Montana Vehicle Registration Fees — 2026
Montana uses a age depreciation formula. $217.00 base fee; age-depreciation table; +$130 EV surcharge. Use the calculator below for your specific vehicle.
Your Montana registration fee
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Montana fee breakdown
| Fee component | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Base registration fee | $217.00 | — |
| EV surcharge (BEV) | $130.00 | in addition to base |
| PHEV/Hybrid surcharge | $70.00 | — |
| Title fee (one-time) | $12.00 | — |
| Plate fee | $10.30 | — |
| County add-on (state median) | $30.00 | varies by county; calculator lets you override |
Renewal & late penalty
Renewal cycle: 1, 2-years.
Late penalty: $10.
Federal tax deductibility
On Schedule A, you can deduct the value-based portion of Montana registration (value-based fee). Other components are not deductible.
Notes
Light vehicles 11+ yrs can permanently register. EV $130/PHEV $70 per HB 60. County option 0.5-0.7%.