Illinois Vehicle Registration Fees — 2026

Illinois uses a flat formula. $151.00 base fee; +$100 EV surcharge. Use the calculator below for your specific vehicle.

Your Illinois registration fee

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Illinois fee breakdown

Fee componentAmountNote
Base registration fee$151.00
EV surcharge (BEV)$100.00in addition to base
Title fee (one-time)$165.00

Renewal & late penalty

Renewal cycle: 1-year.

Late penalty: $20 if expired.

Federal tax deductibility

Illinois registration fees are not federally tax-deductible (no value-based component).

Notes

$151 = $148 reg + $2 admin + $1 ITAA. EV fee $100 surcharge per PA 101-32.

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