Paying vehicle tax and getting refunds

Vehicle tax is charged on every registered car, even if it just stands in the yard. When you understand what the tax consists of and how due dates work, you avoid late payment charges and know how to get a refund when you are entitled to one.

You will need

• The car's registration number
• Online banking credentials for Traficom's e-services
• Your latest vehicle tax bill
• Information on the car's power source (petrol, diesel, electric)

Steps

1. Find out what the tax consists of

   Vehicle tax consists of a basic tax and, for certain cars, a fuel tax (käyttövoimavero), which is charged for example on diesel cars and fully electric cars. The amount of the basic tax usually depends on the car's carbon dioxide emissions or its total mass.

2. Check the details on your tax bill

3. Switch to e-invoicing

4. Pay on time

5. Check the amount yourself

6. Take the car out of use if needed

7. Keep track of your refund

8. Mind the change of ownership

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