RV Registration Made Simple

Yes. Any RV owner can register their vehicle with our services, regardless of their state of residence.

For eligible customers, your RV goes on the road in Montana under an LLC that we create with you. With a company vehicle, you get the freedom to drive in all 50 states.

If your RV is still financed or has a salvage record, South Dakota is the route we use instead.

What if I have multiple RVs, trailers or other vehicles?

You can register multiple vehicles under the same LLC, simplifying your records and saving you time and money.

No. A Montana LLC used exclusively for vehicle registration is considered an "asset-holding" LLC.

No income = no taxes

If your LLC doesn't generate income, there's no need to file state or federal tax returns. The IRS doesn't require filings for entities with no financial activity.

Is there an annual LLC maintenance fee?

The only recurring fee is an annual report to keep your LLC active, and it covers all vehicles under the LLC, not just one.

Yes. The vehicle is properly registered in the state where its owner, the Montana LLC, resides.

Transfer rule exemptions

• Many states have laws requiring out-of-state plates to be transferred within 30 days, but these rules don't apply to Montana LLCs. Your RV's legal "home" is in Montana, even if you live elsewhere.
• Remember that your LLC owns the vehicle, and can permit anyone to operate it regardless of where their driver's license is issued.

Law enforcement

Law enforcement officers cannot stop or fine your LLC simply for having Montana plates unless there's a clear traffic violation.

Montana is the preferred choice for RV and trailer registration.

Quickest processing times

Get your paperwork and registration shipped in as little as 3 days.

Vehicle ownership privacy

Your Montana LLC will be the owner of your RV, and the vehicle registration will reflect this, keeping your personal information off of the registration.

Save time and money

• Montana has no state sales tax.
• Permanent plates and registrations are available for eligible customers. Never renew your registration again.
• No in-state inspections are required.
• We prepare all of the paperwork required for most registrations.

When we use South Dakota instead

South Dakota is used when a vehicle is ineligible for Montana, such as when it is financed or has a salvage record.

• Low taxes and fees. South Dakota has a low tax rate of only 4%.
• Minimal paperwork. We prefill everything we need from you. You simply sign and upload or mail what we request.
• South Dakota is a "nomadic" state. South Dakota welcomes out-of-state customers. They understand that when you have the heart of an adventurer, you may not call any one place "home", and they allow you to register your vehicle in your name.
• Planning to stay in one place for an extended period? We recommend you check your local laws and ordinances to decide whether South Dakota registration makes sense for you.

Montana LLC registration is entirely above board, but there are occasional misconceptions.

State crackdowns? Rare.

Some states like California or Georgia have tried to discourage out-of-state plates, but none have successfully targeted Montana LLC registrations. Dirt Legal keeps your filing compliant with Montana law, so you can feel confident on the road.

We're more than a paperwork service. We're your guide through RV and trailer registration, and our team handles every detail so your paperwork comes back accurate, compliant, and painless.

Click here to get started with Dirt Legal and join thousands of vehicle owners saving money and avoiding headaches.

No. We are a private, third-party service and are not affiliated with any government agency. We prepare and submit the paperwork so you do not have to.