Motor homes, travel trailers, and campers built since 1986 must be titled in the state of Georgia, but titles for fifth-wheel trailers are not required. All these vehicles need to be registered with the Motor Vehicle Division in order to be driven on public roads.

To register, title, and tag your RV, camper, or motor home, complete a title application and apply at your local tag office.

When applying, you will need to present the following documents along with the application:

• The original title or Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin if the vehicle is new. If you don't have these documents, you will need the registration papers from the previous owner, signed over to you.

• A completed inspection form. The inspection can be performed by a law enforcement official or tag agent before you apply.

• Appropriate fees. The title fee is $18. If you are registering late (over 90 days from the date of purchase), you will need to pay a penalty of $10. Also, if you are registering during the registration period for that vehicle, you will need to pay the ad valorem tax due at this time.

• Valid driver's license or picture ID.

• Proof of insurance. Georgia requires minimum-liability insurance on all motor vehicles.

• Proof of residency. A utility bill, lease, deed, or letter from your employer on letterhead will meet this requirement.

Note: A vehicle emissions test is NOT required for recreational vehicles in the state of Georgia.

Registration Periods

Georgia has three registration periods, depending on your county of residence. Most counties have an open, year-round registration period. If you live in one of these counties, you will renew your vehicle registration in the 30 days prior to your birth date each year, with registration ending at midnight on that day.

If you live in Calhoun, Charlton, Clay, McIntosh, Mitchell, Randoph, Stewart, or Turner county, you can renew your registration any time from January 1-April 30 each year.

Talbot County is the only county with a staggered registration period. You will still need to register from January 1-April 30, but your specific registration time depends on your birthday. If your birthday falls in:

• January, February, or March: Register January 1-31.

• April, May, or June: Register February 1-28 (or February 29 in leap years).

• July, August, or September: Register March 1-31.

• October, November, or December: Register April 1-30.

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