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Motor Vehicle Frequently Asked Questions

Is an emissions inspection required on motor vehicles?

What forms of payment does the Tax Collector’s office accept?

I did not receive a renewal notice in the mail. What do I need to do?

My renewal notice does not have a PIN on it, can I still renew online or by telephone? Can I get a PIN?

Why did I get a new plate with my renewal this year?

When will I be charged the late fee on my renewal?

Do I pay the extra fee every year on my specialty plate?

Is the Tax Collector’s office open on Mondays?

I moved to Hillsborough from Pinellas/Pasco/etc. Does it matter that my license plate has Pinellas/Pasco/etc. at the bottom?

I am titling and registering my vehicle in joint ownership, do both owners need to be present to register and title the vehicle?

I just moved to Florida:

When must I obtain my Florida registration and license plate?

What is the cost for titling and registering my vehicle the first time?

What are the insurance requirements in Florida?

Sales Tax:

Do I pay sales tax on a gift?

I just purchased a new/used car in Hillsborough County. How much will my sales tax be?

 

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  1. Is an emissions inspection required on motor vehicles?

  1. No. Motor vehicle emissions testing ended in the State of Florida on June 29, 2000.

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  1. What forms of payment does the Tax Collector’s office accept?

  1. Payment can be made by cash, check, or money order. Checks and money orders should be payable to: Doug Belden, Tax Collector

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  1. I did not receive a renewal notice in the mail. What do I need to do?
  1. If you did not receive a renewal notice and would like to renew by mail, please submit the following items:
    • photocopy of current registration
    • proof of Florida insurance (photocopy of card, photocopy of binder, or insurance affidavit completed by vehicle owner)
    • check or money order for the proper fees* made payable to:

Doug Belden, Tax Collector
P.O. Box 172930
Tampa, FL 33672-2930

 

*For fees: E-mail us at tags@hillstax.org. Please include the registered owner’s name, license plate number and vehicle identification number.

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Call our office at (813) 635-5200. Please have your license plate number and vehicle identification number available.

If you would like to renew in person at one of our branch offices, please bring the following items:

    • current registration
    • proof of Florida insurance (card, binder, or insurance affidavit completed by vehicle owner)
    • cash, check or money order

Every effort is made to ensure a renewal notice is sent to the owner or registrant of all motor vehicles registered in Hillsborough County. Please remember, even though a renewal notice is printed, it may still be lost in the mail.

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  1. My renewal notice does not have a PIN on it, can I still renew online or by telephone? Can I get a PIN?

  1.   A PIN is not required for online renewals; however, you will need the Florida license plate number of the vehicle you are renewing along with the registered owner’s Florida driver’s license or social security number to complete the transaction. 

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  1. Why did I get a new plate with my renewal this year?

  1. Section 320.06(1) (b), Florida Statutes, requires five-year replacement of all license plates. The replacement is necessary because license plates must be fully reflectorized to ensure visibility for law enforcement purposes.

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  1. When will I be charged the late fee on my renewal?

  1. The delinquent registration fee shall be imposed on the 11th day of the month following the renewal month.

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  1. Do I pay the extra fee every year on my specialty plate?

  1. Yes. Each of the specialty license plates requires an annual use fee for the special design plate. The purpose of specialty license plates is to raise funds for a particular cause. The use of a specialty license plate is a voluntary purchase.

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  1. Is the Tax Collector’s office open on Mondays?

  1. Yes. Our offices are open Monday through Friday from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., with the exception of legal holidays. Please note: Our Driver’s License counters are open Monday through Friday from 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.

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  1. I moved to Hillsborough from Pinellas/Pasco/etc. Does it matter that my license plate has Pinellas/Pasco/etc. at the bottom?

  1. The county that appears at the bottom of your license plate indicates the county in which the license plate was issued not the county of residence. You are not required to replace the plate. The cost of a replacement license plate is $43.15.

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  1. I am titling and registering my vehicle in joint ownership, do both owners need to be present to register and title the vehicle?

  1. If you are applying for title in two names, each applicant, or their appointed power of attorney with the original power of attorney form must be present to sign the application for Florida title.

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I just moved to Florida:

  1. When must I obtain my Florida registration and license plate?

  1. In the State of Florida, a motor vehicle is required by law to be registered within ten days of the owner either becoming employed, placing children in public school, or establishing residency.

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  1. What is the cost for titling and registering my vehicle the first time?

  1. The cost is approximately $406.40.

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  1. What are the insurance requirements in Florida?

  1. Florida law requires insurance must be issued by a Florida agent with an insurance company licensed to do business in Florida. The law also requires $10,000 Personal Damage Liability be carried at all times.

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Sales Tax:
  1. Do I pay sales tax on a gift?

  1. Sales tax is not applicable on a gift; however, a bill of sale or an affidavit with the full description of the vehicle (including vehicle identification number, title number, make, model, year, etc) should be completed by both parties to verify this information for the Department of Revenue.

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  1. I just purchased a new/used car in Hillsborough County. How much will my sales tax be?

  1. Florida sales and use tax in the amount of 6% is collected on the purchase price, less trade in, on all vehicle transfers of ownership. In addition, some counties charge a local discretionary sales surtax. Hillsborough County residents currently pay a 1% discretionary sales surtax on the first $5,000 of taxable value.

 

Example: Purchase Price $10,000.00
 
How to calculate Sales Tax:
 
Taxable Value $10,000.00
6% x .06
Total Sales Tax $ 600.00
 
How to calculate Discretionary Tax:
 
Taxable Value $ 5,000.00
1% x .01
Total Discretionary Tax  $ 50.00
 
How to calculate Total Tax:
 
Sales Tax $ 600.00
Discretionary Tax $ + 50.00
TOTAL TAX DUE  $ 650.00

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Motor Vehicle E-Mail: tags@hillstax.org