How to Renew Motor Vehicle Registration in Kansas?
Vehicle registration renewal is required for all Kansas residents to maintain legal driving privileges. The Kansas Department of Revenue oversees the state's vehicle registration system, while the state's 105 county treasurers handle registration services and fee collection throughout Kansas.
Kansas Vehicle Registration Renewal Requirements
Essential Documentation and Requirements
Kansas vehicle owners must satisfy the following requirements when renewing their registration:
- Current Vehicle Registration: Valid Kansas vehicle registration or renewal notice containing Personal Identification Number (PIN)
- Proof of Insurance: Current Kansas liability insurance documentation meeting state minimum requirements
- Property Tax Payment: Annual vehicle property tax must be paid at time of registration renewal
- Valid Payment Method: Credit card, debit card, electronic check (eCheck), cash, personal check, or money order
- County Residency: Vehicle must be registered in county of owner's legal residence
- Updated Vehicle Information: Any changes to vehicle or ownership details must be corrected prior to renewal
Renewal Timeline and Grace Period
- Last Name-Based Expiration: Kansas vehicle registrations expire based on the first letter of the registered owner's last name
- Annual Renewal Requirement: All motor vehicle registrations must be renewed annually with license plates displaying current year decal as required by Kansas law
- No Grace Period: Kansas provides no grace period for expired registrations; penalties apply immediately after expiration date
- New Vehicle Registration: Kansas residents must register newly acquired vehicles within 60 days from purchase date, title assignment date, or establishment of residency
- New Resident Requirements: New Kansas residents must register all owned vehicles within 60 days after establishing residency
Kansas Registration Renewal Schedule
Kansas operates on a surname-based renewal system where vehicle registrations expire according to the first letter of the registered owner's last name. The renewal schedule established by the Kansas County Treasurers Association is as follows:
| First Letter of Last Name | Renewal Period Begin | Expiration Date |
|---|---|---|
| A | January 15 | February 28/29 |
| B | February 15 | March 31 |
| C (including CD) | March 15 | April 30 |
| E (including EFG) | April 15 | May 31 |
| H (including HI) | May 15 | June 30 |
| J (including JKL) | June 15 | July 31 |
| M (including MNO) | July 15 | August 31 |
| R (including PQR) | August 15 | September 30 |
| S | September 15 | October 31 |
| V (including TVW) | October 15 | November 30 |
| X (including UXYZ) | November 15 | December 31 |
Special Vehicle Categories:
- Heavy Trucks: Vehicles exceeding 12,000 pounds expire December 31st with renewal deadline of February 28th/29th
- Trailers: Commercial trailers expire December 31st with renewal deadline of February 28th/29th
- Corporate Vehicles: Business-owned vehicles follow the same schedule based on company name's first letter
Note: Tags expire at midnight on the specified expiration date with no grace period provided under Kansas law.
How Much Is Car Registration Renewal in Kansas in 2025
2025 Kansas Vehicle Registration Fee Schedule
Kansas vehicle registration fees](https://www.gearycounty.org/311/Calculate-Auto-Registration-Fees-and-Pro) consist of multiple components including base registration fees, property taxes, and various service fees. For example, the calculation in Geary County and Wyandotte County.
| Vehicle Type | Base Registration Fee | Additional Components |
|---|---|---|
| Automobile (4,501 lbs or more) | $52.25 | Property tax + service fees |
| Light automobile (4,500 lbs or less) | $42.25 | Property tax + service fees |
| Truck | $52.25 | Property tax + service fees |
| Motorcycle | $28.25 | Property tax + service fees |
| Motorized bicycle | $20.00 | Property tax + service fees |
Mandatory Service Fees
All Kansas vehicle registrations include the following mandatory service fees:
| Fee Component | Amount | Description |
|---|---|---|
| DMV Modernization Project fee | $4.00 | State technology improvement fee |
| County Service fee | $5.00 | County administrative processing fee |
| Law Enforcement fee | $3.25 | Public safety funding fee |
| Facility fee | $1.50 | County office facility maintenance (in-person transactions only) |
Vehicle Property Tax
Kansas requires annual vehicle property tax payment at time of registration renewal:
| Property Tax Component | Calculation Method | Payment Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| State vehicle property tax | Based on vehicle age, make, model, and original value | Due annually with registration renewal |
| Local property tax | Varies by county and municipality | Assessed and collected with state property tax |
| Property tax calculation | Determined by Kansas Personal Property Valuation Guide | Use Kansas Vehicle Property Tax Calculator for estimates |
Title and Transfer Fees
| Service Type | Fee Amount | When Required |
|---|---|---|
| Title fee | $10.00 | New titles and title transfers |
| Lien notation fee | $3.00 | When security interest exists |
| Duplicate title fee | $10.00 | Replacement of lost or damaged titles |
| VIN inspection fee | Varies by station | Out-of-state vehicles requiring inspection |
How To Renew Vehicle Registration Online in Kansas
Online Renewal Availability
Online registration renewal is available statewide through the official iKan portal, Kansas's official digital services platform. The system operates 24/7 and provides immediate confirmation of renewal transactions for eligible vehicles.
