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If you operate an OHV on public lands, roads, or trails, it must be registered as an off-highway motor vehicle.

  • To register an OHV, visit any New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) Field Office where you will complete a registration application and pay the required registration fee.
  • OHV registration is valid for two years and expires on the last day of the month when the OHV was registered.
New Mexico Residents Non-Residents
Requirement Registration is mandatory for residents unless OHV is
used strictly for agricultural purposes or on private land.
Permit (either 2-year or 90-day) is required for non-residents.
Non-residents who have proof of a valid OHV registration, user
fee or similar fee may not need to purchase a New Mexico permit.
Check the website for a listing of those states that do not have a
registration program or user fee.
Renewals Registration must be renewed every two years from
the date of initial registration.
A two-year permit must be renewed every two years from the
date of initial registration.
Contact New Mexico Motor Vehicle Division (MVD)
505-827-4636 or 888-683-4636
New Mexico Department of Game and Fish
505-476-8000
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