Pennsylvania requires all pick-up campers, RVs, tent trailers, and motorhomes to be registered through the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). The process is similar to registering a car except that the fees are based on the size of your vehicle and you're given the option of registering on a seasonal basis.

If you own a van that you want to register as a motorhome, the state requires that its interior be fitted with a permanent bed, kitchen facilities, and/or a desk. And when registering you must also submit a Certificate of Compliance (Form MV-2); you can grab one at a Driver License Center.

Top Full-Time Registration

• Complete a Request for Registration. If you are renewing, this will be mailed to you.

• Include your insurance information on the form. Your application will be immediately rejected if your insurance information is absent.

• Be sure to also ink in your vehicle's odometer reading.

• Write a check or money order for the proper fee (see below).

Top Seasonal Registration

• Complete an Application for Seasonal Vehicle Registration.

• Be sure to include the month you want your seasonal registration to expire.

• Include a check (made out to "Commonwealth of Pennsylvania") or money order for the proper fee (see below).

Mail to or drop off at:

• Bureau of Motor Vehicles

• 1101 South Front St.

• Harrisburg, PA 17104-2516

Top Full-Time Registration Fees

• Passenger vehicle or camper van: $36

• Motorhome (less than 5,000 pounds): $45

• Motorhome (8,001-11,000 pounds): $63

• Motorhome (more than 11,000 pounds): $81

Top Seasonal Registration per Month

• Passenger vehicle or camper van: $3

• Motorhome (less than 5,000 pounds): $3.75

• Motorhome (8,001-11,000 pounds): $5.25

• Motorhome (more than 11,000 pounds): $6.75

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