Georgia Vehicle Registration Fees Calculator (2024)

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How much are car registration fees in Georgia? ›

Tax, title and license fees charged when purchasing a vehicle in Georgia are: Tax: 7% of the vehicle's Fair Market Value. Title: $18. License Registration: $20.

Georgia's TITLE AD VALOREM TAX

Under the law, the fee for all vehicles titled will be 7 percent of the worth of the vehicle. It eventually could climb as high as 9 percent of the vehicle's worth. The old ad valorem tax system will continue to exist for vehicles titled in 2012 or earlier.

The TAVT is calculated by multiplying the fair market value by the rate in effect on the date of purchase. A reduction is made for the trade-in when the sale was made by a dealer, but not when the sale was made by a private individual. How is the trade-in value determined? As defined in O.C.G.A.

If you are in the military, active duty, and stationed in Georgia, you may request exemption from Annual Ad Valorem Tax using a Military Annual Ad Valorem Tax Exemption (PT-471) form and certification from your Commanding Officer.

How much are the penalties for late payment? There is a $5 penalty on the registration fee and a 10% penalty of the ad valorem tax, if applicable. Find more information on Motor Vehicle fees, fines and penalties. What are my options for renewing my registration?

Renew your tag online.

Credit cards accepted online are American Express, Discover, MasterCard and Visa. Note: The Georgia Department of Revenue charges a credit card convenience fee of 2.35% ($1 minimum fee) to use this service.

Expired tag (59 days or less) – $125. Expired tag (60 days or more) – $135. Improper display of tag – $135. Improper registration (failure to obtain Georgia tag) – $135.

Title Ad Valorem Tax (TAVT)

It replaced sales tax and ad valorem taxes (annual motor vehicle tax) and is paid every time vehicle ownership is transferred or a new resident registers the vehicle in Georgia for the first time. Effective July 1, 2023, the new TAVT rate is 7% of the fair market value of the vehicle.

Unfortunately, there is no statutorily given grace period for driving with expired tags in GA. In some instances, a police officer may give you a warning especially if the expiration date is close in time; however they are not required and can ticket you in accordance with GA law. § 40-2-8.

You can deduct only the Ad Valorem Tax portion of the annual auto registration on your Federal Schedule A. The new Title Ad Valorem Tax (TAVT) does not appear to be deductible for Federal or Georgia purposes. In order to be deductible as a personal property tax, it must be imposed on an annual basis.

What is the current TAVT rate in Georgia? ›

Change to Georgia Title Ad Valorem Tax (TAVT) Rate: Now 7%!

Effective from July 1, 2023, the TAVT rate will revert to 7% of the motor vehicle's fair market value. This updated rate applies exclusively to motor vehicles purchased or leased on or after July 1, 2023, and subsequently titled in Georgia.

Buyers must pay this Title Fee on all vehicle sales, including private sales, and the Title Fee applies to all vehicles registered in Georgia, regardless of where you purchased the vehicle. The Title Fee is paid to the county where the buyer registers the motor vehicle.

FAQs • What are the fees for registering a vehicle in Georgi. What are the fees for registering a vehicle in Georgia? The title fee is $18.00, the license plate fee is $20.00, and valorem taxes are based on the balue of the vehicle.

Georgia has two types of motor vehicle property taxes: TAVT – Applies to most vehicles purchased March 1, 2013 or later, with a few exceptions. Annual Ad Valorem Tax – Applies to most vehicles purchased prior to March 1, 2013 and non-titled vehicles.

If you qualify for one of the other homestead exemptions listed and are age 65 or older as of January 1, you also qualify for an exemption from the State portion of ad valorem taxes in an amount equal to 100% of the value of your home and up to 10 acres of land.

Title Ad Valorem Tax (TAVT)

It replaced sales tax and ad valorem taxes (annual motor vehicle tax) and is paid every time vehicle ownership is transferred or a new resident registers the vehicle in Georgia for the first time. Effective July 1, 2023, the new TAVT rate is 7% of the fair market value of the vehicle.

Expired tag (59 days or less) – $125. Expired tag (60 days or more) – $135. Improper display of tag – $135. Improper registration (failure to obtain Georgia tag) – $135.

How much will the ETR Service cost? About $25.00 per transaction. This price includes Title & Registration Processing, an ETR Statutory Fee (Charged by GA Department of Revenue), a TOP Processing Charge, and a Scanning & Quality Assurance Fee.