Under certain circumstance it is possible to claim relief or exemption from paying VRT. The list of forms which need to be completed for specific VRT reliefs and exemptions are listed below. Please note most forms need to be supported by a large set of documents relating to the application.

You can prepare the application yourself or you can hire an agent with expertise to do it for you. We recommend CustomsDeclaration.ie.

• Transfer of Residence VRT Exemption: Use the following form for VRT exemption for transfer of residence:
  
  Form VRT TOR – Transfer of Residence from within the EU – Application and Declaration for Relief from Vehicle Registration Tax.
• Inheritance VRT Exemption: Use the following form for VRT exemption on inheritance of a motor vehicle:
  C&E 1081 – VRT Exemption in respect of Inheritance of Motor Vehicles from outside the State
• Disabled Drivers and Passengers VRT Exemption:Use the following guide for VRT exemption for disabled drivers and passengers:
  Guide to completing Forms DD1 and FG1 online
• Disabled Drivers and Passengers Fuel Grant: Use the following guide for the disabled drivers and passengers fuel grant:
  FG1 – Fuel Grant 1 – Claim for fuel Grant in respect of fuel used in Motor Vehicles for the Transport of Drivers & Passengers
• Airport VRT Exemption:Use the following form for VRT exemption for vehicles used in Airports:
  
  VRT 39 – Application for Relief from Payment of VRT in respect of a Vehicle to be used in the Establishment or Maintenance of an International Air Service in the State.
• EU institutional VRT Exemption: Use the following form for VRT exemption on diplomatic, consular or EU institutional grounds:
  
  Form VRT 36 – Application for Relief from Vehicle Registration Tax, VAT and/or Duties on the Acquisition/Importation and Registration of a Motor Vehicle under Article 12 of the Protocol on the Privileges and Immunities of the European Communities