Moving to NC

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Moving to North Carolina

If you're lucky enough to be moving to the great state of North Carolina, here are a few resources that can help.

Basics

Get a Driver's License

Getting a driver's license is required before you can register your vehicle.

Register Your Car

Vehicle registration is required within 30 days of moving here or soon after obtaining a job within the state.

Enroll your Child in School

Enrollment is handled at the local level. Read answers to the most commonly asked questions about school enrollment.

Register to Vote

See voter qualifications, access the voter registration form, and find your polling place.

Schools

Pre-K-12 School Information

Secondary Education Information

Other

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Organ Donation Registry

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Hiring a Moving Company: Don't get Scammed

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Bringing Your Pet into the State

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Order a State Map

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Can't decide where to live?

Visit NC is a wonderful resource for discovering the best the state has to offer, including information unique to cities and towns across all regions.

Explore North Carolina Cities and Regions

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