How to register as an organ donor in Massachusetts

According to the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS), there is a major imbalance between the supply and demand for organ donation. There are over 110,000 patients on their waiting list; yet, less than 40,000 transplant procedures were performed in 2018, with over 5000 patients dying while waiting for a transplant.

Organ transplantation is the best therapeutic cure for many patients with end-stage organ failure. Registering to be an organ donor today can save lives. To find out how to do so in Massachusetts, follow these directions.

• Online

  Please visit Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles and follow the instructions.

• In Person

  You can fill out an application and visit any of the following locations to register as an organ donor:

  • Any Boston RMV Service Center

  • Any AAA Branch that offers RMV Services (If you belong to AAA)