Motor vehicle duty
You pay duty when registering or transferring a vehicle.
- Understanding motor vehicle duty
- Motor vehicle duty calculator
- Exemptions and concessions
- Apply for an exemption, concession or refund from motor vehicle duty
- Licensed motor car traders
- Drive-away deals 2025-26
- Pay motor vehicle duty
- Apply for a licensed motor car trader (LMCT) duty refund
- Lodge a change of use
- Motor vehicle duty objections
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.
Last modified: 7 November 2025
News and updates
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1 July 2025
Changes taking effect on 1 July 2025
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24 June 2025
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20 November 2024
State Revenue Office 2023–24 Annual Review is now available
