Doing Business with Connecticut Department of Transportation
View a list of resources with doing business with the Connecticut Department of Transportation.
Driving and Transportation
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All registered vehicle owners are required by Connecticut law to maintain liability insurance on their vehicle. Find information on both permanent and temporary insurance cards.
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International Registration Plan (IRP)
Connecticut is a member of the International Registration Plan (IRP). Motor vehicles registered in Connecticut that travel through other IRP districts, such as US states and Canadian provinces. Find IRP information here.
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IT Capital Investment Program - Project Status Reports
Each agency receiving funds through the Information Technology Capital Investment Program must report semi-annually to the Information Technology Strategy and Investment Committee and OPM, IT Policy Director. The reports on this page are separated by those projects already completed (closed out) and projects still underway (Active).
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Jet Skis (Personal Watercraft)
Personal Watercrafts, also referred to as jet skis, are considered vessels in Connecticut and are required to be registered in the same manner as a boat.
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List of highway safety laws in Connecticut maintained by the Governors Highway Safety Association. Learn about child passenger restraints, distracted driving, drug impaired, drunk driving, graduated driver licensing, helmet use, seat belts, and other laws specific to drivers of Connecticut roadways.
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Access the different types of military and veteran style plates available for Connecticut military personnel.
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Long Island Sound Ferry: Bridgeport to Port Jefferson
Visiting the north side of Long Island? Consider an alternative to driving round trip by crossing the Long Island Sound from Bridgeport, CT to Port Jefferson, NY by ferry. This ferry runs year-round. Reservations are recommended. Learn more about daily schedules, rates, mobile apps and packages.
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Long Island Sound Ferry: New London to Block Island
Visiting Block Island, RI? Consider taking the ferry from New London, CT. Reservations are recommended. Learn more about schedules, fares, and parking as well as Block Island accommodations and attractions.
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Long Island Sound Ferry: New London to Orient Point
Visiting the east end of Long Island? Consider an alternative to driving round trip by crossing the Long Island Sound from New London, CT to Orient Point, NY by ferry. This ferry runs year-round. Reservations are recommended. Learn more about daily schedules, fares, and promotions.
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Maintaining Insurance on a Registered Vehicle
The state of Connecticut requires continuous insurance coverage on any registered vehicle. Included are directions on how to proceed if you have a lapse of insurance on a registered vehicle.
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View an updated list of the major construction projects occurring throughout the state.
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Motor Carrier Review for State Contract Awards Overview
The Department of Motor Vehicles has an established evaluation process for the safety rating of motor carriers applying for a state contract.
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Drivers can obtain credentials and conduct transactions related to fuel taxes, international registration and oversize and overweight permits.
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The Connecticut Rider Education Program (CONREP) provides information on motorcycle training courses. Find training course descriptions, a training location near you and necessary forms for class.
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Determine if your vehicle meets the requirements of a motorcycle and find out the steps for registration.
Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles
Change of Address
If you are moving to Connecticut, complete the process to change your address.