Florida Vehicle Registration & DMV Fees (2026)
Everything you need to know about registering a vehicle in Florida: fees, sales tax, emissions testing, and EV surcharges. Updated 2026-07.
Registration Fee
$28-$46 initial + $14.50-$32.50 annual (based on weight)
Title Fee
$77.25 (used) / $85.25 (new)
Sales Tax on Vehicles
6% state + up to 2.5% local (6%-8.5% total)
EV Surcharge
None currently (proposed legislation pending)
Emissions Testing in Florida
Not required
Florida has NO statewide emissions testing requirement.
Important Notes
Florida charges initial registration fee (roughly 2x-3x annual) plus higher title fees for out-of-state transfers.
Authoritative source: Florida DMV / Motor Vehicle Division . Fees change annually — always verify with the DMV before budgeting.