So, you just moved to Moreno Valley, now what? Here is some information on what you'll need to do when you move to the city where dreams soar!
*Please note, this guide is not authorized by the City of Moreno Valley, it is solely provided for your convenience. There also might be more steps when you move here than listed on this site.
Step One
Update your address with the United States Postal Service and the California DMV, if it is an in-state move.
Step Two
Register Your Vehicle: Within 20 days of becoming a resident. Bring proof of ownership, a smog certificate (if required), and proof of financial responsibility (insurance). You're insurance will need to meet California's minimum liability limits which are $30,000/$60,000/$15,000. Your insurance provider will help you get a policy that meets these limits. You'll know your policy is compliant with California law if your insurance card says "This policy complies with Sections 16056 or 16500.5 of the California Vehicle Code."
Driver's License: Apply for a California driver's license within 10 days. You'll need to pass a vision test, possibly a written test (It may be waived when you surrender your out-of-state license), and provide proof of identity and residency.
Step Three
Register to Vote
You'll need to register to vote at your new address. You can do this online through the registration tool below!
California's voting system may work differently than they system your previous state uses. For example, every registered voter in the State of California receives a vote-by-mail ballot. You can still vote in-person if you wish.
Step Four
Setup Utilities
In Moreno Valley, the companies that operate utilities are:
Electricity: Southern California Edison & Moreno Valley Utility (Your company depends on your address)
Gas: SoCalGas
Water: Eastern Municipal Water District
Trash: WM (formerly Waste Management)
Make sure you pay your bill on time to avoid late penalties and shutoffs!
Step Five
Register Pets
If you have pets, they might need to be registered with the Moreno Valley Animal Shelter. Some pets don't require registration.
You'll get a discount if your pet has been spayed/neutered!
Contact the Moreno Valley Animal Shelter for more details.
Step Six
Familiarize Yourself with City Services
Visit the Moreno Valley Civic Center, which contains the Moreno Valley Public Safety Office, City Hall, the Conference and Recreation Center, & more!
Voter Registation
Thanks for registering to vote using our website! We've partnered with Rock the Vote to make registering to vote simple! If you need any help, please feel free to contact me! All you need to do is click the button that applies to your situation!
Register to Vote
Have you registered to vote in the State of California? If not, then you are in the right place! Please only register if you are above 16. If you are 16 or 17, you'll pre-register to vote instead of registering. This means that you'll be a registered voter as soon as you turn 18! Please note, you'll need to complete the remaining fields when you are transferred to the Secretary of State's website.
Voter Status
Forgot if you are registered to vote or not? No worries, you're in the right place! We can help you check you're voter registration status!
Pledge to vote
If you're not quite 16 yet, but you're above 13, here's the place to be! This is where you can pledge to vote, and you'll get a reminder to register when you're old enough!
