How do I register my vehicle in Georgia?

Reviewed 2026-09-29 · Source: Georgia Department of Revenue

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Register a passenger vehicle after moving to Georgia through the county tag office, following DOR’s new-resident instructions.

Starting fee$20 +

WhereOnline or in person

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Review Georgia new-resident requirements: Check DOR’s guidance for county, license, insurance, ownership and emissions requirements.
Prepare county tag office documents: Gather the applicable title or ownership record and Georgia credential; check whether emissions testing applies.
Register at your county tag office: Pay applicable fees and taxes directly through the official process.

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Passenger registrationDOR lists this standard fee; title fee, county charges and TAVT can also apply.	$20
Title application, when requiredConfirm applicable taxes and total at the county tag office.	$18

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New to Georgia? | DOR · Georgia Department of Revenue · reviewed 2026-09-29

Limitations: New-resident passenger registration only; existing resident and renewal transactions differ. County emissions and taxes depend on circumstances.

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