When you buy and register a new vehicle, you will have to pay taxes and fees that make up its total upfront costs.
Understanding Vehicle Taxes and Fees |
Buying a new vehicle comes with taxes and fees which make up your total upfront vehicle costs. They include:
There are different taxes and fees for registering each of the following vehicle types:
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Understanding vehicle taxes and fees
When you register a new vehicle, you will have to pay upfront vehicle costs. Apart from the Open Market Value (OMV), which is assessed by the Singapore Customs based on the cost, insurance and freight costs of the vehicle, the costs include taxes and fees such as:
- Registration Fee (RF)
- Additional Registration Fee (ARF)
- Quota Premium for a Certificate of Entitlement (COE)
- Road Tax
- Excise Duty
Check the tax structure for registering your chosen vehicle type
Choose your vehicle type
ResetTax structure for registering a Car
Registration Fee (RF) |
$220 |
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Additional Registration Fee (ARF) |
Vehicle Open Market Value (OMV) |
ARF rate (% of OMV to pay) |
First $20,000 |
100% |
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Next $30,000 |
140% |
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Above $50,000 |
180% |
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Certificate of Entitlement (COE) Category |
A, B or E |
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Excise Duty |
20% of OMV |
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Lifespan |
None (except 10 years for Tuition Cars) |
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Used Car Surcharge |
$10,000 |
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Road Tax |
Your road tax is calculated based on the engine capacity of your car: |
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Engine Capacity (EC) in cc |
6-Monthly Road Tax |
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EC ≤ 600 |
$200 x 0.782 |
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600 < EC ≤ 1,000 |
[$200 + $0.125(EC - 600)] x 0.782 |
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1,000 < EC ≤ 1,600 |
[$250 + $0.375(EC - 1,000)] x 0.782 |
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1,600 < EC ≤ 3,000 |
[$475 + $0.75(EC - 1,600)] x 0.782 |
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EC > 3,000 |
[$1,525 + $1(EC - 3000)] x 0.782 |
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Road Tax
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Your road tax, payable from now to 31 December 2020, is calculated based on the power rating of your car: |
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Power Rating (PR) in kW |
6-Monthly Road Tax |
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PR ≤ 7.5 |
$200 x 0.782 |
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7.5 < PR ≤ 32.5 |
[$200 + $2(PR – 7.5)] x 0.782 |
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32.5 < PR ≤ 70 |
[$250 + $6(PR – 32.5)] x 0.782 |
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70 < PR ≤ 157.5 |
[$475 + $12(PR – 70)] x 0.782 |
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PR > 157.5 |
[$1,525 + $16(PR – 157.5)] x 0.782 |
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Power Rating (PR) in kW |
6-Monthly Road Tax |
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PR ≤ 7.5 |
$200 x 0.782 |
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7.5 < PR ≤ 30 |
[$200 + $2(PR – 7.5)] x 0.782 |
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30 < PR ≤ 90 |
[$250 + $3.75(PR – 30)] x 0.782 |
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90 < PR ≤ 230 |
[$475 + $7.50(PR – 90)] x 0.782 |
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PR > 230 |
[$1,525 + $10(PR – 230)] x 0.782 |
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Road Tax |
Your road tax is calculated based on the power rating of your car: |
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Power Rating (PR) in kW |
6-Monthly Road Tax |
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PR ≤ 7.5 |
$200 x 0.782 |
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7.5 < PR ≤ 30 |
[$200 + $2(PR – 7.5)] x 0.782 |
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30 < PR ≤ 90 |
[$250 + $3.75(PR – 30)] x 0.782 |
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90 < PR ≤ 230 |
[$475 + $7.50(PR – 90)] x 0.782 |
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PR > 230 |
[$1,525 + $10(PR – 230)] x 0.782 |
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Additional Flat Component of Road Tax (For Electric Cars) |
The annual Additional Flat Component (AFC) is $700. It applies from 1 January 2021 onwards.
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Licensing Period |
Annual Rate |
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1 January 2021 - 31 December 2021 |
$200 |
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1 January 2022 - 31 December 2022 |
$400 |
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1 January 2023 onwards |
$700 |
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Road Tax |
To find out your road tax, calculate road tax twice: first based on your car's engine capacity, then based on its maximum electric power rating. The higher amount will be the road tax you have to pay.
From 1 January 2021, road tax payable based on maximum electric power rating shall be computed using the revised road tax schedule of electric cars. |
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Special Tax |
Emission Standard |
6-Monthly Special Tax Rate |
Pre-Euro IV compliant |
6 times the Road Tax of an equivalent petrol-driven car less $100 |
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Euro IV compliant |
$0.625 per cc for 6 months less $100 |
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Euro V or JPN2009 compliant |
$0.20 per cc for 6 months less $100 |
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Emission Rebate or Surcharge |
An emission rebate or surcharge may apply under the Carbon Emission-Based Vehicle Scheme (CEVS), Vehicular Emissions Scheme (VES) or enhanced VES, depending on when the car is registered. |
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Electric Vehicle Early Adoption Incentive (EEAI) | If you register a new or an imported used fully electric car from 1 January 2021 to 31 December 2023, you will receive an Electric Vehicle Early Adoption Incentive (EEAI). This will give you a rebate, capped at $20,000, of up to 45% off the ARF.
