How Much Do Utah License Plates Cost?

When you buy a used car in Utah, you’ll get new license plates when you register the vehicle. Standard Utah passenger vehicle plates cost $12.

Utah also has a variety of specialty and prestige plates to choose from, which cost more. Additional taxes and fees apply to both new and renewal registrations.

Let’s get into the details of license plate costs in the state of Utah.

Utah passenger license plates cost $12 to $106, depending on what type of plates you choose.

Here are the options for Utah passenger vehicle plates:


Additional registration fees apply ($76), as well as potentially other taxes and fees.

Utah standard passenger vehicle plates cost $12.

There are three designs you can choose from:

1. In God We Trust
2. Life Elevated Skier
3. Life Elevated Arches

You can get new standard Utah license plates in the following scenarios:


For more info on Utah’s license plate types, visit the official Utah Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) page.

Want to make a statement? Personalized plates cost from $26 to $106, depending which plate design you are personalizing. These are also referred to as prestige or vanity plates, and they allow you to customize your ride with a unique letter and number combo.

When selecting the lettering for your custom Utah plate, there are some restrictions:

Show some team spirit or support a cause with a specialty plate. You can sport a plate that supports your favorite Utah college, cause, or organization.

Utah specialty license plates cost between $17 to $26 in addition to the $76 registration fee.

Here are the available designs:

Utah offers disability license plates and placards to accommodate residents with qualifying disabilities. These provide designated parking access and privileges.

Eligible applicants can get:

1. Disabled person license plates: $17
2. Disabled windshield placards: no fee

Here are the steps needed to get a disability placard or plates in Utah:

1. Get the Disabled Person and Physician Disability Certification form (TC-842) from the DMV office or website.
2. Have a licensed physician complete the medical certification section.
3. Submit the completed TC-842 to the DMV office or by mail.
4. The Utah DMV reviews and approves or denies applications.
5. Approved applicants receive disability plates or placards from the Utah DMV.

The cost for a Utah commercial license plate is between $50 and $320 depending on the age and weight of the vehicle. To find out how much license plates will cost for your specific commercial vehicle, it’s best to check with your local DMV office.

To determine the cost of motorcycle license plates in Utah, you would need to contact the Utah DMV, as fees can vary based on engine size and registration period. The DMV can confirm the precise fee including plates when registering your motorcycle.

The cost for a Utah trailer plate is between $10 and $175. The specific cost of your trailer license plate in Utah would need to be confirmed with the Utah DMV, as fees vary based on trailer specifics. Contact the DMV to find out the exact fee when registering your trailer.

The cost for a Utah RV license plate is between $90 and $690. The Utah DMV can provide the current cost of a recreational vehicle (RV) license plate when you register, as fees depend on factors such as vehicles age and weight. Contact the DMV to find out your exact RV plate fee when registering your motorhome.

When you sell your used car in Utah, you must dispose of your old plates properly.
Here are the options for old Utah plates:

1. Return: the DMV office will take back the old plates when issuing new ones. This is the safest option.
2. Recycle: remove any stickers and recycle the plate through local recycling.
3. Keep: some choose to save the old plates as memorabilia. Be sure to invalidate any active stickers first.
4. Transfer: In some cases, Utah allows you to put your old plates on another vehicle you own. Make sure to check with your DMV office for the proper paperwork for a plate transfer.

It’s always a good idea to deface your old license plates before returning or recycling them. This prevents someone else from illegally using it. Always remove registration stickers before disposing of your plate.

See our state-by-state guide to license plates to learn which states require removal from the vehicle and which states allow the plates to remain with the vehicle when it’s sold.

Here are some interesting facts about Utah license plates:

After purchasing a used car from a private seller in Utah, follow these steps to get new plates:

1. Gather required documents such as your title, insurance, and driver's license.
2. Visit your local DMV office in your county.
3. Pay applicable Utah registration fees, plate fees, and sales tax.
4. Receive your new Utah plates and registration from the DMV office.
5. Attach the new plates to the front and rear of your vehicle as Utah requires two plates.

Transferring a vehicle's title in Utah is a two-part process.

1. The seller signs over the certificate of title after you pay them for the car.
2. You complete the title transfer at the county treasurer's office. At the same time, you apply for a new title, pay sales taxes and fees, complete the registration process, and apply for new license plates.

Once the seller has given you the signed vehicle title, you need to visit your local Utah DMV and submit the following:


Read our complete guide to a Utah title transfer for more info on the subject.

To register your vehicle at the Utah DMV office, you must show proof of insurance.

The first time you register a passenger car, you need to transfer ownership if you’ve just acquired it.

Here are the fees you may owe when you register a car in Utah. Note that you’ll owe a title transfer fee and Utah sales tax the first time you register a newly-purchased car, whereas the registration fee is due annually.

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