Kentucky Vehicle Registration & DMV Fees (2026)
Everything you need to know about registering a vehicle in Kentucky: fees, sales tax, emissions testing, and EV surcharges. Updated 2026-07.
Registration Fee
$21 annual
Title Fee
$9
Sales Tax on Vehicles
6% Motor Vehicle Usage Tax (paid at purchase)
EV Surcharge
$120 annual for EVs, $60 for hybrids
Emissions Testing in Kentucky
Not required
Kentucky does not require statewide emissions testing.
Important Notes
Annual property tax on vehicles is levied by counties based on NADA book value.
Authoritative source: Kentucky DMV / Motor Vehicle Division . Fees change annually — always verify with the DMV before budgeting.