Georgia Car Registration Fee Calculator

What is the Georgia Car Registration Fee Calculator?

The calculator is an online tool designed to help Georgia drivers understand how much they’ll pay when registering a vehicle.

It breaks down:

• TAVT (Title Ad Valorem Tax): A one-time tax equal to 7% of your vehicle’s fair market value or purchase price.
• Annual Registration Fee: A flat $20 per year for standard license plate renewal.
• Optional and One-Time Fees:
  • Title Application Fee: $18 (if you’re applying for a new title).
  • Specialty License Plate Fee: $35 (if you choose a specialty plate).

The calculator combines these fees into one clear estimate, giving you a transparent view of the total cost.

How the Calculator Works

Here’s the step-by-step breakdown:

1. Enter Vehicle Purchase Price or Value
   • The calculator applies the 7% TAVT rate automatically.
   • Example: On a $28,000 car, TAVT would be $1,960.00.
2. Select Fees That Apply to You
   • Standard $20 renewal fee (checked by default).
   • Optional $18 title fee if you need a new title.
   • Optional $35 specialty plate fee if you want a custom plate.
3. Calculate
   • The tool displays an itemized breakdown and a total estimate.
   • A disclaimer reminds you that the TAVT is one-time, while the registration fee is annual.
4. Reset Anytime
   • You can clear all fields and start over with a new calculation.

Why This Calculator is Helpful

• Saves Time: No guessing, no spreadsheets, no hunting through DMV fee charts.
• Budget-Friendly: Lets you plan ahead before you finalize your car purchase.
• Accurate: Uses official Georgia DMV rates for TAVT and fees.
• User-Friendly: Easy checkboxes for common add-ons like title or specialty plates.

For buyers, dealerships, and even people considering used cars, it’s a quick way to avoid surprises.

Example Calculation

Imagine you’re buying a $25,000 car and need both a title and a specialty plate.

• TAVT (7% of $25,000): $1,750.00
• Registration Fee: $20.00
• Title Fee: $18.00
• Specialty Plate: $35.00

Total Estimate: $1,823.00

That’s your upfront cost to get the car titled and registered in Georgia.