IPVA value: find out how to check and other possibilities

IPVA value is the most frequent search when the annual tax payment date arrives.

This is because knowing the amount is the first step towards paying off the debt, which is essential to keeping the vehicle up to date.

But what is IPVA? How can I check the amount? What happens if I'm late paying? 

If you have any or all of these questions, the following content may help you!

That said, to learn everything about IPVA and learn how to check yours, continue reading! 

What is the IPVA value? 

Every year, vehicle owners have to deal with one more bill.

This bill in question refers to the IPVA, which must be paid to keep the vehicle's status in order.

But what is IPVA? Why do we need to pay this tax?

IPVA is the acronym for Property Tax. Motor Vehicles.

With this, we can understand that IPVA is nothing more than a type of tax, applied to the ownership of motor vehicles.

Therefore, if you have a car, motorcycle, van, or any type of vehicle, you may need to pay for it.

And, contrary to what many believe, IPVA is not a federal tax, but a state tax, which varies according to the state.

This means that your IPVA will be calculated based on the values and rules applied in the state where your vehicle is registered.

This is why we find variations in IPVA values for the same type and brand of vehicle, with the same age, but registered in different states.

It is worth mentioning that IPVA is an annual tax, which is usually charged in the first quarter of each year.

The IPVA value uses some criteria for calculation, such as:

• Age of vehicle;
• Make and model;
• Record location;
• Market value.

Therefore, the newer or more expensive the vehicle, the higher the IPVA tends to be.

How to calculate and check IPVA value?

In the previous topic we gave a brief explanation about the IPVA value.

With this, it was possible to understand that this is variable, and is calculated based on some criteria.

The main criterion is the taxes charged by the state.

Additionally, there is a table that differentiates vehicles based on model, make, age and market price.

This makes it possible to determine the IPVA value using these criteria.

The higher the market value of the model, the higher the IPVA tends to be.

Consequently, the older and more popular the model, the cheaper the tax.

But, it's worth mentioning that the correct value is already pre-calculated, so you don't need to work with it.

The bill is already issued with the amount due, and you can consult it through the Detran website.

And, here again, we must reinforce the information that you should look for the website of the DMV in your state.

There you will be informed about the body responsible for collecting IPVA in the state.

In São Paulo, the Finance Department is responsible for collecting the tax.

Therefore, to obtain information about values, dates and much more, you must access the website of the São Paulo State Finance Department.

When accessing the website, simply enter your details and consult the information regarding the tax due. 

In which cases is it possible to be exempt from IPVA? 

We have already talked a lot about the IPVA value, showing the criteria used to determine it.

However, did you know that there are cases in which it is possible to obtain an IPVA exemption?

As we know, IPVA is a tax, and it is possible to obtain an exemption in some specific cases, where the right or need is proven.

In general, tax exemption occurs in 3 specific cases:

• Profession;
• Vehicle year;
• People with disabilities or special needs.

In the case of exemption for profession, it is granted in cases where the vehicle is used as the main work resource.

This applies to taxi drivers, school bus drivers, agricultural machinery owners, and even urban transport companies.

For people with disabilities or special needs, simply proving their condition is enough to obtain a partial or full tax discount.

It is worth mentioning that in this case the vehicle must meet certain criteria to be granted exemption.

These criteria correspond to the market value of the vehicle, and even some specifications of it.

And finally, when we talk about the year of the vehicle we are referring to its production age.

In some cases, the fact that the vehicle is more than 10 years old already allows it to be exempt from IPVA.

It is worth mentioning that this “age” varies according to the state, as do the rules for exemption in other cases.

But, if you fit into any of them, it's worth doing some research, who knows, you might be eligible for this benefit, right? 

Late payment of IPVA: what are the consequences?

When we talk about IPVA, many people immediately become concerned, due to the seriousness of this tax.

This is because failing to pay or being late can have uncomfortable consequences.

The consequence of a simple delay is the payment of interest and even the negative impact of your name.

However, it is worth mentioning that payment of IPVA is mandatory to guarantee the vehicle's condition.

This means that a vehicle with overdue IPVA is considered irregular.

Therefore, the owner is likely to receive fines, and in the worst case scenario, his vehicle may be seized.

Furthermore, if the debt continues for a long time, it may end up becoming an active debt of the union.

This is because we are talking about a tax debt, which has more serious consequences than a negative credit rating.

Therefore, the best thing to do is to always keep your IPVA up to date.

It's worth mentioning that payment can be made in cash or in installments, so you can pay in whatever way suits your budget! 

From which year does the vehicle no longer pay IPVA?

A little above we talked about the possibility of getting an exemption from IPVA.

Therefore, it is common for many people to wonder about the car's age criteria.

This is because, as we said, the car's production age may make it exempt from paying the tax.

But, after all, what is that age?

It is important to note that this information varies, that is, in each state there is a minimum production age.

In São Paulo, for example, the vehicle must be more than 20 years old, meaning cars from 2003 or older no longer pay IPVA.

In Santa Catarina and Tocantins, this age changes to 30 years.

And, we even have cases where this exemption based on vehicle age does not exist, as is the case in Minas Gerais, where there is only an exemption for collector or historic cars.

Therefore, we can understand that this criterion changes a lot for each state.

Therefore, to find out if your car is eligible for exemption, it is worth checking with the agency responsible for the charge.

This way, you stay up to date with the IPVA value and keep your vehicle up to date!