Arkansas DFA Waives Vehicle Registration Late Fees, Extends Hours at Mountain Home Office

State agency takes steps to assist residents affected by recent winter weather closures.

Published on Jan. 31, 2026

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The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) is waiving late fees for vehicle registrations that expired this week due to state office closures caused by recent winter weather. DFA is also extending hours at several revenue offices, including the Mountain Home location, to handle increased demand and clear a backlog of online transactions.

Why it matters

The waivers and extended hours will help ensure Arkansans do not face penalties for registration expirations that occurred during the storm-related shutdowns, and will provide more convenient access to in-person services as offices reopen.

The details

DFA said the late fee waiver applies to any eligible vehicle registration renewed by next Friday. To handle increased demand, the department is extending hours at several revenue offices, including Mountain Home, which will remain open until 6 PM on extended service days next week. DFA employees will also work through the weekend to clear a backlog of online transactions submitted during the closures.

  • Vehicle registrations that expired this week during state office closures.
  • Late fee waiver applies to registrations renewed by next Friday.

The players

Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration (DFA)

The state agency responsible for vehicle registration and other revenue services in Arkansas.

Jim Hudson

DFA Secretary who announced the measures to assist residents affected by the winter weather closures.

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What they’re saying

“The waivers and extended hours will help ensure Arkansans do not face penalties for registration expirations that occurred during the storm-related shutdowns, and will provide more convenient access to in-person services as offices reopen.”

— Jim Hudson, DFA Secretary (ktlo.com)

What’s next

DFA will continue to monitor the situation and may take additional steps to assist residents if needed.

The takeaway

DFA's proactive measures to waive late fees and extend office hours demonstrate the agency's commitment to supporting Arkansas residents affected by the recent winter weather disruptions.