The EEAI, coupled with the enhanced VES, allows you to enjoy combined cost savings of up to $45,000. EEAI and VES rebates will be used to offset your ARF. You still have to pay a minimum of $5,000 for the ARF, even if the combined EEAI and VES rebates are able to fully offset the ARF. |
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Preferential Additional Registration Fee (PARF) |
When a car is deregistered before 10 years old, a PARF rebate may be granted if the car is eligible for PARF benefits. The PARF rebate is calculated based on your car’s age when it is deregistered. |
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Age of Car at Deregistration |
PARF Rebate |
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Not exceeding 5 years |
75% of ARF paid |
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Above 5 years but not exceeding 6 years |
70% of ARF paid |
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Above 6 years but not exceeding 7 years |
65% of ARF paid |
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Above 7 years but not exceeding 8 years |
60% of ARF paid |
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Above 8 years but not exceeding 9 years |
55% of ARF paid |
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Above 9 years but not exceeding 10 years |
50% of ARF paid |
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Above 10 years |
Nil |
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Get the estimated car cost breakdown for your car's make and model in PDF or Excel formats. |
Emission Rebate or Surcharge
Your car may qualify for additional rebates based on its emissions. These rebates are used to offset the car’s ARF. There are three types of emissions schemes:
Carbon Emission-Based Vehicle Scheme (CEVS) For Cars Registered From 1 July 2015 to 31 December 2017
Vehicular Emissions Scheme (VES) For Cars Registered From 1 January 2018 to 31 December 2020
Enhanced Vehicular Emissions Scheme (VES) For Cars Registered From 1 January 2021 to 31 December 2022
Tax structure for registering a Taxi
Registration Fee (RF) |
$220 |
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Additional Registration Fee (ARF) |
Vehicle Open Market Value (OMV) |
ARF rate (% of OMV to pay) |
First $20,000 |
100% |
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Next $30,000 (i.e. $20,001 to $50,000) |
140% |
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Above $50,000 |
180% |
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Certificate of Entitlement (COE) Category |
Category A Prevailing Quota Premium for a COE for both new and replacement taxis Pro-rated for 8 years |
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Excise Duty |
20% of OMV |
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Lifespan |
8 years |
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Road Tax *not subjected to Road Tax Surcharge |
Taxis registered from 1 January 2021 will follow the road tax structure of private cars. For taxis registered before 1 January 2021, they will continue with the flat rate of $510 per 6 months till 30 June 2022.
Taxis that use diesel are subjected to Special Tax in addition to Regular Road Tax. |
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Current Road Tax Scheme for Taxis Registered before 1 January 2021 (valid until 30 June 2022) |
6-Monthly Road Tax |
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Regular Road Tax |
$510 |
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Special Tax (for diesel taxis) |
$1,700 |
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Road Tax Surcharge |
None |
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Emission Rebate or Surcharge |
An emission rebate or surcharge may apply under the Carbon Emission-Based Vehicle Scheme (CEVS), Vehicular Emissions Scheme (VES) or enhanced VES, depending on when the taxi is registered. |
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Electric Vehicle Early Adoption Incentive (EEAI) | If you register a fully electric taxi from 1 January 2021 to 31 December 2023, you will receive an Electric Vehicle Early Adoption Incentive (EEAI). This will give you a rebate, capped at $20,000, of up to 45% off the ARF.
The EEAI, coupled with the enhanced VES, allows you to enjoy combined cost savings of up to $57,500. EEAI and VES rebates will be used to offset your ARF. You still have to pay a minimum of $5,000 for the ARF, even if the combined EEAI and VES rebates are able to fully offset the ARF. |
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Preferential Additional Registration Fee (PARF) |
When a taxi is deregistered before 8 years old, a PARF rebate may be granted if the taxi is eligible for PARF benefits. The PARF rebate is calculated based on your taxi’s age when it is deregistered. |
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Age of Taxi at Deregistration |
PARF Rebate |
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Not exceeding 5 years |
75% of ARF paid |
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Above 5 years but not exceeding 6 years |
70% of ARF paid |
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Above 6 years but not exceeding 7 years |
65% of ARF paid |
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Above 7 years but not exceeding 8 years |
60% of ARF paid |
Road tax changes for Taxis
Taxis registered from 1 January 2021 will follow the road tax structure of private cars. For taxis registered before 1 January 2021, they will continue with the flat rate of $510 per 6 months till 30 June 2022.
