If you are a Maryland resident working for the U.S. Government (Civilian or Military) and are stationed out of state, you face a catch-22: You want to keep your Maryland registration, but you don’t have a physical Maryland address to receive your renewal notices and stickers.
Form VR-102 (Address Certification – United States Government Employee) is the legal workaround. It allows you to register your vehicle in Maryland using your out-of-state mailing address, provided your Commanding Officer or Employer certifies your assignment.
Temporary-tag-maryland-address-certification-formWho Is Eligible?
You can only use this form if you meet all four criteria:
- [ ] You are a current employee of the U.S. Government (Military or Civilian).
- [ ] You are a legal resident of Maryland.
- [ ] You are officially assigned to a duty station outside of Maryland (or DC).
- [ ] You do not currently maintain a residence in Maryland due to this assignment.
How to Complete Form VR-102
This is a one-page affidavit. If any information is missing—especially the Employer Signature—the MVA will reject your entire registration packet.
Part 1: Vehicle Description
- VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): Copy this exactly from your dashboard or existing title. One wrong digit will cause a rejection.
- Maryland Title #: Leave this blank if you are titling the car in Maryland for the first time.
Part 2: Owner & Mailing Address
- Registered Owner: This is you.
- Mailing Address: This is the most critical field. Enter your current out-of-state address (e.g., your base housing in Texas or apartment in Virginia). This is where the MVA will mail your metal plates and stickers.
Part 3: Certification (The “Boss” Signature)
You cannot sign this form alone. It requires verification from your superior.
- Your Signature: Sign and date as the “Employee.”
- Employer Signature: This must be signed by your Commanding Officer (for military) or Federal Supervisor(for civilians). They must include their Title to prove they have the authority to verify your deployment.
The Submission Packet: What Else Do You Need?
Form VR-102 is never submitted alone. It is an attachment to your Title Application. You must mail a complete packet to the Out-of-State Title Unit.
Your packet must include:
- Form VR-102 (Completed & Signed).
- Form VR-005 (Application for Certificate of Title).
- Proof of Ownership: Original Title or Manufacturer’s Certificate of Origin.
- Proof of Insurance: Maryland insurance policy information (Company name & Policy #).
- Inspection Certificate:
- If vehicle is in MD: A valid Maryland Safety Inspection Certificate.
- If vehicle is NOT in MD: You may also need Form VR-129 (Temporary Inspection Waiver), which allows you to register now and inspect the car when you return to Maryland later.
- Fees: Check or Money Order for the title ($100) and registration fees (varies by weight).
Where to Mail Your Packet
Do not send this to a local branch. It must go to the specialized unit in Glen Burnie.
Motor Vehicle Administration Attn: Out-of-State Title Unit 6601 Ritchie Highway, N.E. Glen Burnie, MD 21062
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Because it requires an original “wet” signature from your supervisor/Commanding Officer, you must mail the physical document or visit a branch in person (if you are in town).
Generally, no. The form specifies “Employee of the United States Government.” Private contractors usually do not qualify for the residency exemptions that direct federal employees/military members do.
Using Form VR-102 does not automatically exempt you from the 6% Excise Tax. However, if you are active duty military, you may qualify for a tax credit by submitting specific military orders along with this form.
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