Connecticut Vehicle Registration Fees — 2026
Connecticut uses a flat formula. $120.00 base fee. Use the calculator below for your specific vehicle.
Your Connecticut registration fee
Advertisement
Connecticut fee breakdown
| Fee component | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Base registration fee | $120.00 | — |
| Title fee (one-time) | $25.00 | — |
| Plate fee | $5.00 | — |
| Clean Air Act fee | $10.00 | — |
| Greenhouse Gas Reduction fee | $15.00 | — |
| Passport to Parks | $5.00 | — |
Renewal & late penalty
Renewal cycle: 2, 3-years.
Late penalty: $10 minimum.
Federal tax deductibility
On Schedule A, you can deduct the value-based portion of Connecticut registration (value-based fee). Other components are not deductible.
Notes
$120 biennial. Municipal motor vehicle property tax billed separately by town (mill rate cap 32.46). No statewide EV fee.