed health care provider.
  2. Photo IDDriver's license, state ID, or passport.
  3. No payment neededDisabled parking placards are free — both temporary and permanent.

It's free. Disabled parking placards have no charge — both temporary and permanent.

Need the form? You'll need the Disabled Parking Application for Individuals (Form TD-420-073). Download it from dol.wa.gov, then have your healthcare provider complete and sign their section. Bring the signed form in — no appointment needed.

Also: Trip Permits · Report of Sale · multiple transactions handled in one visit. Walk in and we'll get you sorted.

* Every situation is a little different. Depending on your specific circumstances, additional documentation may be required. When in doubt, give us a call before you come in and we'll let you know exactly what to bring.

Watch first, walk in ready

Meet your neighborhood office.

A quick look at who we are, what we do, and what to expect when you stop by. More how-to videos are on the way.

Welcome to Battle Ground Auto Licensing
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Welcome to Battle Ground Auto Licensing

Family-run on Main Street since 1974. Here's who we are, everything we handle, and why your neighbors have trusted us for over fifty years.

Coming soon: step-by-step how-to videos for tab renewals, title transfers, vessel registration, disabled placards, and renewing online.

A friendly heads-up

We handle vehicles — not driver's licenses.

A common mix-up. We handle vehicle and vessel paperwork, but driver's licenses are a different office. Here's the quick guide.

That's us

Come see us for

  • Tab and registration renewal
  • Vehicle title transfers
  • New vehicle registration
  • Boat & vessel registration
  • Trip permits, report of sale
  • Disabled parking placards
Driver licensing office

For these, the driver licensing office

  • Driver's license issue or renewal
  • Written or road tests
  • Enhanced ID (EDL)
  • State ID cards
  • CDL services
  • Driver record requests

Nearest driver licensing offices

Driver Licensing Office — East

1301 NE 136th Ave
Vancouver, WA 98684

Directions
Driver Licensing Office — North

9609 NE 117th Ave, Bldg 27 Ste 2730
Vancouver, WA 98662

Directions
Our story

Battle Ground's licensing office for over fifty years.

Battle Ground Auto Licensing has been the licensing office for Battle Ground and the surrounding Clark County towns since 1974. Same family. Same answer when you call — a real person picks up.

When this place opened, gas was 55 cents a gallon and a tab renewal cost $4.50. The forms have changed. The work hasn't: the customer walks in, we say hello, we get the paperwork done, and you're back to your day.

We can't do everything (driver's licenses are handled at a different office, not ours), but for the things we do, we're faster, friendlier, and right in town.

  • Six days a week Open Mon–Fri and Saturday mornings.
  • In and out fast Most renewals take just a few minutes.
  • No appointments Walk in any time during open hours.
  • Family-run Locally owned since 1974.
Get in touch

Have a question? Send us a message.

Not sure what to bring or have a question before you come in? Send us a note and we'll get back to you. Prefer to talk? Just give us a call at (360) 687‑5115.

We typically reply within one business day. Your information is only used to respond to your inquiry.

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Questions we hear a lot

Common questions.

Quick answers to the things people ask before walking in.

No — driver's licenses, ID cards, and road tests are handled at Washington State driver licensing offices. The two nearest driver licensing offices are listed above.

We handle vehicle and vessel paperwork: tabs, titles, registration, trip permits, and disabled placards.

No appointments needed. Walk in any time during business hours — Monday through Friday 9:30 to 5:30, Saturday 9 to 4.

Driver licensing offices require appointments for almost everything. We don't.

Yes — and we strongly recommend it. You can renew at dol.wa.gov in under a minute. The fees are exactly the same as walking in — there's no extra charge for renewing online with us.

When you check out, you'll be asked which office to send your work to. Choose Battle Ground Auto Licensing and we'll either have your tabs ready for pickup at our counter in about 30 minutes, or mail them out — and here's what sets us apart: we're the office that mails your tabs the same day we print them. Most offices make you wait days. With us, your tabs are in the mail that afternoon, so you get them fast.

Most tab renewals take 5 to 10 minutes once you reach the counter. Bringing your renewal notice (or just your plate number) and photo ID speeds things up.

Yes — we accept cash, check, debit, and credit cards, with no processing fee on any payment method.

Yes — we handle vessel registration, title transfers, and annual decal renewal for all Washington-registered boats. For new registrations bring your title and hull ID number. For annual renewals bring your photo ID and hull ID number — the state doesn't mail renewal notices for boats, so plan ahead. All vessel decals expire June 30.

Our busiest vessel week is 4th of July. Come in mid-June if you can, to skip the rush.

You can request a duplicate title at our office. Bring your photo ID and we'll help you fill out the form. There's a state fee for the replacement title.

If you're trying to sell a vehicle without a title in hand, come in and ask us — we can usually help you figure out the right next step.

You have 30 days from establishing Washington residency to register your vehicle. Bring your out-of-state title, current registration, photo ID, and you may need a VIN inspection.

Walk in any day — no need to wait for a driver licensing office appointment.

Not trouble — but probably a late fee. The fee depends on how long it's been expired. Just come in and we'll get you renewed today.

If you've been pulled over and given a fix-it ticket, bring that too and we can help you get the paperwork sorted out.

Find us

Right on Main Street.

Easy to find downtown Battle Ground, with parking out front and around back.

301 W Main St #101
Battle Ground, WA 98604
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