West Virginia Golf Cart & LSV Registration Fee Calculator
A street-legal low-speed vehicle (LSV) costs $51.5 per year to register, plus a $15 title. Golf carts are not allowed on West Virginia public roads and no permit exists — and the DMV explicitly refuses to title homemade or retrofitted carts as LSVs. Liability insurance and a driver's license are required.
Verified against official West Virginia sources on 2026-07-28. How we verify fees.
Your golfcart
- LSV registration$51.50
- LSV certificate of title$15.00
Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-28.
West Virginia golf cart & LSV fees (2026)
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| LSV registration (per year) | $51.5 |
| LSV certificate of title | $15 |
Fees shown are the West Virginia 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).
- LSVs register in Class A at $51.50/yr with a $15 title plus 6% titling tax; the title must identify the vehicle as 'Low Speed Vehicle' (form DMV-LSV1-TR).
- Use is limited to municipal boundaries; LSVs may cross state routes at signals where posted 40 mph or less.
What determines golf cart registration cost in West Virginia?
- Golf cart vs. LSV classification (the 20 mph line)
- LSV registration fee
- Title fee
- Where you drive (posted speed limits, local ordinances)
Frequently asked questions
Are golf carts street legal in West Virginia?
Golf carts are not allowed on West Virginia public roads and no permit exists — and the DMV explicitly refuses to title homemade or retrofitted carts as LSVs. 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).
How much does it cost to register an LSV in West Virginia?
Registration is $51.5 per year, plus a $15 title.
Can I make my golf cart street legal in West Virginia?
West Virginia 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).
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Official West Virginia resources
Estimates here are informational — the state is the only source of an official quote.
Data last reviewed 2026-07-28.