TITLE FEE $ CHANGE: To process a title at Kootenai County DMV, the cost is $24.00 beginning Jan 1, 2026
Appointments -
Same day Appointments available (no wait): Time slots open up each morning for that day.
Walk-in line (may have a wait time): opens at 7:15am and runs all day until full (first come first serve).
Future appointments (no wait): You can still make an appointment for a later date.
Please Note: No Title or Registration Transactions for Vehicles newly purchased from an Out of State Dealerafter 3:45pm daily (Due to the time it takes to process this type of transactions with our closing at 4pm)
IDAHO DEALERS: You are welcome to email our Dealer Desk with any questions:
The Assessor acts as a vendor for the Idaho Transportation Department and provides two convenient locations for Kootenai County residents to handle registrations. These local auto license offices tend to be very busy around the beginning and end of each month. More information on vehicle registration, fees and requirements can be found online here.
How Are We Doing?
“The Qless system is very useful. Great job implementing this system!”
– Aaron G.
“Christy was very friendly, courteous, and helpful with my title issue. Lovely rep! J Wonderful to work with to resolve my multiple issues.”
– Lauren
“Jenette was so nice, it was a very fast process.”
- Laura B.
“Christy was extraordinarily helpful, polite, very accommodating to our needs. Very good person to deal with.”
- Frank A.
“Getting everything together was hard, but Brandy was very helpful and patient with us.”
– Larissa S.
“Chrissy was an amazingly helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly employee. She is an asset to your team and deserves a raise.”
– Linda R.
“Beth was very thorough and knowledgeable. Extremely courteous and helpful.”
– Jeff O.
“Leanna is doing awesome. Is very courteous and concerned for my needs.”