Virginia Vehicle Registration Fees — 2026
Virginia uses a weight formula. $40.75 base fee; weight-tiered (2 tiers); +$116 EV surcharge. Use the calculator below for your specific vehicle.
Your Virginia registration fee
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Virginia fee breakdown
| Fee component | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Base registration fee | $40.75 | — |
| Weight-based fee | $40.75 (cars ≤4000 lbs) | 2 weight tiers total |
| EV surcharge (BEV) | $116.49 | in addition to base |
| Title fee (one-time) | $15.00 | — |
| Plate fee | $10.00 | — |
| County add-on (state median) | $250.00 | 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 Virginia registration (value-based fee). Other components are not deductible.
Notes
County PPT $0.50-$5.00 per $100 NADA value (Fairfax $4.57). EV Highway Use Fee $116.49 (2026).