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Montana Vehicle Registration & DMV Fees (2026)

Everything you need to know about registering a vehicle in Montana: fees, sales tax, emissions testing, and EV surcharges. Updated 2026-07.

Registration Fee
$217 flat (permanent registration for vehicles 11+ years old)
Title Fee
$10.30
Sales Tax on Vehicles
None state-level (no state sales tax)
EV Surcharge
None currently

Emissions Testing in Montana

Not required

Montana has NO statewide emissions testing.

Important Notes

Newer vehicles pay $217 annually; vehicles 11+ years old can get permanent registration.

Authoritative source: Montana DMV / Motor Vehicle Division . Fees change annually — always verify with the DMV before budgeting.