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As a car owner, you have a responsibility to keep your vehicle legally registered in the state of Maryland. After you purchase your new vehicle at a Kia dealer, your first stop should be at the Maryland Department of Motor Vehicles to apply for car registration. Let's explore what fees you can expect for registering your new car in Maryland. How Much is Registration Renewal in MD? MVA Registration Renewal Cost: Explore Maryland Car Registration Fees How much does it cost to get my car registered in MD in 2025? In Maryland for 2025, the fee to register a passenger car ranges. Passengers cars with a shipping weight up to 3,500 pounds are $110.50, whereas passengers cars more than 3,500 pounds but less or equal to 3,700 pounds are $120.50. How much is it to register a motorcycle in Maryland? For 2025, it's $95.00. more For passenger vehicles that are operated for hire, you can expect a larger fee – the vehicle registration fee is $210.00. Have a construction vehicle in MD that you want to register that is below 10,000 pounds GVW? It will be ​$123.75. Is Maryland a 2-year tag state? While those fees are for a 1-year renewal, you can add on and do registration renewal for two or three years. How Often Do You Renew Your Registration in MD? For Maryland, in 2025, there are options to renew your registration for one, two, or three years. When it's time to renew your vehicle registration, you will get a registration renewal letter as a reminder. How Do You Renew Your Registration? There are a few ways you can renew your registration. Many people prefer to go in person to handle registration, particularly if you are registering a new vehicle or transferring a title. Can You Register Your Car Online in MD? Yes, you have the option of renewing your vehicle registration online. Online renewal may be more convenient for some drivers, especially if there are no major changes in the ownership or use of the vehicle. If you intend to renew your vehicle's registration online in Maryland, you can renew through myMVA and you will need your car's license plate number and the vehicle's title. What Other Fees Do You Need to Know About? Depending on your specific situation, you may want to consider other fees for your vehicle registration. For example, if you want a duplicate registration card or sticker, you will need to pay $5. Certain permits, such as a non-resident permit for drivers who frequently drive in Maryland but do not live in the state, will cost $27. Additionally, if you have vanity plates, you will need to renew your vanity plate registration every year for $50. Want to Buy a Kia in Maryland? Get in touch with DARCARS Kia of Temple Hills to find your new Kia SUV or car and to learn more about what you can expect for your vehicle registration process. Be sure to check out more of our tips for driving in Maryland on our blog.