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Electric Vehicle Rebate

Information about the $3,000 rebate offered by the NSW Government for full battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.

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Released in 2021, the NSW Electric Vehicle Strategy outlines a number of incentives to encourage the purchase of battery electric vehicles (BEVS) and hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVS) in NSW.

Important changes from 1 January 2024

The stamp duty refund and the rebate for all eligible EV purchases will end on 1 January 2024.


Individuals and businesses that have purchased or placed a deposit on an eligible EV prior to 1 January 2024, and are awaiting delivery of the vehicle, will still be eligible to receive the stamp duty refund and rebate, regardless of whether the vehicle has been delivered by that date. This will ensure that purchasers who are unable to register their vehicle by 31 December 2023, are not disadvantaged for delays in delivery.

Eligibility criteria

The eligibility criteria for the Electric Vehicle Rebate can be found on the Rebates for electric vehicle purchases webpage.

Demonstrator vehicles

Demonstrator vehicles are not eligible for the electric vehicle rebate program. While we understand the appeal of these well-maintained vehicles for test-driving purposes, rebate eligibility is restricted to brand-new, not previously registered electric vehicles. If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to reach out to our customer service team.

Apply

Evidence required during the application process includes:

  • Copy of the New South Wales Certificate of Registration showing the stamp duty amount paid.
  • Copy of the applicant, or business representative's current and valid New South Wales Driver licence.
  • Copy of your contract to purchase the eligible vehicle, including the sale price, deposit payment (where applicable).
  • Copy of your deposit receipt dated on or prior to 31 December 2023.
  • We require a tax invoice if it is an interstate purchase or purchase from Tesla, Polestar and Vyro.

Apply for EV Rebate

Application outcome

Within 8 weeks from the completed application submission, Revenue NSW will review information provided and will notify applicants if they have been successful.

If a rebate is to be granted, Revenue NSW will proceed to transfer the funds to the bank account nominated by the customer within 5 business days.

What can I do if my application is not approved?

You may lodge an objection if your EV Rebate application is declined, and you do not agree with the Chief Commissioner’s decision.

Objections must be lodged within 60 days of the date of the letter advising you of the decision and must include reasons why you believe the decision is incorrect.

Objections cannot be made on the grounds of perceived fairness but should focus on the facts as to why you consider the decision to be wrong, having regard to the EV Rebate eligibility criteria. Objections should be emailed to: objection@revenue.nsw.gov.au

You can contact our electric vehicle team

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