What is the car sales tax in Virginia?

The state base car sales/use tax rate in Virginia is 4.15%. Local (city/county) taxes can add more on top of this rate.

What is the dealer doc fee in Virginia?

A typical dealer documentation (doc) fee in Virginia is about $799.

What are the title and registration fees in Virginia?

The title fee in Virginia is about $15. Registration is about $36.

Dealer fee data

Virginia car sales tax, doc fee, title & registration

State base sales/use tax

4.15%

This is the Virginia state base rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add more on top.

Fees at a glance

State sales/use tax: 4.15%
Dealer doc fee: $799
Title fee: $15
Registration: $36

Dealer doc fee: $799
Title fee: $15
Registration: $36

How fees work in Virginia

4.15% Motor Vehicle Sales & Use Tax (SUT) at titling, min $35 (VA DMV); doc fee uncapped (~$799).

Common questions

What is the car sales tax in Virginia?: The state base car sales/use tax rate in Virginia is 4.15%. Local taxes can add more.
What is the dealer doc fee in Virginia?: A typical dealer documentation fee is about $799.
What are the title and registration fees in Virginia?: The title fee is about $15. Registration is about $36.

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Figures are estimates for the Virginia state base rate and typical fees. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value, weight, or age. Trade-in tax credits and special vehicle regimes are not reflected.