🚗 IMPORTANT MOTOR VEHICLE REGISTRATION UPDATE 🚗
The Wichita Tax Commission would like to inform Tribal Members of important changes to motor vehicle registration and titling that will take effect July 1, 2026.
On May 27, 2026, the Wichita Executive Committee approved revisions to Chapter Five of the Wichita General Revenue and Taxation Act through Resolution WT-26-041. These updates include changes to registration fees, title fees, excise taxes, insurance requirements, plate classifications, discounts, and registration requirements for eligible Wichita Tribal Members.
Effective July 1, 2026:
✅ All new vehicle registrations and renewals processed on or after July 1 will follow the revised Chapter Five fee schedule.
🚘Plate Types Available:
• Passenger Vehicle
• Handicap Plate
• Commercial Vehicle Plate
• Farm Truck
• Manufactured Home / RV
• Small Motorized Vehicles (ATVs, Boats, Trailers & More)
• Veteran Plate
• Active-Duty Military Plate
💰Fee Changes Include:
• Registration & Renewal Fees
• Penalties
• Convenience Fees
• Mail Fees
• Duplicate Title Fees
• Replacement Tag & Decal Fees
• Lien Entry Fees
• Personalized Tag Fees
📈 Excise Tax Update:
• Excise tax has increased from 1.25% to 3.75% of the actual sale price.
• For vehicles purchased for less than $1,000, the minimum excise tax will be $100.00.
⚠️ Reminder: Failure to register or renew a vehicle as required under Chapter Five may result in penalties beginning at $1.00 per day.
📞 Questions? Contact the Wichita Tax Commission Tag Office
Phone: 405-247-2425 Ext. 168
Direct Line: 405-247-8668
Email: tags@wichitatribe.com
We appreciate the opportunity to serve our Tribal Members and encourage everyone to review these changes before their next registration or renewal.
