Do you have a DMV Question?

Here is a breakdown of what you’ll likely need and what might be the key missing piece, especially regarding the utility bills:

1. Arizona Driver’s License Transfer
Since you have a valid out-of-state license, a passport, and your Social Security number (which you’ll need to provide), you should be able to transfer it without a written or road test, only a vision test.

What you have/need to bring for the license:

Passport: Excellent for proving Identity and Lawful Status.

Texas Driver’s License: Needed to surrender and to waive the tests (if valid and not expired over 2 years).

Social Security Number: You must provide this; a physical card may be needed if your name is different on other documents, but usually, just knowing the number is fine for verification.

Proof of Residency (Two documents required): This is where you might need one more item since the lease agreement counts as one.

Your Lease Agreement: This is a strong form of residency proof. (Counts as one proof).

Need a second proof: Since bills are included in your rent, you’ll need another document with your name and current Arizona residential address on it.

Possible alternatives for the second proof:

Current Scooter Insurance policy or card (if it has your Arizona address).

Car Registration (once completed, but you need residency first for the license).

Bank or Credit Card Statement (most recent, mailed to your Arizona address).

Government Document (e.g., from the IRS, Social Security Administration) postmarked to your address.

A postmarked piece of mail from a business, organization, or government agency with your name and current address (sometimes accepted if dated within the last 30-90 days, check with the MVD).

Action for Residency: Your best bet is to check which of your financial statements, insurance documents, or official government mail has been sent to your new Arizona address. You’ll generally need two separate documents for residency.

2. Scooter Registration (Out-of-State Vehicle)
Arizona requires you to register your vehicle as soon as you become a resident.

What you have/need to bring for registration:

Texas Registration and Title: Required for an out-of-state vehicle transfer. If the title is held by a lienholder, the registration is crucial.

Proof of Insurance: Your Scooter Insurance is required.

Completed Title and Registration Application: You will fill this out at the MVD office or in advance.

Potential Emissions Test: If your scooter is a motor-driven cycle and you live in the Phoenix or Tucson metro areas, it might be required if it’s 5 years old or older, but rules vary for scooters/motorcycles, so confirm the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) requirements.

Inspection (Level 1): Your scooter’s VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) might need to be verified (Level 1 Inspection) since it’s an out-of-state vehicle. This is often done at the MVD office.

In summary, the most important thing you likely need to gather is a second document to serve as your Proof of Arizona Residency. Try to get a recent bank statement or another official piece of mail sent to your new address.

It is always a good idea to check the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) website or call a local MVD office or authorized third-party provider just before you go for the most up-to-date and specific requirements for a scooter (as rules can differ slightly from cars).