Florida Vehicle Registration Fees — 2026
Florida uses a weight formula. $14.50 base fee; weight-tiered (3 tiers); +$200 EV surcharge. Use the calculator below for your specific vehicle.
Your Florida registration fee
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Florida fee breakdown
| Fee component | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Base registration fee | $14.50 | — |
| Weight-based fee | $14.50 (cars ≤2499 lbs) | 3 weight tiers total |
| EV surcharge (BEV) | $200.00 | in addition to base |
| PHEV/Hybrid surcharge | $50.00 | — |
| Title fee (one-time) | $77.25 | — |
| Plate fee | $28.00 | — |
| Initial registration (new to FL) | $225.00 | — |
| Branch fee | $1.25 | — |
Renewal & late penalty
Renewal cycle: 1, 2-years.
Late penalty: $5-$250 by days late.
Federal tax deductibility
Florida registration fees are not federally tax-deductible (no value-based component).
Notes
EV $200/PHEV $50 fee per SB 28 effective Jan 1 2026. Initial $225 only on first FL registration.