MVA Fee Listing

This is a list of Maryland's motor vehicle fees. For more specific information please contact us at 1-410-768-7000.

The MVA accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, Mobile Wallet Pay, cash or a check made payable to the Motor Vehicle Administration. Checks must have an imprinted name and address and include your driver's license number and home or work phone number.

The MVA now has a payment schedule available for eligible renewal and title transactions. See more information at the bottom of this page.

Driver Licensing Fees

Commercial CDL
CDL Renewal	$48.00
CDL Conversion (Out of State to MD CDL same class. (8-year license)	$72.00
CDL Conversion Out of State to Maryland CDL with the Hazmat Endorsement (5-year license)	$45.00
*Add Motorcycle Class CDL Duplicate	$45.00 $30.00
CDL Correction (w/o renewal)	$30.00
CDL Skills Retest	$20.00
CDL Learner’s Permit	$106.00
CDL HAZMAT Background Check (BRC)	$109.25
CDL with Hazmat Endorsement (5-year license)	$30.00

Non-Commercial License
Driver’s License Renewal ($6.00 per year)	$48.00 - 8 years*
Driver’s License Duplicate	$30.00
Driver's License Corrected	$30.00
Driver's License New (under 21)	$9.00* per year
Driver's License New (21 & over)	$72.00/$9.00 per year
Learner’s Permit – Non CDL Type I (GLS) No previous license - includes conversion to full license)	$65.00
Learner’s Permit – Non CDL Type II (Currently/previously licensed)	$45.00
Learner’s Permit Corrected	$30.00
Motorcycle License - New (under 21) Motorcycle License - New (21 & over)	$9.00* per year $72.00/$9.00 per year
Moped License – New	$30.00
Moped License – Renewal	$25.00
Moped License – Duplicate	$30.00
Moped License – Corrected	$30.00
Photo ID Card – New/Renewal	$24.00*
Photo ID Card - Duplicate/Correction	$20.00
* Fees may be prorated per year Veteran's Status and Organ Donor Designations: There is no fee to add or remove a veteran's status or organ donor designation. Vision Restriction: There is no fee to add or remove the vision restriction code (B, C or F). Photo ID Card (all types): There is no fee for an ID card if you are 65 years of age or older, or if you have a disability which limits a major life activity.

Vehicle Registration / Tag Fees

In the classes identified below, the cost reflected is for one (1) year at time of titling or at the time registration is renewed, but vehicles may also be renewed for two or three years. The following fees include the yearly $40.00  surcharge for the EMS system, except where noted otherwise.
CLASS	DESCRIPTION	PRICES AS OF JULY 1, 2024
A	Passenger Cars (shipping weight up to 3,500 lbs.)	$110.50
A	Passenger Cars (shipping weight greater than 3,500 lbs. but less than or equal to 3,700 lbs.)	$120.50
A	Passenger Cars (shipping weight over 3,700 lbs.)	$161.50
B	Passenger Vehicle Operated for Hire	$210.00
C	Funeral Vehicles and Ambulances	$160.00
D	Motorcycles	$95.00
L	Historic Vehicles	$45.50*
	Historic Vehicles over 60 years old	$50 (one time)*
M	Multi Purpose Vehicle (Shipping weight up to 3,500 lbs.)	$110.50
M	Multi Purpose Vehicle (shipping weight greater than 3,500 lbs. but less than or equal to 3,700 lbs.)	$120.50
M	Multi Purpose Vehicle (shipping weight over 3,700 lbs.)	$161.50
N	Street Rod Vehicles	$45.00*
Q	Limousine	$245.00
R	Low Speed Vehicles	$75.00
R	Low Speed Vehicles	$75.00

* Registration fee does not require a surcharge.

Please note: Chesapeake Bay and Agricultural Plates require an additional $12.50 per year renewal fee ($25.00 for 2-year or $37.50 for 3-year renewal). The additional fee benefits the Chesapeake Bay Trust or the Maryland Agricultural Education Foundation. (If upgrading to a Bay or Agricultural plate from any other Maryland plate, you will need to pay the $20 upgrade fee and an additional $20 substitution fee. Personalization will cost an additional $50 per year.)

