Vehicle registration fees 2026: what will they really cost?
The 4 components of a car registration document price
The total cost is calculated from four distinct taxes, some of which are variable and others fixed:
Total Price = (Fiscal HP × regional rate) + CO₂ tax + management tax (€11) + delivery (€2.76)
Rates by region: the price of fiscal horsepower in 2026
The regional tax (Y.1) is the most significant. It is calculated by multiplying the vehicle's fiscal horsepower (HP) by the rate voted by your region. Here are the official 2026 rates:
| Region | Price per HP | Example: 6 HP |
|---|---|---|
| 🏴 Île-de-France | €68.95 | €413.70 |
| Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur | €60.00 | €360.00 |
| Normandie | €60.00 | €360.00 |
| Bretagne | €60.00 | €360.00 |
| Grand Est | €60.00 | €360.00 |
| Bourgogne-Franche-Comté | €60.00 | €360.00 |
| Centre-Val de Loire | €60.00 | €360.00 |
| Nouvelle-Aquitaine | €58.00 | €348.00 |
| Occitanie | €59.50 | €357.00 |
| Corse | €53.00 | €318.00 |
| Pays de la Loire | €51.00 | €306.00 |
| Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes | €43.00 | €258.00 |
| Hauts-de-France | €42.00 | €252.00 |
| La Réunion | €60.00 | €360.00 |
Concrete examples of car registration document prices
To help you navigate, here are complete examples based on different profiles:
| Vehicle | Fiscal HP | Region | Estimated Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renault Clio (gasoline) | 5 HP | Île-de-France | ~€344 |
| Peugeot 308 (diesel) | 6 HP | PACA | ~€374 |
| Volkswagen Golf (gasoline) | 7 HP | Hauts-de-France | ~€308 |
| Tesla Model 3 (electric) | 6 HP | Hauts-de-France | ~€13.76 |
| BMW 5 Series (diesel) | 10 HP | Grand Est | ~€614 |
| Dacia Sandero (gasoline) | 4 HP | Normandy | ~€254 |
Price according to the type of procedure
The type of operation directly influences the amount charged:
| Type of procedure | Regional tax | Fixed taxes |
|---|---|---|
| Change of owner (used) | ✅ Full | ✅ Yes |
| Change of address (same region) | Free | ✅ €13.76 |
| Duplicate (lost registration document) | Not applicable | ✅ ~€11 |
| Name change after marriage | Not applicable | ✅ ~€11 |
| New vehicle (1st registration) | ✅ Half-price | ✅ Yes |
Getting your car registration document with an approved agent
You can carry out your procedure directly via the official State portal (France Titres / ANTS) or entrust it to an approved agent like CarteGriseFrançaise.fr. Both methods are legal and lead to the same result: your new registration certificate sent to your home.
Using an approved agent implies a service fee in addition to the official taxes. In return, you benefit from comprehensive support:
Document review before submission
Each document is checked by our experts before transmission to the SIV. You avoid rejections and additional delays.
All formats accepted
Smartphone photo, PDF, scan… No size or format constraints. You send what you have.
No account creation
No need for FranceConnect or France Identité. You submit your application directly, in a few minutes.
Controlled deadlines
Direct access to the SIV via a dedicated professional interface. Processing within 24 to 48 hours, even during periods of high demand.
End-to-end support
An expert monitors your application until completion. The total price (taxes + service) is displayed from the simulation, with no surprises.
Frequently asked questions about the price of a car registration document
How to calculate the price of my car registration document myself?
Multiply the number of fiscal horsepower (box P.6 of your registration document) by your department's regional rate, then add €13.76 in fixed taxes. Our free simulator performs this calculation automatically in a few seconds.
Does the price change if I move to another region?
Yes. If you change regions, your car registration document is recalculated at the rate of your new region. If you stay in the same region, the change of address is free (only the fixed taxes of €13.76 apply).
Can I pay in installments?
Yes, on CarteGriseFrançaise.fr you can pay by credit card. Consult our procedures page to find out about available options.
Is the price the same for all agents?
Official taxes are identical everywhere — set by the State and the Regions. Only the agent's service fees vary. Always check that the professional is approved by the Ministry of the Interior.
How much does a car registration document cost for a collector vehicle?
Vehicles over 30 years old can benefit from a special regime with partial exemption from regional tax in certain regions. Our Collector Car Registration Document service assists you with this process.
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