Car stamp duty in New South Wales.
Work out the stamp duty on a car in New South Wales, using current Revenue NSW rates1. Figures as at 2026.
- 1 Uses the same vehicle-duty engine as the PFO app, verified against Revenue NSW. Scope is a normal private passenger car; heavy vehicles, motorcycles, trailers and dealer/exempt transfers differ. EV concessions change often. Estimate only, not advice.
How New South Wales car stamp duty works
When you buy a car in New South Wales, stamp duty, also called vehicle stamp duty or car tax, is charged on the dutiable value, which is the price you paid or the market value, whichever is higher, including GST. Standard passenger-vehicle rate (seats up to 9). Caravans and camper trailers are exempt, and eligible DVA pensioners are exempt. The duty is paid to Revenue NSW when the vehicle is registered or transferred into your name, so it sits on top of the purchase price and the usual registration costs.
| Dutiable value / type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Up to $44,999 | $3 per $100 (3%) |
| $45,000 and over | $1,350 + $5 per $100 over $45,000 |
| Car value | Stamp duty | Share of value |
|---|---|---|
| $15,000 | $450 | 3.00% |
| $25,000 | $750 | 3.00% |
| $40,000 | $1,200 | 3.00% |
| $60,000 | $2,100 | 3.50% |
| $90,000 | $3,600 | 4.00% |
Common questions
What is the stamp duty on a car in New South Wales?+
On a $40,000 car in New South Wales, stamp duty is about $1,200, using current Revenue NSW rates. Use the calculator above for your exact value.
Do you pay stamp duty on an electric car in New South Wales?+
No. The NSW electric-vehicle stamp-duty exemption ended on 31 December 2023, so EVs bought from 2024 onwards pay the normal duty.
What is car stamp duty based on in New South Wales?+
New South Wales works the duty out on the dutiable value, which is the price you paid or the market value, whichever is higher, including GST. Standard passenger-vehicle rate (seats up to 9). Caravans and camper trailers are exempt, and eligible DVA pensioners are exempt.
When do you pay car stamp duty in New South Wales?+
Stamp duty is paid when the vehicle is registered or transferred into your name, through Revenue NSW. Budget for it on top of the purchase price and registration fees.