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Scott County Clerk Clerk Rebecca M. Johnson

Moving Into Kentucky

Bringing your vehicle into Kentucky

Bringing Your Vehicle to Kentucky

Need more info? Visit drive.ky.gov

Visit drive.ky.gov

Location:

  • Visit us at our Main Office or Branch Office

Documents Required:

  • Original out-of-state title
  • Proof of Kentucky insurance
  • Kentucky Application for Certificate of Title/VTR (TC96-182)
  • Sheriff’s VIN inspection
  • Photo ID & Social Security number
  • Proof of prior state sales tax paid (if applicable)

Important Notes:

  • Must title and register within 15 days of moving into Kentucky.
  • Kentucky allows credit for usage tax paid to another state up to 6%.

Fees:

  • $9 title fee
  • 6% road usage tax (credit given for prior state tax if applicable)
  • $21 registration/plate fee (base amount; fees may vary for specialized plates and vehicles over 10,000 lbs)
  • $22 lien filing fee, if applicable
  • $15 Sheriff inspection fee

Your Point of Contact

Motor Vehicles Supervisor: Betty Tate