Maine Vehicle Registration & DMV Fees (2026)
Everything you need to know about registering a vehicle in Maine: fees, sales tax, emissions testing, and EV surcharges. Updated 2026-07.
Registration Fee
$35 annual + excise tax (2.4% year 1, declining)
Title Fee
$33
Sales Tax on Vehicles
5.5% state (no local)
EV Surcharge
None currently
Emissions Testing in Maine
Not required
Maine has NO statewide emissions testing. Cumberland County had testing until 2019.
Important Notes
Excise tax (paid to town) declines each year — highest in year 1.
Authoritative source: Maine DMV / Motor Vehicle Division . Fees change annually — always verify with the DMV before budgeting.