​Vehicle and boat licensing tab renewal schedule paused in mid-February for system upgrade

PORT ORCHARD, WA - Washington vehicle and boat owners needing to update their license plate tabs in February are encouraged to do so online this week, or in person by Feb. 13.

Washington's Department of Licensing will be performing an upgrade to its entire vehicle and boat licensing system, which will make the system unavailable online Feb.  10 – 17, and in person beginning Friday, Feb. 14. 

The entire system is scheduled to be functioning fully on Feb. 18.

Local licensing agencies may remain open Feb. 14-17 even if they are unable to offer services. The licensing desk in the Kitsap County Auditor's Office will be open on Friday, Feb. 14. The office will be closed on the weekend, including the Presidents' Day holiday on Feb. 17.