Kansas Online Renewal System
The official iKan platform serves all Kansas counties and provides comprehensive renewal services including vehicle registration renewal, driver's license renewal, and vital records services through a unified digital interface.
Online Renewal Process
Step 1: Verify Eligibility
Confirm online renewal eligibility by ensuring:
- Vehicle is currently registered in Kansas
- You possess a Kansas Motor Vehicle registration renewal notice containing Personal Identification Number (PIN)
- Vehicle registration information is current and accurate in state records
- No holds or restrictions exist on the vehicle registration
- Property taxes are current and payable through the online system
Step 2: Gather Required Information
Collect the following documentation and information:
- Kansas vehicle registration renewal notice with PIN
- Current proof of Kansas liability insurance meeting state minimum requirements
- Valid payment method (credit card, debit card, or electronic check)
- Vehicle information for verification (make, model, year, VIN)
- Property tax information as displayed in renewal calculation
Step 3: Complete Application
Access the iKan online renewal portal:
- Visit iKan.ks.gov and create user account or log in to existing account
- Select "Renew a Vehicle" under Vehicle Services section
- Choose search method: PIN from renewal notice or license plate number
- Enter required vehicle identification information
- Verify displayed vehicle and owner information for accuracy
- Review calculated fees including registration, property tax, and service fees
- Provide current proof of insurance information
- Select payment method and complete electronic payment transaction
Step 4: Receive Confirmation
Upon successful completion:
- Save confirmation number for your records
- Print confirmation receipt for immediate proof of renewal
- Allow 5-7 business days to receive new registration receipt and current year decal by mail
- Registration renewal effective immediately upon successful payment processing
- Contact county treasurer's office if renewal materials are not received within expected timeframe
Alternative Renewal Methods
In-Person County Treasurer Renewal
Visit your county of residence treasurer's office:
- Locate county treasurer's office using the Kansas County Directory
- Bring current registration renewal notice or previous registration
- Present current proof of Kansas liability insurance
- Provide payment for all applicable fees including property tax
- Receive immediate registration renewal and current year decal
- Additional $1.50 facility fee applies to in-person transactions
Mail-In Renewal
Submit renewal by mail to county treasurer's office:
- Complete renewal notice if received by mail
- Include current proof of insurance documentation
- Provide payment via check, cashier's check, or money order payable to county treasurer
- Mail to county treasurer's office before expiration deadline
- Allow adequate processing time for postal delivery and county processing
- Registration and decal will be mailed upon processing
Print Renewal Notice Service
If renewal notice is lost or not received:
- Visit Kansas Department of Revenue Print Renewals
- Enter license plate number and plate type to retrieve vehicle information
- Print renewal notice containing PIN for online renewal
- Use printed notice for online, mail-in, or in-person renewal
- Service retrieves all vehicles registered to the same owner
Contact Information
Kansas Department of Revenue
Division of Vehicles
Titles and Registrations
P.O. Box 2505
Topeka, KS 66601-2505
Phone: (785) 296-3621 (select option 2, then option 1)
Website: Kansas Department of Revenue
Kansas Department of Revenue Customer Service
Phone: (785) 368-8222
Services: General inquiries, tax assistance, registration questions
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
County Treasurer Services
Individual county treasurer offices handle all registration renewal transactions
Services: In-person renewal, mail-in processing, property tax collection
Website: Kansas County Treasurers Association
