Initial registration of a newly purchased vehicle. Required before operating the vehicle on public roads. Typically involves title transfer, sales tax, and plate issuance.
Last updated · Source: Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) · Methodology
New Vehicle Registration in Maryland costs $65.00 according to the official Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) fee schedule. The fee is the same statewide and is paid at the time of application.
No — new vehicle registration requires an in-person visit to a Maryland DMV office. An appointment is required for this service.
Yes, Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) requires an appointment for new vehicle registration. You can book it on the official DMV website. Walk-ins are typically not processed for this service.
For new vehicle registration in Maryland you will typically need: Bill of sale, title, proof of insurance, odometer reading, emissions (some states). Originals are required — photocopies are not accepted by Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA).
New Vehicle Registration issued in Maryland is valid for 1 years from the issue date. You can renew up to 6 months before the expiration date in most cases.
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Fees and requirements shown here are based on publicly available information from the official Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) website as of 2025. The state DMV is the authoritative source. DMVPeek is an independent information resource and is not affiliated with any state government agency.