Trailer Registration
Georgia Trailer
Registration 2026
Everything you need to register a trailer in Georgia - fees, weight-based schedules, inspection requirements, and the official Georgia Department of Revenue — Motor Vehicle Division link. Georgia requires annual trailer registration through county tag offices. Weight-based fees ensure smaller personal-use trailers pay modest rates. Georgia has a large agricultural community with many farm trailers, as well as significant boat trailer registration activity related to the state's numerous lakes and rivers.
1-Year Registration
Weight-Based Fees
2026 Trailer Registration Quick Facts
Verified 2026
Base Fee
$20.00
Trailers under 2,000 lbs: $20 annually; heavier trailers charged by weight class
Reg. Period
1yr
Annual renewal required
Weight-Based?
Yes
Fee increases with GVWR
Inspection Required?
No
No state inspection required
Step-by-Step
How to Register a Trailer in Georgia
All trailers towed on public roads in Georgia must be registered with Georgia Department of Revenue — Motor Vehicle Division. Here is the standard registration process:
1
Gather Required Documents
You will need proof of ownership (Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin for new trailers, or the current title for used trailers), a valid photo ID, and payment. If the trailer was previously registered in another state, bring those documents as well.
2
Determine Your Trailer's GVWR
Georgia uses a weight-based fee schedule - you'll need to know your trailer's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). This is usually listed on a tag on the trailer frame or tongue.
3
Apply and Pay Registration Fees
Submit your application online at Georgia Department of Revenue — Motor Vehicle Division: Register online →. Base fee: $20.00. Trailers under 2,000 lbs: $20 annually; heavier trailers charged by weight class
4
Attach License Plate & Keep Registration
Install your trailer's license plate in the designated bracket and ensure the plate light functions properly. Keep your registration certificate accessible when towing. Your trailer must also have proper functioning brake lights, turn signals, running lights, and safety chains.
Requirements
Georgia Trailer Requirements
All trailers must be registered through the county tag office. License plates required on the rear of the trailer.
Source: Georgia Department of Revenue — Motor Vehicle Division (mvd.dor.ga.gov).
Requirements verified 2026. Always confirm current fees and rules directly with the agency before registering.