Sales and Use Tax Exemption on Vehicle Purchase (100% Disabled)
Exemption from Virginia motor vehicle sales tax (4.15%+) on one vehicle for 100% permanently disabled veterans. Restricted to passenger sedans, SUVs, and pickup trucks under 10,000 lbs.
Who qualifies
- Requires 100%+ VA disability rating
- Virginia residency
How to apply
~$1,660-$2,000+ on a $40,000 vehicle
Apply through the official Virginia agency.
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Eligibility
Veteran of U.S. Armed Forces or Virginia National Guard. 100% service-connected, permanent and total disability rating from the VA. One vehicle, owned and used primarily by or for the qualifying veteran. Spouse-purchased vehicle qualifies if used primarily by/for the veteran.
Vehicle restrictions
Exemption is restricted to passenger sedans, SUVs, and pickup trucks under 10,000 lbs. Motorcycles, trailers, RVs, motorhomes, and ATVs are explicitly ineligible.
Estimated value
On a $40,000 vehicle, this saves roughly $1,660-$2,000+.
How to apply
Apply through the Virginia DMV.
Always confirm current rates and rules with the Virginia state agency before applying.
Other Virginia Tax Benefits
Military Retirement Pay Income Tax Subtraction
Subtract up to $40,000 of military retirement income from Virginia taxable income.
Up to $2,300/yr tax savings
Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) Income Tax Subtraction
Subtract up to $40,000 of SBP annuity income from Virginia taxable income.
Up to $2,300/yr tax savings
Medal of Honor Recipient Full Income Tax Exemption
Complete exemption of all military retirement income from Virginia state income tax for Medal of Honor recipients.
Full exemption of military retirement income
VA Disability Compensation State Tax Exemption
VA disability payments, pension payments, and survivors benefits are fully excluded from Virginia taxable income.
Varies (full federal/state exclusion of VA comp/pension/DIC)
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