Motor Vehicle Use Tax | City of New York

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Businesses and individuals must pay a vehicle use tax when they register a passenger vehicle in New York State.

The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) collects this use tax for the City. Non-profit organizations, such as religious, charitable, or educational organizations do not need to pay the tax. Non-profits must apply for an exemption through the DMV.

Depending on weight, pick-up trucks may register as either commercial or personal vehicles. See the Information for Owners of Pick-up Trucks page for more information.

Additional resources

DMV: Commercial vehicle registration, use tax and supplemental fees

DMV: Passenger vehicle registration, use tax and supplemental fees

DMV Locations

NYS Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)

Address
6 Empire State Plaza

Albany NY 12220

Website http://www.dmv.ny.gov/

Phone (212) 645-5550

To find the nearest DMV location, please visit the DMV's website or call the number above.