Montana truck registration can save you thousands in sales tax. The licensing part is easy, and Montana has fairly low rates for big rigs. Registration & titling can be tricky, though—especially if you’re not a Montana resident.
Our Montana titling specialists have years of success with out-of-state registration. When you hire us to register your truck in Montana, you get a simple, affordable, and proven method for registering your truck in Montana.
How do I register my Heavy Truck in Montana?
You can register a truck in Montana, even if you’re not a resident! Here’s how it works:
- You hire us and we form your MT LLC. Our LLC vehicle registration service covers everything you’ll need, no upsells or surprise add-ons at checkout.
- You purchase your vehicle under your LLC. The LLC we form for you is a legal resident of Montana, so the LLC can own a vehicle. What you’ll do then is purchase your vehicle and list your new Montana LLC as the owner of the vehicle, NOT your human name.
- Send us the paperwork. From there, you can send us the titling paperwork (or have your dealer send it).
- We register your vehicle in Montana. We’ll register your heavy truck with the MVD.
- We send you your Montana registration documents. Once we receive your plates and registration from the state (typically 8-12 weeks), we will overnight these to you. Please note that the state sends us your title separate from your plates and registration (roughly 40 days later). Once we receive your title, we upload it into your online account and send you the physical copy via USPS Ground Advantage™ within 10 business days (tracking number included).
This is by far the easiest and most affordable way to register your heavy truck in Montana. For a more in-depth look at our proven process, check out our step-by-step instructions for Montana Registration and Title Processing.
How Much Does it Cost to Have You Register My Out-of-State Heavy Truck?
Our LLC vehicle registration service is simply a flat rate of $1,049 total*. That includes the DMV fees, the cost of forming your Montana LLC, and the first year of registered agent service.
We only charge flat rates for our registration service in order to further simplify the process. No elaborate tables and fee structures. Just one price to get everything you’ll need to get purchase a heavy truck under your Montana LLC.
And here’s the kicker: where we are here in Flathead, there’s no county option tax. We also maintain your LLC and renew your plates and registration for a low yearly fee so that you remain compliant with the state of Montana.
* An $800 – $825 luxury tax is charged by the state on vehicles with an original MSRP at or above $150,000 and RVs with an original MSRP at or above $300,000. So if your vehicle is in that price range, we want you to know upfront that you will have a luxury tax. But when you do the math, you’re still saving a ton of money on sales tax.
Why Choose Us?
Our full-service Montana LLC vehicle registration covers everything you’ll need to legally register a bus or heavy truck in Montana and purchase your vehicle sales tax-free in your home state. For just $1,049 total, our service includes:
- Same-day anonymous LLC formation
- Initial DMV registration fees
- A year of registered agent service
- Shipping your license plates*, title, and registration
- A dedicated online account
- A Montana business address
You can sign up now and be on your way to saving thousands on your truck purchase!
* Our service does not currently work for apportioned plates. Please visit the Montana Department of Transportation for more details about the requirements for apportioned plates.
Montana Heavy Truck Registration FAQs
What Does It Cost to Register a Heavy Truck with the Montana DMV?
The cost to register a heavy vehicles in Montana depends primarily on the age of the vehicle and its Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). As outlined under the Montana Code Annotated (§ 61-3-529, MCA), the license rates for heavy trucks in Montana are as follows:
| Age of Vehicle | 16,999 pounds or less | 17,000 – 26,999 pounds | 27,000 – 54,999 pounds | 55,000 pounds or more* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year or less | $117 | $167 | $284 | $375 |
| 2 years | $109 | $150 | $250 | $300 |
| 3 years | $100 | $134 | $220 | $266 |
| 4 years | $92 | $117 | $184 | $242 |
| 5 years | $83 | $109 | $160 | $195 |
| 6 years | $75 | $100 | $134 | $167 |
| 7 years | $66 | $91 | $117 | $147 |
| 8 years | $58 | $83 | $100 | $125 |
| 9 years | $50 | $75 | $92 | $109 |
| 10 years | $41 | $58 | $79 | $92 |
| 11 to 12 years | $33 | $50 | $67 | $76 |
| 13 to 14 years | $28 | $37 | $52 | $61 |
| 15 to 16 years | $25 | $30 | $38 | $47 |
| 17 to 18 years | $18 | $26 | $29 | $36 |
| 19 to 20 years | $13 | $19 | $22 | $26 |
| 21 years or more | $10 | $12 | $16 | $20 |
How do I have you take care of my Montana Heavy Truck registration renewal?
To help ensure that you don’t miss a registration renewal deadline, eligible new vehicles signups are enrolled for Montana vehicle registration renewal! First, we form your LLC, provide you registered agent service, and handle your initial registration. After that, our team of local experts stay on top of your everything to make sure your LLC remains in compliance with the state and your vehicle is renewed on time. The best part? You don’t have to worry about a thing—we handle it all and mail you your new tabs (and plates if necessary) when your renewal process is complete!
This service does not include vehicles with perm plates, and it does not include any type of trailers, motorcycles, side-by-sides, scooters, boats, snow mobiles, and jet skis.
How do I register a vehicle with a Montana LLC if I have a lien?
If you currently have a lien or may have a lien in the future, this process is a little more complicated. In some cases, this process cannot be completed if you have a lien. For more information regarding registration with a lien, please contact us.
Can I register more vehicles under my Montana LLC after signing up?
Yes, you can easily register more vehicles under your Montana LLC. Here’s how:
- Log in to your client portal.
- Select “Vehicle Registrations” from the menu.
- Select “+ Vehicle” at the top right corner of the page.
- Follow the instructions to place your vehicle registration order in just a few minutes!
Registering your first vehicle? If you’re already a client and looking to register a vehicle under an existing LLC we’ve formed for you, you can follow the same steps above to register your first Montana LLC-owned vehicle!
Can I register an imported vehicle under a Montana LLC?
Import vehicles have a very different set of requirements. If you have an imported vehicle that you’re looking to have us register under a Montana LLC, please contact us.
Additional Montana Registration Information Resources
