Could You Claim a Luxury Car Tax Refund? A Guide for Primary Producers & Tourism Operators

Many Australian small businesses rely on 4WDs and AWDs to get the job done — but it’s worth checking whether you could save thousands in tax. If your business is in farming, fishing, forestry or tourism, you might be eligible for a refund on the Luxury Car Tax (LCT). To qualify, your vehicle must be a passenger car with at least 175 mm ground clearance, or an off-road passenger vehicle (MC category). Eligibility applies only to GST-registered primary producers and tourism operators. Who can claim?

• Primary producers: Can claim the LCT paid on one eligible vehicle per financial year, up to $10,000.
• Tourism operators: Can claim a refund for each eligible vehicle purchased or leased, capped at $10,000 per vehicle.

What you’ll need To apply, you must:

• Complete the ATO’s Application for Luxury Car Tax Refund – for Primary Producers and Tourism Operators form.
• Include a tax invoice and proof of LCT paid.
• Provide evidence you’re running a business, such as licences, contracts or sales invoices.
• Lodge your claim within four years of buying or importing the vehicle.

Let Roberts & Morrow help Don’t miss out on your refund. Roberts & Morrow can check whether you’re eligible, prepare your paperwork, and manage the process from start to finish — so you can focus on running your business. Reference: ATO Luxury car tax credits and refunds Article written by Jacquelyn Thomas, R+M Senior Accountant, Business Services