Rhode Island Vehicle Registration Fees — 2026
Rhode Island uses a weight formula. $30.00 base fee; weight-tiered (3 tiers). Use the calculator below for your specific vehicle.
Your Rhode Island registration fee
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Rhode Island fee breakdown
| Fee component | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Base registration fee | $30.00 | — |
| Weight-based fee | $30.00 (cars ≤4000 lbs) | 3 weight tiers total |
| Title fee (one-time) | $52.50 | — |
| Plate fee | $8.00 | — |
| Inspection biennial | $55.00 | — |
Renewal & late penalty
Renewal cycle: 2-year.
Late penalty: $10.
Federal tax deductibility
Rhode Island registration fees are not federally tax-deductible (no value-based component).
Notes
Excise fully phased out 2022. EV fee proposed not enacted.