Personal Property Tax Exemption on One Vehicle (100% Disabled)
Full exemption from local personal property tax on one qualifying vehicle for 100% permanently disabled veterans.
State BenefitVirginiaTax Benefits
Verified May 12, 2026 against law.lis.virginia.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Tax Benefits — Virginia
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- 100% or higher
- Estimated value
- $200-$1,500+/yr
- Where it applies
- Virginia
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Personal Property Tax Exemption on One Vehicle (100% Disabled)?
Personal Property Tax Exemption on One Vehicle (100% Disabled) is a Virginia tax benefits benefit for veterans. Full exemption from local personal property tax on one qualifying vehicle for 100% permanently disabled veterans. Requires 100%+ VA disability rating. The listed value is $200-$1,500+/yr.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- Virginia residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
100% service-connected, permanent and total disability rating from the VA. Vehicle must be a passenger car or pickup/panel truck registered for personal use. Owned (not leased) by the veteran or spouse. Virginia resident.
What Personal Property Tax Exemption on One Vehicle (100% Disabled) covers
Covers
Full exemption from local personal property tax on one qualifying vehicle.
Estimated value
Typically $200-$1,500+ per year depending on vehicle value and local tax rate.
Important to know
Exemption expires upon the veteran's death and does NOT transfer to the surviving spouse (per Va. Code § 58.1-3668). This contrasts with the real-property exemption (§ 58.1-3219.5), which does carry over to surviving spouses.
How to apply for Personal Property Tax Exemption on One Vehicle (100% Disabled)
How to apply
Contact your local Commissioner of the Revenue.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- law.lis.virginia.gov
- Apply at
- dvs.virginia.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 Personal Property Tax Exemption on One Vehicle (100% Disabled)
Who qualifies for Personal Property Tax Exemption on One Vehicle (100% Disabled)?
Personal Property Tax Exemption on One Vehicle (100% Disabled) is for Veterans; requires 100%+ VA disability rating; virginia residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
What VA disability rating do I need for Personal Property Tax Exemption on One Vehicle (100% Disabled)?
Requires 100%+ VA disability rating.
How much is Personal Property Tax Exemption on One Vehicle (100% Disabled) worth?
The listed value is $200-$1,500+/yr. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Personal Property Tax Exemption on One Vehicle (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 Personal Property Tax Exemption on One Vehicle (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 Virginia Tax Benefits
- Military Retirement Pay Income Tax SubtractionUp to $2,300/yr tax savingsSubtract up to $40,000 of military retirement income from Virginia taxable income.
- Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) Income Tax SubtractionUp to $2,300/yr tax savingsSubtract up to $40,000 of SBP annuity income from Virginia taxable income.
- Medal of Honor Recipient Full Income Tax ExemptionFull exemption of military retirement incomeComplete exemption of all military retirement income from Virginia state income tax for Medal of Honor recipients.
- VA Disability Compensation State Tax ExemptionVaries (full federal/state exclusion of VA comp/pension/DIC)VA disability payments, pension payments, and survivors benefits are fully excluded from Virginia taxable income.