Match the vehicle record
Choose the category, fuel type, use and GVM shown on the vehicle record. Hybrid fee categories depend on the fuel system.
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NZ Rego Cost Calculator
Estimate the cost of renewing your New Zealand vehicle licence (rego) for 3, 6 or 12 months.
Current NZTA fees for licences starting from 1 July 2026 · GST included
NZTA · 2026
Current common rego fees
These NZTA-listed fees include GST and the online administration fee. The table updates to match the vehicle category selected above.
| Vehicle | 3 months | 6 months | 12 months |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private passenger car or van — petrol | $51.85 | $95.06 | $181.45 |
| Private passenger car or van — diesel or electric | $68.69 | $128.74 | $248.83 |
| Taxi or rental car — petrol | $76.56 | $144.50 | $280.31 |
| Taxi or rental car — diesel or electric | $93.39 | $178.18 | $347.69 |
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How to use this estimate
Compare the licence period
A 12-month rego usually has the lowest average monthly cost, while shorter periods reduce the upfront payment.
Confirm before paying
Use the official plate fee checker for an exact amount, then renew online or at an agent before the current licence expires.
Please note
What the estimate includes
- This calculator estimates vehicle licensing (rego) renewal, not first-time registration or re-registration.
- Petrol, petrol hybrid, plug-in petrol hybrid and petrol-extended electric vehicles use the petrol fee category.
- Diesel hybrid, plug-in diesel hybrid, hydrogen fuel cell and other fuel-cell vehicles use the diesel or electric fee category.
- The common fees include the licence fee, ACC levy, administration fee and GST. A Transport Service Licence fee or other vehicle-specific charges may also apply.
- Rates can change. Confirm the exact amount with NZTA before paying.