Motor vehicle duty

You pay duty when registering or transferring a vehicle.

Duty calculator

Understanding motor vehicle duty

When duty applies to vehicles, how it is calculated and who pays.

Motor vehicle duty calculator

Estimate duty when registering or transferring a vehicle.

Exemptions and concessions

Check if your transfer or vehicle type qualifies.

Drive-away deals 2025-26

Duty rates and examples for drive-away vehicle sales.

Licensed motor car traders

Guidance for licensed traders on motor vehicle duty and refunds.

Apply for an exemption, concession or refund from motor vehicle duty

Steps and documents to support your application or refund claim.

Lodge a change of use

Dealers must notify us and pay duty when vehicle use changes.

Pay motor vehicle duty

Options to pay a duty assessment or reassessment notice.

Apply for a licensed motor car trader (LMCT) duty refund

LMCT refund circumstances and steps to request a refund.

Motor vehicle duty objections

Challenge the legal basis for a decision about your assessment.

What is motor vehicle duty?

Motor vehicle duty is collected by VicRoads when an application is made to register or transfer the registration of a vehicle in Victoria. It applies to passenger and non-passenger vehicles, with rates based on the vehicle type and value. Duty collected supports a range of public services.

Understanding motor vehicle duty