How Much Is a 2 Year Vehicle Registration in Alberta
The cost of a 2-year vehicle registration in Alberta varies depending on the type of vehicle you own. The Government of Alberta allows passenger vehicles, motorcycles, and off-highway vehicles to be registered for a minimum of 1 year to a maximum of 2 years, providing vehicle owners with convenient multi-year registration options.
Standard Passenger Vehicle Registration Costs
For standard passenger vehicles in Alberta, including cars, light trucks, and SUVs, the 2-year registration cost includes:
• Government Fee: $160.00 (calculated as $80.00 × 2 years)
• Motor Vehicle Accident Claims Fund Fee: $12.00 (included in government fee - $6.00 per year)
• Maximum Registry Service Charge: $26.00 (calculated as $13.00 × 2 years)
• Total Cost: Up to $186.00 before applicable taxes
The Motor Vehicle Accident Claims Fund fee is mandated under the Motor Vehicle Accident Claims Regulation, Alta Reg 189/1998, which establishes that "the fee payable by an owner of a motor vehicle under section 2 of the Act is $6 for each motor vehicle."
Motorcycle and Off-Highway Vehicle Registration
Motorcycles and off-highway vehicles have reduced registration costs for 2-year terms:
• Government Fee: $90.00 (calculated as $45.00 × 2 years)
• Motor Vehicle Accident Claims Fund Fee: $12.00 (included in government fee)
• Maximum Registry Service Charge: $18.00 (calculated as $9.00 × 2 years)
• Total Cost: Up to $108.00 before applicable taxes
Where to Register for 2 Years
Two-year vehicle registrations cannot be completed online through Alberta's eServices portal. The online renewal system only processes one-year registration renewals.
To obtain a 2-year registration, vehicle owners must visit an authorized registry agent in person with the following documents:
• Valid Alberta driver's licence
• Current vehicle registration certificate
• Proof of valid insurance (pink card)
• Payment method (cash, debit, or credit card)
Payment Methods and Processing
Registry agents accept various payment methods for 2-year vehicle registrations:
• Cash payments
• Debit cards
• Major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express)
• Certified cheques or money orders
Processing is completed immediately in-person, with new registration certificates issued on-site. Digital registration certificates are available for download through verified Alberta.ca accounts for online renewals, though 2-year terms require in-person processing.
The complete fee structure and regulatory requirements are detailed in the official Registry Agent Product Catalogue, updated June 30, 2024, which serves as the authoritative source for all vehicle registration fees and requirements in Alberta.