Trucks
E	Trucks (3,500 lbs or less GVW)	$123.75
E	Trucks (3,501 – 5,000 lbs GVW)	$133.75
E	Trucks (5,001 - 7,000 lbs GVW)	$148.75
E	Construction Vehicle (below 10,000 lbs GVW)	$123.75

Trailers
G	Trailer (3,000 lbs. or less)	$45.50*
G	Trailer (3,001 - 5,000 lbs.)	$71.00*
G	Trailer (5,001 - 10,000 lbs.)	$100.00*
G	Trailer (10,001 - 20,000 lbs.)	$144.00*
G	Freight trailer or semi-trailer	$58.25*

Farm trailers or Farm semi-trailers
GF	Trailer 3,000 lbs. or less	$12.75*
GF	Trailer 3,001 – 5,000 lbs.	$25.50*
GF	Trailer 5,001 – 10,000 lbs.	$40.00*
GF	Trailer 10,001 – 20,000 lbs.	$62.00*

*Registration fee does not require a surcharge.

Class E Trucks (GVW or GCW in lbs. - Fee is shown per 1,000 lbs. A registration increase of $45.00 and an additional $40.00 surcharge per year for the EMS system will be added.)
E	10,000 - 18,000 lbs.	$9.00
E	18,001 - 26,000 lbs.	$11.75
E	26,001 - 40,000 lbs.	$12.75
E	40,001 - 60,000 lbs.	$14.75
E	60,001 - 80,000 lbs.	$16.00

Class EPD Dump Trucks and Class F Truck Tractors (GVW or GCW in lbs. - Fee is shown per 1,000 lbs. A registration increase of $20.00 and an additional $40.00 surcharge per year for the EMS system will be added.)
EPD	40,000 - 70,000 lbs.	$26.25
F	minimum 40,000 - 60,000 lbs.	$21.00
F	minimum 60,001 - 80,000 lbs.	$22.50

Class EFT Farm Trucks and Class FF Farm Tractors (GVW or GCW in lbs. - Fee is shown per 1,000 lbs. An additional $40.00 surcharge per year for the EMS system will be added.)
EFT	minimum 10,000 - 40,000 lbs.	$5.00

EFT	40,001 - 65,000 lbs.	$5.25
FF	minimum 40,000 – 80,000 lbs.	$5.25

Class T Tow Trucks/Rollbacks (GVW or GCW in lbs. – The following fees include the yearly $40.00 surcharge for the EMS system.)
T	Tow Trucks/Rollbacks under 26,000 lbs.	$245.00
T	Tow Trucks/Rollbacks over 26,000 lbs.	$610.00

Class TE Tow Trucks/Rollbacks (GVW or GCW in lbs. - Can be used for hauling or towing. Please note the registration increase and surcharges added by weight class below.)
TE	Tow Trucks/Rollbacks Up to 18,000 lbs.	$245.00 (includes $40.00 surcharge)
TE	Tow Trucks/Rollbacks 18,001 - 26,000 lbs.	$11.75 per 1,000 lbs. (add $45.00 increase and $40.00 surcharge)
TE	Tow Trucks/Rollbacks 26,001 - 40,000 lbs.	$610.00 (includes $40.00 surcharge)
TE	Tow Trucks/Rollbacks 40,001 - 60,000 lbs.	$14.75 per 1,000 lbs. (add $45.00 increase and $40.00 surcharge)
TE	Tow Trucks/Rollbacks 60,001 - 80,000 lbs.	$16.00 per 1,000 lbs. (add $45.00 increase and $40.00 surcharge)

Class H School Bus (The following fees include the yearly $40.00 surcharge for the EMS system.)
H	School Vehicle (including Head Start)	$111.00

H	School Bus Charter	$210.00

Class J Van Pool and Class P Passenger Bus (The following fees include the yearly $40.00 surcharge for the EMS system.)
J	Van Pool	$136.50
P	Passenger Bus, Charter, or For Hire (seating capacity 20 or less)	$335.00
P	Passenger Bus, Charter, or For Hire (seating capacity 21 – 35)	$585.00
P	Passenger Bus, Charter, or For Hire (seating capacity 36 or more)	$935.00

Class K Farm Area Vehicle (There is no applicable surcharge.)
K	Farm Area Vehicle	$2.50
Surcharge To ensure stable funding for Maryland's world renowned Emergency Medical Services (EMS) System, including med-evac helicopters, ambulances, fire equipment, rescue squads, and trauma units a "surcharge" of $40.00 per year will be collected with the registration fee where applicable.

Electric Vehicle Surcharge

Starting with vehicle registrations expiring in January 2025, there will be an annual surcharge for zero-emission vehicles (ZEV including battery electric vehicles) and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV). See Miscellaneous Registration Fees below.

