Moving to Utah: car title and registration costs
Moving to Utah with a car you own: title and registration come to about $169.75–$182.75 for a $20,000 car you have owned over a year (estimate). Register within 60 days of moving (Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (Utah State Tax Commission)).
Tax on the car itself: $0.00 plus anything you fill in.
Estimate of government charges. The DMV or county office calculates the final amount.
Your own numbers
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Every line for a new resident
| Line | Group | Amount | Set by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Use tax on a vehicle brought in by a new resident | State & local tax | you fill in | Utah State Tax Commission |
| Title fee | Title | $6.00 | Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (Utah State Tax Commission) |
| Registration fee (passenger vehicle, 14,000 lb or less; CPI-indexed) | Registration & plates | $58.25 | Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (Utah State Tax Commission) |
| 2023 H.B. 301 fee (additional registration fee) | Registration & plates | $7.50 | Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (Utah State Tax Commission) |
| Electronic fee | Registration & plates | $3.25 | Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (Utah State Tax Commission) |
| Uninsured motorist identification fee | Registration & plates | $1.00 | Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (Utah State Tax Commission) |
| Automobile driver education fee | Registration & plates | $2.50 | Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (Utah State Tax Commission) |
| License plate fee (new standard plate) | Registration & plates | $11.25 | Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (Utah State Tax Commission) |
| Corridor preservation fee (11 counties) | Registration & plates | $0.00–$10.00 | Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (Utah State Tax Commission) |
| Air pollution control (local emissions) fee (5 counties, not EVs) | Registration & plates | $0.00–$3.00 | Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (Utah State Tax Commission) |
| Age-based uniform fee (in lieu of property tax), passenger cars/light trucks/SUVs/vans | Yearly taxes | $80.00 | Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (Utah State Tax Commission) |
Deadlines
- New resident registers vehicle within (days): 60 days (Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (Utah State Tax Commission))
Sales tax when you move
- Use tax on a vehicle brought in by a new resident: A valid, non-temporary registration card from the other state is evidence of payment. Registration and age-based fees still apply.
Checklist before the DMV visit
- Your out-of-state title (or the lender's details if there is a loan) and current registration
- Proof of insurance that meets the state's requirements
- Your new driver license or ID, and proof of your new address
- Odometer reading; some states also need a VIN or safety/emissions inspection
- Proof of sales tax you paid when you bought the car, if it was recent (several states credit it or exempt you)
After that: yearly renewal
See registration and title fees in Utah for the yearly cost.
Official tools: Utah DMV Fee Estimator (title, registration and sales tax) · Utah DMV Get Renewal Information · UDOT Road Usage Charge (EV per-mile option)
Sources
- Utah State Tax Commission: Pub 5 (web version)
- Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (Utah State Tax Commission): Summary of Common Fees
- Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (Utah State Tax Commission): Motor Vehicle Portal Fee Estimator result: 2020 gasoline passenger vehicle, Salt Lake City, $20,000 (captured 2026-11-05)
- Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (Utah State Tax Commission): Registration Taxes & Fees
- Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (Utah State Tax Commission): Assessment Fees (2026 age-based uniform fee)
- Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (Utah State Tax Commission): Nonresidents - Students, Military, Other
FAQ
How long do I have to register my car after moving to Utah?
New resident registers vehicle within (days): 60 days, per Utah Division of Motor Vehicles (Utah State Tax Commission).
Do I pay sales tax when I bring my car to Utah?
A valid, non-temporary registration card from the other state is evidence of payment. Registration and age-based fees still apply.
How much does it cost to register an out-of-state car in Utah?
About $169.75–$182.75 for a $20,000 car owned over a year (estimate of title and registration).