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Lt_Inner_Content Left_ContentThis is a list of Maryland's motor vehicle fees. For more specific information please contact us at 1-410-768-7000.
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CDL Conversion (Out of State to MD CDL same class. (8-year license)
*Add Motorcycle Class
CDL Duplicate
CDL Correction (w/o renewal)
CDL Skills Retest
CDL Learner’s Permit
CDL HAZMAT Background Check (BRC)
Driver’s License Renewal ($6.00 per year)
$48.00 - 8 years*
Driver’s License Duplicate
Driver's License Corrected
Driver's License New (under 21)
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)
Learner’s Permit – Non CDL Type II (Currently/previously licensed)
Learner’s Permit Corrected
Motorcycle License - New (under 21)
Motorcycle License - New (21 & over)
$9.00* per year
$72.00*/$9.00* per year
Moped License – New
Moped License – Renewal
Moped License – Duplicate
Moped License – Corrected
Photo ID Card – New/Renewal
$24.00*
Photo ID Card - Duplicate/Correction
* 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.
The pricing here applies to new vehicle registrations as of July 1, 2024 and existing registrations expiring in and after July 2024.
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 years. The following fees include the yearly $40.00 surcharge for the EMS system, except where noted otherwise.
Passenger Cars
(shipping weight up to 3,500 lbs.)
Passenger Cars
(shipping weight greater than 3,500 lbs.
but less than or equal to 3,700 lbs.)
Passenger Vehicle Operated for Hire
Funeral Vehicles and Ambulances
Street Rod Vehicles
Low Speed Vehicles
* Registration fee does not require a surcharge.
Trucks (3,500 lbs or less GVW)
Trucks (3,501 – 5,000 lbs GVW)
Trailer (3,000 lbs. or less)
Trailer (3,001 - 5,000 lbs.)
Trailer (5,001 - 10,000 lbs.)
Trailer (10,001 - 20,000 lbs.)
Freight trailer or semi-trailer
Trailer 3,000 lbs. or less
Trailer 3,001 – 5,000 lbs.
Trailer 5,001 – 10,000 lbs.
Trailer 10,001 – 20,000 lbs.
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.)
10,000 - 18,000 lbs.
18,001 - 26,000 lbs.
26,001 - 40,000 lbs.
40,001 - 60,000 lbs.
60,001 - 80,000 lbs.
(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.)
40,000 - 70,000 lbs.
minimum 40,000 - 60,000 lbs.
minimum 60,001 - 80,000 lbs.
(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.)
minimum 40,000 – 80,000 lbs.
Tow Trucks/Rollbacks under 26,000 lbs.
Tow Trucks/Rollbacks over 26,000 lbs.
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.)
Tow Trucks/Rollbacks Up to 18,000 lbs.
$245.00 (includes $40.00 surcharge)
Tow Trucks/Rollbacks 18,001 - 26,000 lbs.
$11.75 per 1,000 lbs. (add $45.00 increase and $40.00 surcharge)
Tow Trucks/Rollbacks 26,001 - 40,000 lbs.
$610.00 (includes $40.00 surcharge)
Tow Trucks/Rollbacks 40,001 - 60,000 lbs.
$14.75 per 1,000 lbs. (add $45.00 increase and $40.00 surcharge)
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.)Passenger Bus, Charter, or For Hire
(seating capacity 20 or less)
Passenger Bus, Charter, or For Hire
(seating capacity 21 – 35)
Passenger Bus, Charter, or For Hire
(seating capacity 36 or more)
Farm Area Vehicle
(includes driving records, vehicle registration, title files and licensing documents)
Driver License Reinstatement (non-CDL or CDL)
Driving School License
Driving School Application
Motorcycle Dealer Plate Class 1B
New/Used/Wholesale Vehicle Dealer Plate Class 1A
Trailer Dealer Plate Class 1C
Dismantler / Recycler Plate Class 2R
Finance Company Plate Class 3F
Special Mobile Equipment Plate Class 4E
Transporter Plate Class 5T
Dealer's License - New Car
Dealer's License - Used Car
Dealer's License - Wholesale
Dealer's License - Trailer over 15 feet
Dealer's License - Boat trailer/Trailer under 15 feet
Dealer's License - Motorcycle
Dealer's License - Emergency Vehicles
**Manufacturer's and Distributor's Licenses
Scrap Processor License
Automotive Dismantler/Recycler License
Title Service Agent License
Duplicate License - All Types
Corrected License - All Types
*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
To apply to be a provider for:
Point System Conference (PSC)
Driver Improvement Program (DIP)
3-Hour Alcohol and Drug Education Program
(* 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.
First 1 through 30 days
Each day after 30 days
Maximum fee per year
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.
VEIP Penalty Late Fee
(assessed the day after the due date and every four weeks (28 days) thereafter)
VEIP Self-Serve Kiosk
Additional/Duplicate Registration Card/Sticker
Farm Area Temporary Registration
Individual’s w/Disability Placards
IRP Duplicate/Replacement Cab Card
IRP New Cab Card
IRP Temporary Authorization
IRP Trip Permit
Organizational Tags – without logo (New or Replacement)
Organizational Tags – with logo (New or Replacement)
ORV Decal / Substitute ORV
Registration / Tag Transfer
Salvage Certificate (New or Duplicate)
Security Interest Filing (New or Duplicate)
Title Certificate – Corrected
Title Certificate – Duplicate
Title Certificate Fee Moped / Motor Scooter
Titling Tax – Based on Fair Market Value
Vanity Plates – per year
Commemorative Tags – Chesapeake Bay**
Commemorative Tags – Agricultural**
Amateur Radio Operator’s Tags*
*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.