Arizona Vehicle Registration & DMV Fees (2026)
Everything you need to know about registering a vehicle in Arizona: fees, sales tax, emissions testing, and EV surcharges. Updated 2026-07.
Registration Fee
$8 + Vehicle License Tax (~2.8% year 1, declining)
Title Fee
$4
Sales Tax on Vehicles
5.6% state + local (5.6%-11.2% total)
EV Surcharge
None currently
Emissions Testing in Arizona
Required
Annual emissions in Phoenix (Maricopa) and Tucson (Pima) metros for gas vehicles 5+ model years old.
Important Notes
Vehicle License Tax (VLT) is 60% of MSRP × 2.8% year 1, declining 16.25% per year.
Authoritative source: Arizona DMV / Motor Vehicle Division . Fees change annually — always verify with the DMV before budgeting.