Georgia Vehicle Registration & Emissions by County (2026)
In Georgia, the TAVT (7% title tax) and registration fees are the same in every county — the only thing that varies is emissions testing, required annually in 13 metro Atlanta counties. Find your county below.
Verified July 2026 from Georgia DOR and the Clean Air Force.
| County | TAVT | Emissions test? |
|---|---|---|
| Fulton | 7% | Yes |
| Gwinnett | 7% | Yes |
| Cobb | 7% | Yes |
| DeKalb | 7% | Yes |
| Clayton | 7% | Yes |
| Chatham (Savannah) | 7% | No |
| Cherokee | 7% | Yes |
| Forsyth | 7% | Yes |
| Henry | 7% | Yes |
| Hall | 7% | No |
| Richmond (Augusta) | 7% | No |
| Muscogee (Columbus) | 7% | No |
| Bibb (Macon) | 7% | No |
| Houston | 7% | No |
| Paulding | 7% | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
Does Georgia car tax vary by county?
No — Georgia's Title Ad Valorem Tax (TAVT) is a flat 7% of the vehicle's fair market value statewide, and the $18 title / $20 tag fees are uniform. The only thing that varies by county is whether an annual emissions test is required.
Which Georgia counties require emissions testing?
13 metro Atlanta counties: Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, Coweta, DeKalb, Douglas, Fayette, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry, Paulding, and Rockdale. Everywhere else in Georgia, no emissions test is required.
How much is the emissions test in Georgia?
Capped at $25, done at private stations certified by Georgia's Clean Air Force. The 3 newest model years and vehicles 25+ years old are exempt.