MVA Records Fees

Certified Copies	$15.00
Non-Certified Copies	$12.00
(includes driving records, vehicle registration, title files and licensing documents)

Reinstatement Fees

Driver License Reinstatement (non-CDL or CDL)	$90.00
Driver License Reinstatement (non-CDL or CDL) due to drug or alcohol related offenses	$150.00

Driver Education Program Fees

Driving Instructor	$150.00
Driving School License	$150.00
Driving School Application	$200.00

Dealer Licensing and Consumer Services Fees

Interchangeable Registration Plates
Motorcycle Dealer Plate Class 1B		$25.00
New/Used/Wholesale Vehicle Dealer Plate Class 1A		$50.00
Trailer Dealer Plate Class 1C		$32.50
Dismantler / Recycler Plate Class 2R		$62.50
Finance Company Plate Class 3F		$50.00
Special Mobile Equipment Plate Class 4E		$62.50
Transporter Plate Class 5T		$62.50
Transporter Tag*		$62.50

Business Licenses
Dealer's License - New Car		$300.00
Dealer's License - Used Car		$300.00
Dealer's License - Wholesale		$350.00
Dealer's License - Trailer over 15 feet		$200.00
Dealer's License - Boat trailer/Trailer under 15 feet		$100.00
Dealer's License - Motorcycle		$200.00
Dealer's License - Emergency Vehicles		$250.00
**Manufacturer's and Distributor's Licenses	1 – 50	$100.00
	51 – 500	$300.00
	501 – 10,000	$500.00
	Over 10,000	$1000.00
Factory Branch		$1000.00
Scrap Processor License		$250.00
Automotive Dismantler/Recycler License		$250.00
Title Service Agent License		$75.00
Salesperson's License		$225.00 - 3 years

Miscellaneous
Duplicate License - All Types		$20.00 each
Corrected License - All Types		$20.00 each

*All fees listed are annual fees - renewed bi-annually - unless noted.
**A manufacturer's or distributor's annual license fee is based on the number of vehicles

Driver Improvement Fees

To apply to be a provider for:
Point System Conference (PSC)	$300.00*
Driver Improvement Program (DIP)	$300.00*
3-Hour Alcohol and Drug Education Program	$200.00*
(* indicates fee for 2 years)
Fees for the point system conference and the 3-hour alcohol and drug education program are at the discretion of the provider.

Insurance Compliance Uninsured Penalty Fee

Minimum Fee	$200.00
First 1 through 30 days	$200.00
Each day after 30 days	$7.00
Maximum fee per year	$3,500.00

Motorcycle Safety Program Fees

Fees for the motorcycle safety training courses vary depending on the course and the training location. Please refer to the Motorcycle Safety Program fee information page for more information.

Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program Fees

VEIP Test Fee

$14.00

VEIP Penalty Late Fee

$15.00

(assessed the day after the due date and every four weeks (28 days) thereafter)

VEIP Self-Serve Kiosk

$10.00

Miscellaneous Registration Fees

Additional/Duplicate Registration Card/Sticker	$5.00
EMS Surcharge	$40.00
Starting with vehicle registrations expiring in January 2025, there will be an annual surcharge for zero-emission vehicles (ZEV including battery electric vehicles) and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV).
Zero-Emission Vehicles (ZEV including battery electric vehicles) Surcharge	$125.00
Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles (PHEV) Surcharge	$100.00
Farm Area Temporary Registration	30 Day - $20.00
	60 Day - $40.00
	90 Day - $60.00
HOV Permit	$5.00
Individual’s w/Disability Placards	No Fee
IRP Duplicate/Replacement Cab Card	$5.00
IRP New Cab Card	$5.00
IRP Temporary Authorization	$2.00
IRP Trip Permit	$15.00
Non-Resident Permit	$27.00
Organizational Tags – without logo (New or Replacement)	$20.00
Organizational Tags – with logo (New or Replacement)	$30.00
ORV Decal / Substitute ORV	$5.00
Restoration Fee	$30.00
Registration / Tag Transfer	$15.00
Replacement Tag	$20.00
Salvage Certificate (New or Duplicate)	$25.00
Security Interest Filing (New or Duplicate)	$20.00
Substitute Tags	$20.00
Temporary Registration	$50.00
Title Certificate – New / Used	$100.00
Title Certificate – Corrected	$40.00
Title Certificate – Duplicate	$20.00
Title Certificate Fee Moped / Motor Scooter	$20.00
Titling Tax – Based on Fair Market Value	6%
– minimum tax	($38.40)
Vanity Plates – per year	$50.00
Commemorative Tags – Chesapeake Bay**	$25.00
Commemorative Tags – Agricultural**	$25.00
Amateur Radio Operator’s Tags*	$5.00
indicates $5 additional per year fee; indicates $10 additional per year fee; *indicates $12.50 additional per year fee. The additional fee benefits the Chesapeake Bay Trust and the Maryland Agricultural Education Foundation.

