of course If you apply by mail, send photocopies of your proof of identity.
What happens if I don't transfer the registration right away?
If you do not transfer the registration immediately, turn in the assigned license plates and taxi card to the IRB. Registration of your vehicle will be suspended if there is an expiration of liability insurance and the plates provided were not delivered. The registrant's driver's license may also be suspended. See Section 9.0 of the New York State IRP Handbook pdf IRP-8 for complete instructions on registration transfers.