South Carolina Golf Cart & LSV Registration Fee Calculator
A street-legal low-speed vehicle (LSV) costs $40 per 2-year cycle to register, plus a $15 title. South Carolina's $5 golf cart permit (form GC-2) is among the cheapest street-legal paths in America: proof of ownership, liability insurance, and $5 buys a decal good for 5 years — daylight driving within 4 miles of your registered address on roads posted 35 mph or less. Liability insurance and a driver's license are required.
Verified against official South Carolina sources on 2026-07-28. How we verify fees.
Your golfcart
- LSV registration$40.00
- LSV certificate of title$15.00
- Golf cart permit (per 5 years)$5.00
Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-28.
South Carolina golf cart & LSV fees (2026)
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| LSV registration (per 2-year cycle) | $40 |
| LSV certificate of title | $15 |
| Golf cart permit (per 5 years) | $5 |
Fees shown are the South Carolina state schedule, verified 2026-07-28. Use the calculator above for an itemized estimate including title and one-time fees.
Good to know
- A golf cart tops out at about 20 mph and is not built to a federal road standard. A low-speed vehicle (LSV) is the street-legal class: 4 wheels, 20–25 mph, a 17-digit VIN, and FMVSS 500 safety equipment (lights, mirrors, seat belts, windshield) — allowed on South Carolina roads posted 35 mph or less.
- The cart decal must be replaced every five years or when you change address. Beach communities (Sullivan's Island, Isle of Palms) layer on local rules.
- LSVs register for $40 per 2 years with a $15 title; South Carolina has no conversion process — LSVs need factory FMVSS 500 certification.
What determines golf cart registration cost in South Carolina?
- Golf cart vs. LSV classification (the 20 mph line)
- LSV registration fee
- Title fee
- Golf cart permit fee
- Where you drive (posted speed limits, local ordinances)
Frequently asked questions
Are golf carts street legal in South Carolina?
South Carolina's $5 golf cart permit (form GC-2) is among the cheapest street-legal paths in America: proof of ownership, liability insurance, and $5 buys a decal good for 5 years — daylight driving within 4 miles of your registered address on roads posted 35 mph or less. A golf cart tops out at about 20 mph and is not built to a federal road standard. A low-speed vehicle (LSV) is the street-legal class: 4 wheels, 20–25 mph, a 17-digit VIN, and FMVSS 500 safety equipment (lights, mirrors, seat belts, windshield) — allowed on South Carolina roads posted 35 mph or less.
How much does it cost to register an LSV in South Carolina?
Registration is $40 per 2-year cycle, plus a $15 title.
Can I make my golf cart street legal in South Carolina?
South Carolina does not allow golf-cart-to-LSV conversions — only factory-built, manufacturer-certified vehicles can be titled and registered for road use.
What's the difference between a golf cart and an LSV?
A golf cart tops out at about 20 mph and is not built to a federal road standard. A low-speed vehicle (LSV) is the street-legal class: 4 wheels, 20–25 mph, a 17-digit VIN, and FMVSS 500 safety equipment (lights, mirrors, seat belts, windshield) — allowed on South Carolina roads posted 35 mph or less.
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Estimates here are informational — the state is the only source of an official quote.
Data last reviewed 2026-07-28.