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1. How much will it cost to register my vehicle?

- Title Fees: $10
- Transfer Fees: $10.50
- Registration - Autos less than 4,500 pounds: $42.25
- Autos over 4,500 pounds: $52.25
- Trucks 12,000 pounds: $52.25
- Motorcycles: $28.25
- Motorbikes: $20
- Trailers:

- 2,001 to 8000 pounds: $47.25
- 8001 to 12,000 pounds: $57.25
- 12,001 pounds and over: $67.25

2. Do I have to register my trailer?

If the weight of the trailer and the load combined is less than 2,000 pounds, registration is optional. If a farm trailer hauling the farmer's own product has a load of less than 6,000 pounds, registration is optional. Our office recommends tagging and titling upon initial purchase for proof of ownership. For fees on trucks with gross weight of over 16,000 pounds, call the County Treasurer's office at 785-743-2001.

3. When is my property tax paid?

Property tax is paid at the time of registration/title application and is determined in the County Treasurer's office. The exceptions are heavy trucks, trailers, and mopeds, whose taxes are determined by the County Appraiser's office.

4. How much is the reflectorized plate?

The reflectorized plate fee is $0.50.

5. Where do I pay sales tax if I purchased from an individual or out of state?

Sales tax will be collected in the office if the vehicle is bought from an individual, purchased out of state, or the sales tax paid to a dealer was less than the Trego County sales tax rate of 8%, or the city sales tax rate of 9%. There is a $0.50 collection fee.

6. What does it cost to transfer a tag?

The fee to title and transfer a tag is $20.50 plus the difference in the property tax.
Lienholder fee is $1.50.

7. How can I pay for my tags?

Acceptable forms of payment are cash, check, credit or debit card, money order, and cashier's check. There is a 2.5% convenience fee if using a debit or credit card.

8. Do my tags expire on the first day or the last day of the month?

Auto, truck, and motorcycle tags expire on the last day of each month, with the exception of heavy trucks (over 12,000 pounds) and trailers, which expire December 31 with a grace period until the last day of February. Renewal Chart

9. What papers will I need to title a newly-purchased vehicle?

You will need the title or MSO (if it's a new vehicle), signed over to you, the sales tax receipt or bill of sale, the vehicle's current mileage, and your proof of insurance. This must be done within 60 days of purchase. When transferring a tag between two vehicles, you need the current registration or tag number of the old vehicle.

10. How can I renew my tags if I didn't get a renewal notice in the mail?

Take your registration or tag number and insurance card to the Trego County Treasurer’s office, and they will be able to process your renewal.

11. I'm moving to Kansas from another state; how do I register my vehicle?

If you have a title, you need to bring in the title, the vehicle inspection, and proof of insurance. The person who is named on the title is the only person who can register the vehicle. If two names appear on the title with "and/or" between the names, only one person has to come in. If two names are on the title with "and" between them, both persons must come in.

All vehicles coming from out of state must have a VIN inspection which costs $20. If you do not have the title because the lienholder of that state keeps it until the vehicle is paid for, have the lienholder fax a copy of the front and back of the title to the Trego County Treasurer's office at 785-743-2786. You will then need to come to the Trego County Treasurer's office with your out-of-state registration and your Kansas insurance card(s). We will then do a one-time courtesy registration. We will write to your lienholder and request the out-of-state title be sent to our office.

12. Where can I get my vehicle inspected and during what hours?

For VIN inspections, contact the Sheriff's office at 785-743-5721, or the Kansas Highway Patrol at 785-625-3753.

13. Why aren't my tags good for a full year?

Tag renewals are good for a full year. Tags for vehicles bought new within the year will be good for the period between the purchase date and the expiration date; in some cases this will be for just a partial year. Tags are prorated from the month the title is dated until the month your tag comes due, which is determined by your last name.

14. Do I have to register my vehicle if I am going to sell it?

Yes. You first have to acquire a title in your name before it can be sold to another individual or business.

15. I own businesses in several counties in Kansas. Where do I register my vehicle?

Business vehicles should be registered in the business name in the county where the business is located. Personal vehicles should be registered in the county where the person resides.

16. Can I get an extension on my 60 day permit?

No, there are no extensions.

17. My tag was stolen. What do I do?

You will need to report the plate stolen to the Trego County Sheriff. Bring the tag number, current insurance card, and police report, and we will replace the tag for a fee.

18. How do I get a personalized tag?

The price for personalized tags is $45.50 every 5 years, in addition to other fees and personal property taxes. You will also need to fill out a Personalized Tag form.

19. Do I have to get a Kansas driver's license if I have Kansas plates?

Yes. Please contact the Hays Drivers' License office at 785-625-6917 to get information on getting a Kansas driver's license.

20. What will happen if I have delinquent taxes?

If you have delinquent personal property taxes in any county in Kansas, they must be paid before vehicles can be tagged.

21. Where can I get a power of attorney/lienholder consent/bill of sale, etc.?

These tag forms and many others are available on the Kansas County Treasurer’s website.

22. Can I get a refund if I move out of Kansas?

Yes. Send the tag, Kansas owner's registration, copy of new state's driver's license and vehicle registration and a completed refund form.

23. How can I get a refund if I sell my car and what forms will I need?

Bring in your tag and current owner’s registration.

24. What do I need to know about transferring a tag from one vehicle to another?

The fee to title and transfer is $20.50 plus the difference in the property tax plus sales tax, if applicable. The names on the two titles must be the same. If the old tag is expired, it can only be transferred if it is a personalized tag. If this is your renewal month, your fees will be the same as a new tag minus the $0.50 plate fee. The old vehicle must be sold or traded in, even if it is not running. As long as the title is still in your name, the plate must stay with it.

25. My doctor says I'm permanently disabled. Why do I have to re-certify for disabled privileges.

Law requires recertification every 5 years for verification of status of the disabled individual.