How much will a car registration cost in 2026?
How much does a vehicle registration certificate cost in 2026?
Price by region, by vehicle type and by procedure — everything you need to know before paying.
Calculate my rate for freeThe price of a vehicle registration certificate in 2026 is not fixed — it varies depending on your region, your vehicle's power, and the type of procedure. This guide explains exactly how to calculate it, with the complete table of regional rates and all special cases.
Summary
1. How is the price of a vehicle registration certificate calculated?
The registration certificate is made up of 6 distinct taxes, called Y1 to Y6. This is why the calculation seems complicated.
The simplified formula: Total price = (CV × regional rate) + fixed State taxes + management fees. Fixed taxes represent approximately €13.76 for all vehicles, regardless of the region.
| Tax | Name | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Y1 | Regional tax | CV × regional rate |
| Y2 | Utility vehicle surcharge | €34 (€0 for individuals) |
| Y3 | CO2 penalty | Variable depending on emissions |
| Y4 | Fixed management fee | €11.00 |
| Y5 | Delivery fee | €2.76 |
| Y6 | Total (Y1 to Y5) | = final calculation basis |
Good to know: For vehicles over 10 years old, the Y1 tax is automatically reduced by 50%, without any additional procedure.
2. Table of 2026 rates by region
The Y1 tax is voted annually by the regional councils. Here are the official 2026 rates:
Rates evolving in 2026: Hauts-de-France: €43/CV since April 1st. Nouvelle-Aquitaine: €58/CV since March 1st. Corsica: increase of €10/CV.
| Region | Rate / CV | Example 7 CV | Evolution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayotte | €30 | €210 | — |
| Guadeloupe | €41 | €287 | — |
| Guyane | €42.50 | €298 | — |
| Hauts-de-France | €43 | €301 | +€1/CV |
| Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | €43 | €301 | — |
| Pays de la Loire | €51 | €357 | — |
| Martinique | €53 | €371 | — |
| Corse | €53 | €371 | +€10/CV |
| Nouvelle-Aquitaine | €58 | €406 | +€5/CV |
| Occitanie | €59.50 | €417 | — |
| Bourgogne-Franche-Comté | €60 | €420 | — |
| Bretagne | €60 | €420 | — |
| Centre-Val de Loire | €60 | €420 | — |
| Grand Est | €60 | €420 | — |
| Normandie | €60 | €420 | — |
| PACA | €60 | €420 | +€1/CV |
| La Réunion | €60 | €420 | +€3/CV |
| Île-de-France | €68.95 | €483 | — |
Example: 7 CV in Île-de-France = 7 × €68.95 = €482.65 for the regional tax alone, before fixed taxes.
3. Price according to the type of procedure
Some procedures do not include a regional tax — which makes them much cheaper.
| Procedure | Regional tax | Our fees | Processing time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change of owner | Yes | from €39.90 | 48 to 72h |
| New vehicle | Yes | €69.00 | 48 to 72h |
| Importation outside EU | Yes | €99.00 | 8 to 10 days |
| Succession / Inheritance | Yes | €89.00 | 3 to 5 days |
| Collector vehicle | Yes (50% reduced) | €99.00 | 5 to 7 days |
| Vehicle modification | Partial | €119.00 | 48 to 72h |
| Duplicate (loss / theft) | No | €79.00 | 48 to 72h |
| Change of address | No | €29.90 | 48 to 72h |
| Declaration of transfer | No | €29.90 | 24 to 48h |
| Cancellation of transfer | No | €79.00 | 48 to 72h |
| Temporary WW | No | €89.00 | 24 to 48h |
| Fiscal Quitus | No | €89.00 | 6 to 8 days |
| CPI WW Export | No | €99.00 | 24 to 48h |
| W Garage (professionals) | No | €149.00 | 3 to 5 days |
| Purchase declaration (pros) | No | €20.00 | 24 to 48h |
Savings tip: For change of address and duplicate, there is no regional tax. Don't get overcharged by websites that add one.
4. Exemptions and reductions to know
Vehicles over 10 years old
The regional tax Y1 is automatically divided by 2. Applied automatically, without any special procedure on your part.
Collector vehicles (30 years and older)
Benefit from a special reduced rate on the regional tax. Specific procedure required.
People with disabilities
Under certain conditions, total exemption from regional tax is possible. An 80% disability card grants this right.
Electric vehicles in 2026
Each region decides freely. The majority have removed the exemption in 2026. Check with our simulator.
Do not assume your electric vehicle is exempt. Since 2026, the State has transferred the decision to grant or not this exemption to the regions. Check your situation with our simulator before ordering.
5. Required documents depending on the procedure
Documents common to all procedures:
Additional documents for a change of owner:
Most frequent error: A missing document is the primary cause of ANTS rejection. Double-check your list before submitting your application.
6. Applying for your vehicle registration certificate alone or through a service?
ANTS alone
- Taxes only (no service fees)
- 2 to 4 hours of procedures
- High risk of rejection
- 4 to 8 week delay
- No assistance in case of error
- Available Monday to Friday only
Authorized professional service
- Taxes + service fees (from €29.90)
- 5 minutes of your time
- Application checked before submission
- 48 to 72 hour delay
- Dedicated advisor available
- Available Monday to Saturday
How it works with our service:
Choose your procedure
15 procedures available. The price is displayed before payment, all-inclusive, with no surprises.
Pay online securely
Secure payment in 5 minutes. Payment in 3 or 4 installments available with Klarna.
Send your documents
Via our secure form, without printing anything. Our experts check everything before submission.
Receive your vehicle registration certificate at home
Registered mail within 48 to 72 hours. Documents sent by email within 24 hours depending on the service.
7. Frequently Asked Questions
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