RV Registration

Montana RV & Camper
Registration 2026

Everything you need to register a motorhome, travel trailer, fifth wheel, or camper in Montana - fees by vehicle type, title requirements, inspection rules, and official DMV links. Montana is the most popular domicile state for full-time RVers. No sales tax, no vehicle inspections, low registration fees, and a permanent registration option for older RVs make Montana uniquely attractive. Mail forwarding services in Billings and other cities cater to full-timers.

Annual (or permanent) Registration Title Required 700 RV Parks

2026 RV Registration Quick Facts Verified 2026

Motorhome Fee

$218

Age-based declining fee; RVs 11+ years old qualify for permanent registration (one-time fee)

Travel Trailer

$62

base registration fee

Title Required?

Yes

For all RVs and trailers

Inspection?

Not Required

No emissions test

Registration Fees

Montana RV Registration Fees by Type

Montana charges registration fees based on Age-based declining fee; RVs 11+ years old qualify for permanent registration (one-time fee). Registration period: Annual (or permanent).

Class A/B/C Motorhome

$218+

Self-propelled motorhome (any class). Fee is the base rate - heavier or newer RVs may pay more.

Travel Trailer

$62+

Bumper-pull travel trailers. Towed behind a pickup or SUV. No motor.

Fifth Wheel

$62+

Fifth wheel trailers towed by a pickup with a hitch in the bed.

Popup / Folding Camper

$30+

Fold-down popup campers and tent trailers.

Requirements

Montana RV Titling & Inspection Requirements

Requirement	Details
Title Required	Yes - required for motorhomes and most trailers
Safety Inspection	Not Required
Emissions Test	Not Required
Insurance Required	Yes - 25000
LPG Inspection	Not Required

Size Limits

Montana RV Size & Weight Limits

Length Restrictions

Maximum 45 ft single vehicle, 75 ft combination.

RV Camping

Montana RV Parks & Campgrounds

Montana has approximately 700 registered RV parks and campgrounds, making it a popular RV destination states.

Important Notes

Montana-Specific RV Rules

Montana's permanent registration option for RVs 11+ years old is extremely popular with full-timers — pay once, never renew. No Montana sales tax saves thousands on new RV purchases. Montana is the #1 full-timer domicile state.

Data last verified: January 1, 2025

Source: Montana Motor Vehicle Division (dojmt.gov). Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and requirements directly with the state DMV before registering.

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