Louisiana Vehicle Registration Fees — 2026
Louisiana uses a value formula. $20.00 base fee; 0.1% of value (License plate fee); +$110 EV surcharge. Use the calculator below for your specific vehicle.
Your Louisiana registration fee
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Louisiana fee breakdown
| Fee component | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Base registration fee | $20.00 | — |
| License plate fee | 0.1% of MSRP | — |
| EV surcharge (BEV) | $110.00 | in addition to base |
| PHEV/Hybrid surcharge | $60.00 | — |
| Title fee (one-time) | $68.50 | — |
| Plate fee | $8.00 | — |
| Handling fee | $8.00 | — |
| Notary/title processing | $12.00 | — |
Renewal & late penalty
Renewal cycle: 2-year.
Late penalty: Up to $100 + interest.
Federal tax deductibility
Louisiana registration fees are not federally tax-deductible (no value-based component).
Notes
Plate fee 0.10% of MSRP, min $20 biennial. EV fee Act 578 effective 2024.