Motor Vehicle

The Motor Vehicle Division assist citizens with titling and registering motor vehicle equipment as mandated by law. The Motor Vehicle Division collects applicable ad valorem taxes, issues metal plates/decals, and registrations to automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, tractor trailers, etc.

Renewing Your Tag

How to Renew Your Tag:

1. Online Renewal: Use our easy-to-use online system to renew your tags. All you need is your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and your License Plate Number – RENEW HERE.
2. Via Kiosk:at all participating Publix/Kroger locations around Georgia – please visit our local locations at the following:
   • Bradley Park Square Publix
     1639 Bradley Park Dr. Ste 600, Columbus, GA 31904
   • Cross Country Plaza
     3201 Macon Rd. Ste. 201, Columbus, GA 31906
   • Midland Commons
     6901 Ray Wright Way, Columbus, GA 31909
3. In-Person Renewal: Visit any Georgia County Tax Commissioner office
4. By Mail: Send your renewal application along with payment to PO Box 1441, Columbus, GA 31902 or certified to 3111 Citizens Way, Columbus, GA 31906 ATTN: Tax Commissioners Office.

Required Information for Renewal:

• VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
• License Plate Number
• Proof of Insurance
• Payment Information (credit card or check)

Vehicle Tag Renewals

New residents must register their vehicles within thirty days of establishing residency in Georgia. A Georgia Driver’s License must be obtained before registering your vehicle. Driver’s license MUST show proof of county residency.

Georgia liability insurance is required to be transmitted to the state’s data base by your insurance company in order to register your vehicle. The vehicle must be covered by liability insurance at all times or a lapse in coverage penalty will apply. If you cancel the insurance, you must also cancel the registration. Coverage can be verified through the State portal.

Tags expire on the birthday of the first owner shown. You should receive a bill 30 days prior to renewal. Penalties apply after the birthday deadline. Failure to receive a bill in the mail does not relieve the penalty. If you do not receive a bill, call the Tag Office with your tag number and one will be mailed to you. This must be done in time to insure registration by your birthday.

It is the vehicle owner’s responsibility to insure their vehicle is properly registered.

The penalty for late registration is 10% of the tax ($5.00 minimum) and 25% of the tag fee. These penalties begin immediately following the due date.