Some states might require you to update your vehicle's title with your state's transportation authority. After getting a new driver's license, you'll need to visit a titling office to update your car's title, which proves ownership of the vehicle, notes The Balance.

When you're ready to transfer the title, verify the paperwork needed to do so. Some states, such as Ohio, may also require that your car passes an emissions test prior to titling and registering your vehicle, according to the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency. While requirements vary by state, Georgia's Department of Revenue states the following documents are needed to transfer a car's title:

Driver's license: It needs to be issued in your new state, so be sure to update your license first.
Current vehicle title: Or, if your car is not paid off, information for the lienholder may suffice.
Vehicle registration certificate: Bring a copy of your vehicle's registration from your old state. You will likely need this for the next step as well (updating your vehicle's registration).