Have you already paid the New York State sales tax to your leasing company or dealer?
Yes, I have.
To show your proof of sales tax payment, you will need to provide your lease agreement that shows you paid the sales tax and complete the Claim for Sales Tax Exemption at NY State Department of Tax and Finance DTF-803.
What would I need to do if I didn't pay the sales tax?
In that case, you would need to provide DMV with your lease agreement and complete Statement of Transaction at NY State Department of Tax and Finance DTF-802. Then, you would need to pay the sales tax at a DMV office for any lease payments, if your leasing company didn't collect the sales tax.
What do I need to register my vehicle in New York?
You'll need a letter from the leasing company giving you permission to register the vehicle in NY, a power of attorney from the leasing company that authorizes you to register the vehicle, and the signature of the leasing company officer in box 3 on the Vehicle Registration/Title Application or on the Registration Authorization.
I don't think I paid sales tax for all of the lease payments. What do I do?
The process will be the same as if you hadn't paid any sales tax at all. You'll have to provide DMV with your lease agreement and fill out a Statement of Transaction at NY State Department of Tax and Finance. The sales tax for any existing lease payments you have will be paid to DMV.
Can this be done online?
No, you will need to do this in person at a DMV office.
I leased the vehicle in New Jersey and think I paid some sales tax there. Do I have to pay it again in NY?