Florida DMV Fees: What You Need to Know

Understanding the various fees associated with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) is essential for residents and new drivers. This guide provides a detailed breakdown of the costs you can expect when dealing with driver licenses, vehicle registrations, titles, and other DMV-related services in Florida.

Driver License Fees

Florida offers several types of driver licenses, each with its own fee structure:

Class E (Standard License): $48.00
Learner’s License: $48.00
Commercial Driver License (CDL): $75.00
School Board CDL: $48.00
Identification Card (Original, Renewal, Replacement): $25.00
Replacement License: $25.00 (Free for veterans adding the “Veteran” designation)
Endorsements (e.g., motorcycle, hazmat): $7.00 each
Knowledge Retest: $10.00
Skill Retest: $20.00
Administrative Fee for Alcohol/Drug-Related Offenses: $130.00
Late Fee: $15.00

Note: Most local Tax Collector offices also charge a $6.25 service fee.

Vehicle Registration Fees

Vehicle registration fees in Florida vary based on factors such as vehicle weight, type, and usage:

Initial Registration Fee

First-Time Registration: $225.00
This fee applies when registering a vehicle for the first time in Florida and there is no license plate to transfer.

Standard Registration Fees (Based on Vehicle Weight)

Automobiles up to 2,499 lbs: $28.10
Automobiles 2,500 – 3,499 lbs: $36.10
Automobiles 3,500 lbs and over: $46.10
Trucks 0 – 1,999 lbs: $28.10
Trucks 2,000 – 3,000 lbs: $36.10
Trucks 3,001 – 5,000 lbs: $46.10
Trucks 5,001 – 5,999 lbs: $72.85
Trucks 6,000 – 7,999 lbs: $99.85
Trucks 8,000 – 9,999 lbs: $115.10
Trucks 10,000 – 14,999 lbs: $140.10

Note: Trucks over 5,000 lbs are exempt from the $225 initial registration fee but have higher weight-based fees.

Additional Registration Fees

Registration Transfer: $4.60
Replace License Plate: $36.90
Replace Decal: $34.10
Specialty Plate Processing Fee: $5.00

Title Fees

When titling a vehicle in Florida, the following fees apply:

Title for New Vehicle: $77.25
Title for Used Vehicle: $85.75

Note: Additional fees may apply for out-of-state transfers or if a paper title is requested.

Specialty License Plates

Florida offers over 120 specialty license plates supporting various causes, organizations, and interests. These plates typically incur additional fees:

Specialty Plate Fee: Varies by plate
Personalized Plate Fee: Additional cost on top of the specialty plate fee

For more information on available specialty plates and their associated fees, visit the FLHSMV Specialty Plates page.

Dealer and Manufacturer Licensing Fees

Businesses involved in the sale or manufacturing of vehicles are subject to specific licensing fees:

Motor Vehicle Manufacturer, Importer, or Distributor: $300.00 (Original License), $100.00 (Renewal)
Recreational Vehicle Manufacturer, Importer, or Distributor: $340.00 (Original License), $140.00 (Renewal)
Mobile Home Manufacturer: $340.00 (Original License), $140.00 (Renewal)

Note: Additional fees may apply for supplemental locations.

Additional Resources

For more detailed information on Florida DMV fees and services, consider exploring the following resources:

For official and up-to-date information, visit the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles website.