New Road Tax Structure for Taxis
Carbon Emission-Based Vehicle Scheme (CEVS) For Taxis Registered From 1 July 2015 to 31 December 2017
Vehicular Emissions Scheme (VES) For Taxis Registered From 1 January 2018 to 31 December 2020
Enhanced Vehicular Emissions Scheme (VES) For Taxis Registered From 1 January 2021 to 31 December 2022
Tax structure for registering a Motorcycle or Scooter
Registration Fee (RF) |
$220 |
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Additional Registration Fee (ARF) |
Vehicle Open Market Value (OMV) |
ARF rate (% of OMV to pay) |
First $5,000 |
15% |
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Next $5,000 (i.e. $5,001 to $10,000) |
50% |
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Above $10,000 |
100% |
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Certificate of Entitlement (COE) Category |
D |
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Excise Duty |
12% of OMV |
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Lifespan |
None |
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Road Tax |
Your road tax is calculated based on the engine capacity of your motorcycle or scooter: |
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Engine Capacity (EC) in cc |
6-Monthly Road Tax |
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EC ≤ 200 |
$40 x 0.782 |
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200 < EC ≤ 1,000 |
[$40 + $0.15(EC - 200)] x 0.782 |
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EC > 1,000 |
[$160 + $0.3(EC - 1,000)] x 0.782 |
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Road Tax
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Your road tax, is calculated based on the power rating of your motorcycle or scooter: |
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Power Rating (PR) in kW |
6-Monthly Road Tax |
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PR ≤ 10 |
$40 x 0.782 |
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10 < PR ≤ 96 |
[$40 + $1.4(PR - 10)] x 0.782 |
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PR > 96 |
[$160 + $2.4(PR - 96)] x 0.782 |
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Additional Flat Component of Road Tax (For Electric Motorcycle or Scooter) |
The annual Additional Flat Component (AFC) is $200. It applies from 1 January 2021 onwards.
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Licensing Period |
Annual Rate |
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1 January 2021 - 31 December 2021 |
$50 |
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1 January 2022 - 31 December 2022 |
$100 |
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1 January 2023 onwards |
$200 |
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Preferential Additional Registration Fee (PARF) |
None |
Choose your goods vehicle type
ResetTax structure for registering a Light Goods Vehicle
Registration Fee (RF) |
$220 |
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Additional Registration Fee (ARF) |
5% of Open Market Value (OMV) |
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Certificate of Entitlement (COE) Category |
C or E |
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Excise Duty |
Exempted |
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Lifespan |
20 years |
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Road Tax (For Diesel, Diesel Hybrid, Petrol and Petrol Hybrid Light Goods Vehicles) |
Your road tax is calculated based on the maximum laden weight of your goods vehicle: |
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Maximum Laden Weight (MLW) in metric tonnes |
6-Monthly Road Tax |
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Diesel and Diesel Hybrid |
Petrol and Petrol Hybrid |
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MLW ≤ 3.5 |
$213 |
$170 |
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Road Tax Rebates (For Diesel and Diesel Hybrid Goods Vehicles) |
From 1 August 2019 to 31 July 2022, diesel and diesel hybrid goods vehicles enjoy road tax rebates as follows: |
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1 August 2019 - 31 July 2020 |
100% road tax rebate |
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1 August 2020 - 31 July 2021 |
75% road tax rebate |
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1 August 2021 - 31 July 2022 |
50% road tax rebate |
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Road Tax
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Your road tax is calculated based on the maximum laden weight of your goods vehicle: |
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Maximum Laden Weight (MLW) in metric tonnes |
6-Monthly Road Tax |
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MLW ≤ 3.5 |
$170 |
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Additional Flat Component of Road Tax |
The annual Additional Flat Component (AFC) is $190. It applies from 1 January 2021 onwards. If your goods vehicle is registered before 1 January 2021, the AFC is waived for 3 years from 1 January 2021 to 31 December 2023. The full AFC amount will apply from 1 January 2024. If your goods vehicle is registered on or after 1 January 2021, the AFC you have to pay is as follows: |
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Licensing Period |
Annual Rate |
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1 January 2021 - 31 December 2021 |
$50 |
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1 January 2022 - 31 December 2022 |
$100 |
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1 January 2023 onwards |
$190 |
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Emission Incentive or Surcharge | An emission incentive or surcharge may apply under the Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES) if you register your light goods vehicle with maximum laden weight of not more than 3.5 metric tonnes from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2023. | ||
Preferential Additional Registration Fee (PARF) |
None |
Emission Incentive or Surcharge
If your light goods vehicle (LGV) has a maximum laden weight (MLW) of not more than 3.5 metric tonnes, it may qualify for additional incentives based on its emissions under the Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES). If your LGV is classified under Band A, you will receive a $30,000 incentive, which will be disbursed annually in equal payments to you over 3 years (i.e. $10,000 a year). If your LGV is classified under Band B, you will receive the full $10,000 incentive upfront upon registration. If your LGV is classified under Band C, the full $10,000 surcharge will be imposed upon registration. You can refer to the table below for more details on the Band A, B, and C classifications.
Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES) For Light Goods Vehicles Registered From 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2023
Tax structure for registering a Heavy Goods Vehicle
Registration Fee (RF) |
$220 |
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Additional Registration Fee (ARF) |
5% of Open Market Value (OMV) |
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Certificate of Entitlement (COE) Category |
C or E |
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Excise Duty |
Exempted |
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Lifespan |
20 years |
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Road Tax |
Your road tax is calculated based on the maximum laden weight of your goods vehicle: |
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Maximum Laden Weight (MLW) in metric tonnes |
6-Monthly Road Tax |
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Diesel and Diesel Hybrid
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Green and Petrol
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3.5 < MLW ≤ 7 |
$328 |
$262 |
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7 < MLW ≤ 11 |
$362 |
$289 |
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11 < MLW ≤ 16 |
$489 |
$391 |
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Road Tax Rebates (For Diesel and Diesel Hybrid Goods Vehicles) |
From 1 August 2019 to 31 July 2022, diesel and diesel hybrid goods vehicles enjoy road tax rebates as follows: |
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1 August 2019 - 31 July 2020 |
100% road tax rebate |
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1 August 2020 - 31 July 2021 |
75% road tax rebate |
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1 August 2021 - 31 July 2022 |
50% road tax rebate |
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Preferential Additional Registration Fee (PARF) |
None |
Tax structure for registering a Very Heavy Goods Vehicle
Registration Fee (RF) |
$220 |
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Additional Registration Fee (ARF) |
5% of Open Market Value (OMV) |
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Certificate of Entitlement (COE) Category |
C or E |
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Excise Duty |
Exempted |
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Lifespan |
20 years |
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Road Tax |
Your road tax is calculated based on the maximum laden weight of your goods vehicle: |
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Maximum Laden Weight (MLW) in metric tonnes
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6-Monthly Road Tax |
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Diesel and Diesel Hybrid
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Green and Petrol
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16 < MLW ≤ 20 |
$850 |
$680 |
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16 < MLW ≤ 20 (3 axles) |
$553 |
$442 |
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20 < MLW ≤ 26 |
$765 |
$612 |
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26 < MLW ≤ 32 |
$765 |
$612 |
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32 < MLW ≤ 40 |
$1,190 |
$952 |
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32 < MLW ≤ 40 |
$850 |
$680 |
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40 < MLW ≤ 55 |
$1,275 |
$1,020 |
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MLW > 55 |
$1,488 |
$1,190 |
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Road Tax
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MLW ≤ 20 |
$553 |
$442 |
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20 < MLW ≤ 26 |
$765 |
$612 |
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26 < MLW ≤ 32 |
$765 |
$612 |
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32 < MLW ≤ 40 |
$850 |
$680 |
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40 < MLW ≤ 55 |
$1,275 |
$1,020 |
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MLW > 55 |
$1,488 |
$1,190 |
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Road Tax Rebates |
From 1 August 2019 to 31 July 2022, diesel and diesel hybrid goods vehicles enjoy road tax rebates as follows: |
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1 August 2019 - 31 July 2020 |
100% road tax rebate |
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1 August 2020 - 31 July 2021 |
75% road tax rebate |
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1 August 2021 - 31 July 2022 |
50% road tax rebate |
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Preferential Additional Registration Fee (PARF) |
None |
Tax structure for registering a Goods-cum-Passenger Vehicle
Registration Fee (RF) |
$220 |
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Additional Registration Fee (ARF) |
Goods-cum-passenger vehicles with Maximum Laden Weight (MLW) below 5 metric tonnes: |
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Vehicle Open Market Value (OMV) |
ARF Rate (% of OMV to pay) |
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First $20,000 |
100% |
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Next $30,000 (i.e. $20,001 to $50,000) |
140% |
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Above $50,000 |
180% |
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Goods-cum-passenger vehicles with MLW above 5 metric tonnes will be registered as heavy goods vehicles, ARF: 5% of OMV |
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Certificate of Entitlement (COE) Category |
C or E |
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Excise Duty |
Exempted |
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Lifespan |
20 years |
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Road Tax (For Diesel, Diesel Hybrid, Petrol and Petrol Hybrid Goods-cum-Passenger Vehicles) |
Your road tax is calculated based on the maximum laden weight of your goods-cum-passenger vehicle: |
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Maximum Laden Weight (MLW) in metric tonnes |
6-Monthly Road Tax |
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Diesel and Diesel Hybrid |
Petrol and Petrol Hybrid |
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MLW ≤ 3.5 |
$372 |
$298 |
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MLW > 3.5 |
$487 |
$390 |
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Road Tax Rebates |
From 1 August 2019 to 31 July 2022, diesel and diesel hybrid goods-cum-passenger vehicles enjoy road tax rebates as follows: |
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1 August 2019 - 31 July 2020 |
100% road tax rebate |
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1 August 2020 - 31 July 2021 |
75% road tax rebate |
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1 August 2021 - 31 July 2022 |
50% road tax rebate |
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Road Tax
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Your road tax, is calculated based on the maximum laden weight of your goods-cum-passenger vehicle: |
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Maximum Laden Weight (MLW) in metric tonnes |
6-Monthly Road Tax |
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MLW ≤ 3.5 |
$298 |
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Additional Flat Component of Road Tax |
The annual Additional Flat Component (AFC) is $190. It applies from 1 January 2021 onwards.
