Fillable INITIAL REGISTRATION FEE EXEMPTION AFFIDAVIT 2026

The document is an affidavit form from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles that allows individuals to claim an exemption from the $225 Initial Registration Fee for motor vehicles. It outlines various qualifying reasons for exemption, particularly for members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families, as well as specific circumstances such as court orders or transfers within immediate family. The form must be completed and submitted to a local tax collector or license plate agency.

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Begin by entering the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Year, Make, Body type, Previous State, and Title Number in the designated fields.
Select the appropriate exemption reason from the provided options. Ensure you refer to section A for qualifying military exemptions and attach any required documentation as specified.
Complete the declaration statement by signing and printing your name in the designated areas. Don’t forget to include the date of signing.
Review all entered information for accuracy before submitting. Once confirmed, save your document and submit it to your local tax collector office or license plate agency.

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What is the initial registration fee exemption for military members in Florida?

Initial registration fee ($225) exemption Military members may be eligible to save $225 when registering their vehicle for the first time in Florida.

What is the initial registration fee exemption in Florida?

An exemption is claimed for the $100.00 Initial Registration Fee by members of the U.S. Armed Forces, their spouse, or dependent child. The U.S. Armed Forces member is not a resident or not assigned by military order to the state of Florida.

How much is the initial fee for a first time Florida license?

Drivers License/ID Cards The fee for an initial Florida Class E license (including learners permit) is $48.00, a commercial driver license (Class A) license is $75.00 and endorsements are $7.00 each. The fee for an ID Card is $25.00. Most local Tax Collector offices also charge a $6.25 service fee.

What is the $225 registration fee in Florida?

In Florida, the first time a motor vehicle is registered a $225 initial registration fee may be imposed. This fee applies to private automobiles, motor homes and trucks weighing less than 5,000 pounds. There are exemptions to this fee, please contact our office for additional information.

Do veterans get a discount on vehicle registration in Florida?

Active duty military, honorably discharged veterans, military spouses or surviving spouses may be eligible for a waiver of the initial or renewal registration fee. ]. The waiver request and required supporting documentation must be submitted at the time the applicant submits the registration application.