Maryland Title Transfer Fee Calculator
Transferring a vehicle title in Maryland costs $200 in title fees — but the real cost of a private-party purchase is usually the tax: 6.5% titling excise tax (raised July 2025) on the greater of your notarized bill-of-sale price or MVA book value; vehicles 7+ years old use a $640 minimum value, so the minimum tax is $41.60. Budget the tax on top of the title and plate fees, and transfer within the state's deadline to avoid penalties.
Verified against official Maryland sources on 2026-07-17. How we verify fees.
Your purchase
- Tax on sale6.5% titling excise tax (raised July 2025) on the greater of your notarized bill-of-sale price or MVA book value; vehicles 7+ years old use a $640 minimum value, so the minimum tax is $41.60.$2,275.00
- Title fee$200.00
Estimate only — actual fees are set by your state and county at the time of registration. Data last reviewed 2026-07-17. This state's full local formula is not yet implemented; see the notes below the calculator.
Good to know
- The title fee doubled to $200 in July 2025 (HB 352).
What determines title transfer cost in Maryland?
- Purchase price (tax basis)
- Title fee ($200)
- Tax on private-party sales
- Family/gift exemptions
Frequently asked questions
How much does a title transfer cost in Maryland?
The title fee itself is $200. 6.5% titling excise tax (raised July 2025) on the greater of your notarized bill-of-sale price or MVA book value; vehicles 7+ years old use a $640 minimum value, so the minimum tax is $41.60. Use the calculator above with your purchase price for the full picture.
Do I pay sales tax on a private-party car purchase in Maryland?
Yes — 6.5% titling excise tax (raised July 2025) on the greater of your notarized bill-of-sale price or MVA book value; vehicles 7+ years old use a $640 minimum value, so the minimum tax is $41.60.
Are family transfers or gifted vehicles taxed in Maryland?
Excise-exempt with Form VR-103 between spouse, parent/child, sibling, grandparent/grandchild (plus a niece/nephew of a transferor 65+). In-laws, cousins, and partners are NOT exempt. The $200 title fee is still due.
How long do I have to transfer a title in Maryland?
Dealers must submit within 30 days; private buyers must title before registering or driving. New residents have 60 days to keep their out-of-state tax credit.
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Estimates here are informational — the state is the only source of an official quote.
Data last reviewed 2026-07-17.