If your goods-cum-passenger vehicle is registered before 1 January 2021, the AFC is waived for 3 years from 1 January 2021 to 31 December 2023. The full AFC amount will apply from 1 January 2024.
If your goods-cum-passenger vehicle is registered on or after 1 January 2021, the AFC you have to pay is as follows: |
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Licensing Period |
Annual Rate |
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1 January 2021 - 31 December 2021 |
$50 |
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1 January 2022 - 31 December 2022 |
$100 |
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1 January 2023 onwards |
$190 |
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Emission Incentive or Surcharge | An emission incentive or surcharge may apply under the Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES) if you register your goods-cum-passenger vehicle with maximum laden weight of not more than 3.5 metric tonnes from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2023. | ||||
Preferential Additional Registration Fee (PARF) |
None |
Emission Incentive or Surcharge
If your goods-cum-passenger vehicle (GPV) has a maximum laden weight (MLW) of not more than 3.5 metric tonnes, it may qualify for additional incentives based on its emissions under the Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES). If your GPV is classified under Band A, you will receive a $30,000 incentive, which will be disbursed annually in equal payments to you over 3 years (i.e. $10,000 a year). If your GPV is classified under Band B, you will receive the full $10,000 incentive upfront upon registration. If your GPV is classified under Band C, the full $10,000 surcharge will be imposed upon registration. You can refer to the table below for more details on the Band A, B, and C classifications.
Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES) For Goods-cum-Passenger Vehicles Registered From 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2023
Choose your bus type
ResetTax structure for registering an Omnibus
Registration Fee (RF) |
$220 |
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Additional Registration Fee (ARF) |
5% of Open Market Value (OMV), unless otherwise approved by LTA
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Certificate of Entitlement (COE) Category |
Exempted |
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Excise Duty |
Exempted |
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Lifespan |
17 years |
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Road Tax |
Your road tax is calculated based on the number of seats and the maximum laden weight of your bus: |
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Number of Seats |
Maximum Laden Weight (MLW) in metric tonnes |
6-Monthly Road Tax |
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Diesel and Diesel Hybrid |
Green and Petrol |
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30 seats or less |
MLW ≤ 3.5 |
$319 |
$255 |
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3.5 < MLW ≤ 7 |
$328 |
$262 |
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7 < MLW ≤ 11 |
$362 |
$289 |
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11 < MLW ≤ 16 |
$489 |
$391 |
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16 < MLW ≤ 20 (3 axles) |
$553 |
$442 |
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16 < MLW ≤ 20 (2 axles) |
$850 |
$680 |
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20 < MLW ≤ 26 (3 axles) |
$765 |
$612 |
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31 seats or more |
3.5 < MLW ≤ 7 |
$434 |
$347 |
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7 < MLW ≤ 11 |
$468 |
$374 |
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11 < MLW ≤ 16 |
$595 |
$476 |
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16 < MLW ≤ 20 (3 axles) |
$553 |
$442 |
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16 < MLW ≤ 20 (2 axles) |
$850 |
$680 |
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20 < MLW ≤ 26 (3 axles) |
$765 |
$612 |
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Road Tax Rebates (For Diesel and Diesel Hybrid Buses) |
From 1 August 2019 to 31 July 2022, diesel and diesel hybrid buses (except omnibuses under public bus service contracts) enjoy road tax rebates as follows: |
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1 August 2019 - 31 July 2020 |
100% road tax rebate |
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1 August 2020 - 31 July 2021 |
75% road tax rebate |
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1 August 2021 - 31 July 2022 |
50% road tax rebate |
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Emission Incentive or Surcharge | An emission incentive or surcharge may apply under the Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES) if you register your omnibus with maximum laden weight of not more than 3.5 metric tonnes from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2023. | |||
Preferential Additional Registration Fee (PARF) |
None |
Emission Incentive or Surcharge
If your omnibus has a maximum laden weight (MLW) of not more than 3.5 metric tonnes, it may qualify for additional incentives based on its emissions under the Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES). If your omnibus is classified under Band A, you will receive a $30,000 incentive, which will be disbursed annually in equal payments to you over 3 years (i.e. $10,000 a year). If your omnibus is classified under Band B, you will receive the full $10,000 incentive upfront upon registration. If your omnibus is classified under Band C, the full $10,000 surcharge will be imposed upon registration. You can refer to the table below for more details on the Band A, B, and C classifications.
Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES) For Omnibuses Registered From 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2023
Tax structure for registering an Excursion Bus
Registration Fee (RF) |
$220 |
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Additional Registration Fee (ARF) |
5% of Open Market Value (OMV) |
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Certificate of Entitlement (COE) Category |
C or E |
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Excise Duty |
Exempted |
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Lifespan |
20 years |
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Road Tax |
Your road tax is calculated based on the number of seats and the maximum laden weight of your bus: |
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Number of Seats |
Maximum Laden Weight (MLW) in metric tonnes |
6-Monthly Road Tax |
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Diesel and Diesel Hybrid |
Green and Petrol |
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30 seats or less |
MLW ≤ 3.5 |
$319 |
$255 |
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3.5 < MLW ≤ 7 |
$328 |
$262 |
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7 < MLW ≤ 11 |
$362 |
$289 |
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11 < MLW ≤ 16 |
$489 |
$391 |
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16 < MLW ≤ 20 (3 axles) |
$553 |
$442 |
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16 < MLW ≤ 20 (2 axles) |
$850 |
$680 |
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20 < MLW ≤ 26 (3 axles) |
$765 |
$612 |
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31 seats or more |
3.5 < MLW ≤ 7 |
$434 |
$347 |
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7 < MLW ≤ 11 |
$468 |
$374 |
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11 < MLW ≤ 16 |
$595 |
$476 |
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16 < MLW ≤ 20 (3 axles) |
$553 |
$442 |
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16 < MLW ≤ 20 (2 axles) |
$850 |
$680 |
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20 < MLW ≤ 26 (3 axles) |
$765 |
$612 |
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Road Tax Rebates |
From 1 August 2019 to 31 July 2022, diesel and diesel hybrid buses (except omnibuses under public bus service contracts) enjoy road tax rebates as follows: |
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1 August 2019 - 31 July 2020 |
100% road tax rebate |
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1 August 2020 - 31 July 2021 |
75% road tax rebate |
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1 August 2021 - 31 July 2022 |
50% road tax rebate |
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Additional Cash Rebates For Buses Ferrying School Children |
From 1 August 2019 to 31 July 2022, eligible diesel and diesel hybrid excursion buses used to ferry school children enjoy additional cash rebates |
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1 August 2019 - 31 July 2020 |
Up to $1,800 |
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1 August 2020 - 31 July 2021 |
Up to $900 |
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1 August 2021 - 31 July 2022 |
Up to $500 |
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Road Tax Rebates (Private Bus Support Package) |
Owners of existing excursion buses, private buses, private hire buses and school buses registered before 27 March 2020 will receive one year of road tax rebates which will be credited directly to them in May 2020.
The road tax rebate will be used to offset future road tax payable, additional flat component (where applicable for electric bus) and transfer fee upon transfer of vehicle ownership. Any remaining road tax rebate will be refunded upon deregistration of the vehicle. |
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Emission Incentive or Surcharge | An emission incentive or surcharge may apply under the Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES) if you register your excursion bus with maximum laden weight of not more than 3.5 metric tonnes from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2023. | |||
Preferential Additional Registration Fee (PARF) |
None |
Emission Incentive or Surcharge
If your excursion bus has a maximum laden weight (MLW) of not more than 3.5 metric tonnes, it may qualify for additional incentives based on its emissions under the Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES). If your excursion bus is classified under Band A, you will receive a $30,000 incentive, which will be disbursed annually in equal payments to you over 3 years (i.e. $10,000 a year). If your excursion bus is classified under Band B, you will receive the full $10,000 incentive upfront upon registration. If your excursion is classified under Band C, the full $10,000 surcharge will be imposed upon registration. You can refer to the table below for more details on the Band A, B, and C classifications.
Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES) For Excursion Buses Registered From 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2023
Tax structure for registering a Private Bus
Registration Fee (RF) |
$220 |
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Additional Registration Fee (ARF) |
5% of Open Market Value (OMV) |
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Certificate of Entitlement (COE) Category |
C or E |
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Excise Duty |
Exempted |
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Lifespan |
20 years |
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Road Tax |
Your road tax is calculated based on the number of seats and the maximum laden weight of your bus: |
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Number of Seats |
Maximum Laden Weight (MLW) in metric tonnes |
6-Monthly Road Tax |
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Diesel and Diesel Hybrid |
Green and Petrol |
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30 seats or less |
MLW ≤ 3.5 |
$319 |
$255 |
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3.5 < MLW ≤ 7 |
$328 |
$262 |
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7 < MLW ≤ 11 |
$362 |
$289 |
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11 < MLW ≤ 16 |
$489 |
$391 |
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16 < MLW ≤ 20 (3 axles) |
$553 |
$442 |
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16 < MLW ≤ 20 (2 axles) |
$850 |
$680 |
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20 < MLW ≤ 26 (3 axles) |
$765 |
$612 |
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31 seats or more |
3.5 < MLW ≤ 7 |
$434 |
$347 |
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7 < MLW ≤ 11 |
$468 |
$374 |
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11 < MLW ≤ 16 |
$595 |
$476 |
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16 < MLW ≤ 20 (3 axles) |
$553 |
$442 |
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16 < MLW ≤ 20 (2 axles) |
$850 |
$680 |
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20 < MLW ≤ 26 (3 axles) |
$765 |
$612 |
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Road Tax Rebates |
From 1 August 2019 to 31 July 2022, diesel and diesel hybrid buses (except omnibuses under public bus service contracts) enjoy road tax rebates as follows: |
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1 August 2019 - 31 July 2020 |
100% road tax rebate |
|||
1 August 2020 - 31 July 2021 |
75% road tax rebate |
|||
1 August 2021 - 31 July 2022 |
50% road tax rebate |
|||
Road Tax Rebates (Private Bus Support Package) |
Owners of existing excursion buses, private buses, private hire buses and school buses registered before 27 March 2020 will receive one year of road tax rebates which will be credited directly to them in May 2020.
