Motor Vehicles
Come see us at the License Center to renew vehicle registration, transfer a title, apply for special plates, obtain a disability parking certificate, and much more! Visit the Minnesota Department of Public Safety website for more information.
Vehicle Insurance Information (PDF)
Fees
Typical transfer fees for a titled vehicle
| Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Title Fee (An addition $2 is due for each lien recorded) | $8.25 |
| Transfer Tax | $10.00 |
| Public Safety Vehicle Fee | $3.50 |
| Filing Fee | $10.00 |
| Motor Vehicle Sales Tax | Varies |
Transfer Title Fees
| Type | Fee & Explanation |
|---|---|
| Filing Fee | $10.00 - due with each title transaction |
| Title Fee | $8.25 - due on all initial applications for title and title transfers. This includes:
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| Duplicate Title Fee | $7.25 |
| Grant of Security Interest (Lien) | $2.00 |
| Late Transfer Penalty | $2.00 - Charged when a transfer is not submitted within 10 business days of the date of sale. |
| Non-Title Transfer | $3.00 |
| Public Safety Vehicle Fee | $3.50 - This fee is not charged on non-titled trailer transactions. |
| Reassignment of Security Interest | $1.00 |
| Repossession | $8.25 |
| Transfer Tax | $10 - This fee is not charged on:
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