Missouri Driver's Licenses and
Vehicle Registration Information


How to apply for a valid Missouri Driver's License:

Written and vision tests must be taken before a Missouri Driver's License can be issued, if you have a valid out-of-state license to surrender.
Tests are taken at the Spirit Building, Hwy. 152, west of Gary Crossley Ford in Liberty, MO, Friday only 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. (closed for lunch noon to 1 p.m.). Tests are also given at 310 NW Englewood Road, Englewood and Broadway near Q-Trip Store and Donovan's in Gladstone, MO, Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Phone 889-3913.
After testing, the Driver's License is issued at the State License Bureau, 2029 West Kansas, I-35 and 152 Hwy., Liberty Commons - K-Mart Shopping Plaza next to Carlito's Restaurant, Liberty, MO. They are issued six days a week, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The vision tester is at lunch from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

How new residents obtain Missouri Titles and Licenses for their Motor Vehicles:
These items are needed before an owner can title and license a vehicle in the State of Missouri. It should be done as soon as residency is established.
1. The original title -- If a lienholder has your title, bring your out-of-state registration or copy of title. Need complete address of lienholder.
2. An inspection of your vehicle -- available at places that display a sign designation of an official vehicle inspection station.
3. A tax waiver must be obtained from the Collector's Office of the County you live in. In Clay County it is located in the Courthouse on the Square in Liberty. First visit the Assessor's Office and then the Collector's Office on the first floor of the Courthouse to obtain this waiver. Take your out-of-state title or registraiton.
4. Current mileage on your vehicle.
5. Date Missouri residency was established to determine month plates to be issued.
6. Someone whose name is on the title has to sign the papers.
Bring all of the above items to the Liberty License Bureau located at 2029 West Kansas, I-35 and 152 Hwy., Liberty Commons Shopping Center - K-Mart Shopping. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 a.. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 12 noon.
Personal checks are accepted at the Liberty License Bureau. The name on the check has to be the same as on the title, Missouri banks only and if paying sales tax, must be within 30 days of purchase.
If there are further questions, please call 781-6277.
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