The road tax rebate will be used to offset future road tax payable, additional flat component (where applicable for electric bus) and transfer fee upon transfer of vehicle ownership. Any remaining road tax rebate will be refunded upon deregistration of the vehicle. |
|||
Emission Incentive or Surcharge | An emission incentive or surcharge may apply under the Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES) if you register your private bus with maximum laden weight of not more than 3.5 metric tonnes from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2023. | |||
Preferential Additional Registration Fee (PARF) |
None |
Emission Incentive or Surcharge
If your private bus has a maximum laden weight (MLW) of not more than 3.5 metric tonnes, it may qualify for additional incentives based on its emissions under the Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES). If your private bus is classified under Band A, you will receive a $30,000 incentive, which will be disbursed annually in equal payments to you over 3 years (i.e. $10,000 a year). If your private bus is classified under Band B, you will receive the full $10,000 incentive upfront upon registration. If your private bus is classified under Band C, the full $10,000 surcharge will be imposed upon registration. You can refer to the table below for more details on the Band A, B, and C classifications.
Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES) For Private Buses Registered From 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2023
Tax structure for registering a Private Hire Bus
Registration Fee (RF) |
$220 |
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Additional Registration Fee (ARF) |
5% of Open Market Value (OMV) |
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Certificate of Entitlement (COE) Category |
C or E |
|||
Excise Duty |
Exempted |
|||
Lifespan |
20 years |
|||
Road Tax |
Your road tax is calculated based on the number of seats and the maximum laden weight of your bus: |
|||
Number of Seats |
Maximum Laden Weight (MLW) in metric tonnes |
6-Monthly Road Tax |
||
Diesel and Diesel Hybrid |
Green and Petrol |
|||
30 seats or less |
MLW ≤ 3.5 |
$319 |
$255 |
|
3.5 < MLW ≤ 7 |
$328 |
$262 |
||
7 < MLW ≤ 11 |
$362 |
$289 |
||
11 < MLW ≤ 16 |
$489 |
$391 |
||
16 < MLW ≤ 20 (3 axles) |
$553 |
$442 |
||
16 < MLW ≤ 20 (2 axles) |
$850 |
$680 |
||
20 < MLW ≤ 26 (3 axles) |
$765 |
$612 |
||
31 seats or more |
3.5 < MLW ≤ 7 |
$434 |
$347 |
|
7 < MLW ≤ 11 |
$468 |
$374 |
||
11 < MLW ≤ 16 |
$595 |
$476 |
||
16 < MLW ≤ 20 (3 axles) |
$553 |
$442 |
||
16 < MLW ≤ 20 (2 axles) |
$850 |
$680 |
||
20 < MLW ≤ 26 (3 axles) |
$765 |
$612 |
||
Road Tax Rebates |
From 1 August 2019 to 31 July 2022, diesel and diesel hybrid buses (except omnibuses under public bus service contracts) enjoy road tax rebates as follows: |
|||
1 August 2019 - 31 July 2020 |
100% road tax rebate |
|||
1 August 2020 - 31 July 2021 |
75% road tax rebate |
|||
1 August 2021 - 31 July 2022 |
50% road tax rebate |
|||
Additional Cash Rebates For Buses Ferrying School Children |
From 1 August 2019 to 31 July 2022, eligible diesel and diesel hybrid private hire buses used to ferry school children enjoy additional cash rebates |
|||
1 August 2019 - 31 July 2020 |
Up to $1,800 |
|||
1 August 2020 - 31 July 2021 |
Up to $900 |
|||
1 August 2021 - 31 July 2022 |
Up to $500 |
|||
Road Tax Rebates (Private Bus Support Package) |
Owners of existing excursion buses, private buses, private hire buses and school buses registered before 27 March 2020 will receive one year of road tax rebates which will be credited directly to them in May 2020.
