Transport January 2026 8 min read
Malta Vehicle Registration Tax 2026
Everything you need to know about registering a vehicle in Malta.
How Registration Tax Works
Malta's vehicle registration tax is primarily based on CO2 emissions. The higher the emissions, the more tax you pay. This system encourages eco-friendly vehicle choices.
CO2 Tax Bands (2026)
| CO2 (g/km) | Rate (€ per g/km) |
|---|---|
| 0 (Electric) | €0 (Exempt) |
| 1-50 | €0 |
| 51-100 | €8 |
| 101-130 | €15 |
| 131-150 | €25 |
| 151-170 | €40 |
| 171-200 | €60 |
| 201-250 | €100 |
| 250+ | €150 |
Discounts & Exemptions
Age Depreciation
Used vehicles receive tax discounts based on age:
- 1 year old: 10% discount
- 3 years old: 25% discount
- 5 years old: 36% discount
- 10+ years old: 52% discount
Eco Vehicle Discounts
- Electric: 100% exempt from CO2 tax
- Plug-in Hybrid: 75% discount
- Hybrid: 25% discount
Importing a Vehicle
From EU Countries
Used vehicles from EU: No import duty, no VAT. Only registration tax applies.
From Non-EU Countries
- 10% import duty on vehicle value
- 18% VAT on (value + duty)
- Registration tax based on CO2