Please note: When upgrading to a Bay or Agricultural from any other Maryland plate, you will need to pay the $25 upgrade fee and an additional $20 substitution fee. You will then pay the $12.50 additional per year fee with your registration renewal. Personalization will cost an additional $50 per year.

Non-commercial driver licenses are valid for a maximum of 8 years and Commercial driver licenses are valid for a maximum of 8 years. ID cards for individuals 18 years of age and older will be valid for a period of up to 8 years; for those under the age of 18, ID cards will be valid for up to 5 years.

Individuals who apply for a limited term driver’s license, learner’s permit or ID card, will continue to be issued a product with a period of validity that equals their duration of lawful status in the United States and the fee would be prorated for that duration. However, for anyone under the age of 21, the fee is not prorated for a learner’s permit, ID card, or driver’s license. The commercial driver's learner’s permit fee cannot be prorated.

Payment Schedule for Vehicle Registration Fees and Certain Surcharges

As of January 2025, you can have a payment schedule for select registration fees. The payment schedule is available for both new registrations and renewal registrations and includes two payments – the initial payment when setting up the plan and the second and final payment due 6 months after the registration term starts. Learn more below.

Am I eligible for a payment schedule?

You must choose a 1-year registration term to qualify for a payment schedule. The schedule is the initial payment and one deferred payment in 6 months. You must also:

Have a valid myMVA Online Services account. Click here to sign up.
Select 1-year registration. The payment schedule cannot be used with a 2-year registration.
Set up the schedule within 30 days of your current registration expiration date.
Not have two (2) delinquent renewals in your account history.

The following plate types are not eligible:

Transferrable plates (dealer, motorcycle, trailer, recycler, and financial institution)
Special Mobile Equipment (SME) plates
Transporter plates

How do I set up a payment schedule?

You can get signed up for a payment schedule with the following:

Your myMVA Online Services Account
MVA Branch or Kiosk
County Treasurer’s Office in eligible counties
Dealership or Title Service Agency (during a vehicle transaction)

You will need to pay the initial payment and agree to the terms and conditions.

What do I need to pay in each payment?

The initial payment includes:

50% of the annual registration fee
50% of the annual electric vehicle surcharge (if applicable)
100% of the $40.00 surcharge to support Maryland’s emergency medical system
100% of fees associated with non-standard plates (e.g., bay, agricultural, organizational, or military

The second and final payment will be:

50% of the annual registration fee
50% of the annual electric vehicle surcharge (if applicable)

There is no fee to set up the payment schedule.

How and when do I pay my second payment?

The second payment is due six (6) months after the registration period starts. It can be paid in full at any time, but partial payment will not be accepted. You can pay using:

Your myMVA Online Services Account
MVA Branch or Kiosk
County Treasurer’s Office in eligible counties

What happens if I do not pay?

If you do not pay within 120 days, your registration will be cancelled, and you will be referred to the Maryland Central Collection Unit (CCU). CCU will add an additional 17% fee to the amount of the second payment. You must pay the balance before the next renewal period. If you have not paid when the new renewal cycle starts, you will receive a flag notice instead of a renewal notice.

What happens if I sell the vehicle or return my vehicle’s tags?

You are still responsible for the second payment. You can return the tags and receive a refund, if eligible. Visit the License Plate Return page for more information.

Payment Schedule Terms & Conditions:

You are responsible for the final payment of the vehicle registration with no exceptions, even if the vehicle is sold, stolen, salvaged, etc.
You and the co-owner (if applicable) understand that tags cannot be transferred to another vehicle if a registration debt is owed to MVA.
Failure to pay the final payment of the registration will result in the suspension of the vehicle registration.
Failure to pay the final payment of the registration will result in the outstanding balance being referred to the Maryland Central Collection Unit (CCU). Once a debt is referred to CCU, a 17% fee will be accessed.
You agree to create and maintain a myMVA online account.
You and the co-owner (if applicable) agree to receive all notices regarding your Registration Payment Schedule electronically including reminders, receipts, etc. (A business or commercial entity will receive one paper remainder about payment via mail. It will be sent to the business address on record.)