The road tax rebate will be used to offset future road tax payable, additional flat component (where applicable for electric bus) and transfer fee upon transfer of vehicle ownership. Any remaining road tax rebate will be refunded upon deregistration of the vehicle. |
|||
Emission Incentive or Surcharge | An emission incentive or surcharge may apply under the Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES) if you register your private hire bus with maximum laden weight of not more than 3.5 metric tonnes from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2023. | |||
Preferential Additional Registration Fee (PARF) |
None |
Emission Incentive or Surcharge
If your private hire bus has a maximum laden weight (MLW) of not more than 3.5 metric tonnes, it may qualify for additional incentives based on its emissions under the Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES). If your private hire bus is classified under Band A, you will receive a $30,000 incentive, which will be disbursed annually in equal payments to you over 3 years (i.e. $10,000 a year). If your private hire bus is classified under Band B, you will receive the full $10,000 incentive upfront upon registration. If your private hire bus is classified under Band C, the full $10,000 surcharge will be imposed upon registration. You can refer to the table below for more details on the Band A, B, and C classifications.
Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES) For Private Hire Buses Registered From 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2023
Tax structure for registering a School Bus
Registration Fee (RF) |
$220 |
|||
Additional Registration Fee (ARF) |
5% of Open Market Value |
|||
Certificate of Entitlement (COE) Category |
Exempted |
|||
Excise Duty |
Exempted |
|||
Lifespan |
20 years |
|||
AWC Permit Fee |
$10 |
|||
Road Tax |
Your road tax is calculated based on the number of seats and the maximum laden weight of your bus: |
|||
Number of Seats |
Maximum Laden Weight (MLW) in metric tonnes |
6-Monthly Road Tax |
||
Diesel and Diesel Hybrid |
Green and Petrol |
|||
30 seats or less |
MLW ≤ 3.5 |
$319 |
$255 |
|
3.5 < MLW ≤ 7 |
$328 |
$262 |
||
7 < MLW ≤ 11 |
$362 |
$289 |
||
11 < MLW ≤ 16 |
$489 |
$391 |
||
16 < MLW ≤ 20 (3 axles) |
$553 |
$442 |
||
16 < MLW ≤ 20 (2 axles) |
$850 |
$680 |
||
20 < MLW ≤ 26 (3 axles) |
$765 |
$612 |
||
31 seats or more |
3.5 < MLW ≤ 7 |
$434 |
$347 |
|
7 < MLW ≤ 11 |
$468 |
$374 |
||
11 < MLW ≤ 16 |
$595 |
$476 |
||
16 < MLW ≤ 20 (3 axles) |
$553 |
$442 |
||
16 < MLW ≤ 20 (2 axles) |
$850 |
$680 |
||
20 < MLW ≤ 26 (3 axles) |
$765 |
$612 |
||
Road Tax Rebates |
From 1 August 2019 to 31 July 2022, diesel and diesel hybrid buses (except omnibuses under public bus service contracts) enjoy road tax rebates as follows: |
|||
1 August 2019 - 31 July 2020 |
100% road tax rebate |
|||
1 August 2020 - 31 July 2021 |
75% road tax rebate |
|||
1 August 2021 - 31 July 2022 |
50% road tax rebate |
|||
Additional Cash Rebates For Buses Ferrying School Children |
From 1 August 2019 to 31 July 2022, eligible diesel and diesel hybrid school buses used to ferry school children enjoy additional cash rebates |
|||
1 August 2019 - 31 July 2020 |
$1,600 |
|||
1 August 2020 - 31 July 2021 |
$800 |
|||
1 August 2021 - 31 July 2022 |
$400 |
|||
Road Tax Rebates (Private Bus Support Package) |
Owners of existing excursion buses, private buses, private hire buses and school buses registered before 27 March 2020 will receive one year of road tax rebates which will be credited directly to them in May 2020.
The road tax rebate will be used to offset future road tax payable, additional flat component (where applicable for electric bus) and transfer fee upon transfer of vehicle ownership. Any remaining road tax rebate will be refunded upon deregistration of the vehicle. |
|||
Emission Incentive or Surcharge | An emission incentive or surcharge may apply under the Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES) if you register your school bus with maximum laden weighht of not more than 3.5 metric tonnes from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2023. | |||
Preferential Additional Registration Fee (PARF) |
None |
Emission Incentive or Surcharge
If your school bus has a maximum laden weight (MLW) of not more than 3.5 metric tonnes, it may qualify for additional incentives based on its emissions under the Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES). If your school bus is classified under Band A, you will receive a $30,000 incentive, which will be disbursed annually in equal payments to you over 3 years (i.e. $10,000 a year). If your school bus is classified under Band B, you will receive the full $10,000 incentive upfront upon registration. If your school bus is classified under Band C, the full $10,000 surcharge will be imposed upon registration. You can refer to the table below for more details on the Band A, B, and C classifications.
Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES) For School Buses Registered From 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2023
Tax structure for registering an Engineering Plant
Registration Fee (RF) |
$220 |
Additional Registration Fee (ARF) |
Exempted, except for:
|
Certificate of Entitlement (COE) Category |
Exempted, except for:
|
Excise Duty |
Exempted |
Lifespan |
None |
Road Tax |
Exempted, except for:
|
Preferential Additional Registration Fee (PARF) |
None |