Maryland Vehicle Registration & DMV Fees (2026)
Everything you need to know about registering a vehicle in Maryland: fees, sales tax, emissions testing, and EV surcharges. Updated 2026-07.
Registration Fee
$135-$187 biennial (2-year, based on weight)
Title Fee
$100
Sales Tax on Vehicles
6% state (flat)
EV Surcharge
None currently for BEVs
Emissions Testing in Maryland
Required
Biennial Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program (VEIP) required statewide for gas vehicles model year 1977+.
Important Notes
Registration is biennial. VEIP testing is at licensed private stations.
Authoritative source: Maryland DMV / Motor Vehicle Division . Fees change annually — always verify with the DMV before budgeting.