ACT Vehicle Stamp Duty Calculator
Calculate Australian Capital Territory motor vehicle duty from the vehicle's dutiable value and type. Current ACT rates, tiers and concessions.
Purchase price or market value, whichever is higher.
ACT rates change on 1 February 2027. Lower emissions generally mean lower duty.
Enter a vehicle value to calculate stamp duty.
Australian Capital Territory vehicle duty explained
Duty varies with emissions category and value bands at $45,000 and $80,000. New rates apply from 1 February 2027. Duty is generally based on the dutiable value, commonly the purchase price or market value used by the registering authority.
The calculator keeps the ACT-specific vehicle options visible and also lets you compare another jurisdiction. Registration fees, number-plate fees and compulsory insurance are separate from duty.
Frequently asked questions
How is motor vehicle duty calculated in Australian Capital Territory?
Duty varies with emissions category and value bands at $45,000 and $80,000. New rates apply from 1 February 2027. As a formula: ACT duty = registration-date schedule × emissions category across the applicable value bands.
What is motor vehicle duty?
Motor vehicle duty is ACT's state tax charged when a vehicle is registered or transferred into a new owner's name. It applies on top of registration and compulsory third-party insurance costs, which are separate fees.
When do I pay vehicle stamp duty in ACT?
In Australian Capital Territory, vehicle stamp duty is typically paid when you register or transfer a vehicle into your name. For a new vehicle bought through a dealer it's usually rolled into the on-road price; for a private sale you pay it directly when you transfer the registration.
Does ACT charge the same vehicle duty rate for every car?
No — most states, including ACT, vary the rate by the vehicle's value, engine or emissions category, or commercial classification rather than applying one flat rate to every car. Use the calculator above with your own vehicle's value and category for an exact figure.
Is vehicle stamp duty in ACT the same as property stamp duty?
No. Vehicle stamp duty and property stamp duty are separate taxes with different rates — vehicle duty in ACT is generally a small percentage of the vehicle's value, well below typical property stamp duty rates.
Tax Accuracy & Sources
Estimates Australian Capital Territory motor vehicle duty from dutiable value and the vehicle categories shown. Registration fees, special exemptions, dealer adjustments and unusual vehicle classes are outside scope.