Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)
Full exemption from motor vehicle excise tax on one vehicle for 100% disabled veterans.
State BenefitMassachusettsTax Benefits
Verified September 30, 2026 against mass.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — Massachusetts
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 100% or higher
- Where it applies
- Massachusetts
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)?
Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Exemption (100% Disabled) is a Massachusetts tax benefits benefit for veterans. Full exemption from motor vehicle excise tax on one vehicle for 100% disabled veterans. Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- Massachusetts residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
VA-determined 100% disability rating, OR deemed unemployable due to service-connected disability (per HERO Act, eligibility is now based on VA determination rather than RMV Medical Advisory Board). Vehicle must be owned by the veteran and used for non-commercial purposes. DV plates are not required for the excise exemption. Limited to ONE passenger vehicle or pickup truck.
What Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Exemption (100% Disabled) covers
Covers
Full exemption from motor vehicle excise tax. Value depends on vehicle; excise is $25 per $1,000 of valuation.
How to apply for Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)
How to apply
Present a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to the city or town where the vehicle is garaged.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- mass.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)
Who qualifies for Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)?
Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Exemption (100% Disabled) is for Veterans; requires 100%+ VA disability rating; massachusetts residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)?
Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
How do I apply for Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)?
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Motor Vehicle Excise Tax Exemption (100% Disabled)?
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.
Other Massachusetts Tax Benefits
- Military Retirement Pay Income Tax ExemptionFull retirement pay exemptionMilitary retirement pay is fully exempt from Massachusetts state income tax.
- VA Disability Pension Income Tax ExemptionVA disability pensions are fully exempt from Massachusetts state income tax.
- Survivor Benefit Plan Income Tax ExemptionSBP payments are fully exempt from Massachusetts state income tax.
- Property Tax Exemption -- Clause 22 (10%+ Disability)$400 base ($800 if doubled under HERO Act 22J)Approximately $400 property tax exemption for veterans with 10%+ service-connected disability.