Disclaimer - VRT Calculator Ireland [2026]

Last updated: 30 June 2026

1. General Information Only

The information provided by VRT Calculator Ireland ("we," "us," or "our") on https://www.vrtcalculator.top (the "Site") is for general informational purposes only. All information on the Site is provided in good faith. However, we make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness of any information on the Site.

Under no circumstances shall we have any liability to you for any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of the use of the Site or reliance on any information provided on the Site. Your use of the Site and your reliance on any information on the Site is solely at your own risk.

This Disclaimer applies to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Site. By accessing and using our website, you accept and agree to be bound by this Disclaimer. If you do not agree with any part of this Disclaimer, you must not use our website.

2. For Educational & Informational Purposes Only

The VRT calculations and content provided on this Site are for educational and informational purposes only. The VRT figures generated by our calculator are estimates based on the data you voluntarily provide and on publicly available tax regulations published by Ireland's Revenue Commissioners. Tax laws are inherently complex, subject to frequent change, and their application can vary based on individual circumstances.

The numbers, estimates, and any other information produced by the VRT Calculator should not be interpreted as final, official, or legally binding in any jurisdiction. They are intended solely to serve as a preliminary guide and for planning and educational purposes. You should independently verify all information before making any decisions or taking any actions based on the content of this Site.

Nothing on this Site constitutes a promise or guarantee of any specific outcome, including but not limited to the actual amount of Vehicle Registration Tax you will be required to pay. Past calculator results are not indicative of future outcomes or current VRT liabilities.

3. No Professional Advice

The information contained on this Site is not a substitute for professional advice in any field, including but not limited to tax advice, legal advice, financial advice, or accounting advice. You should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any content included on this Site without seeking appropriate professional advice from a qualified professional licensed in your jurisdiction.

We strongly recommend that you consult with the relevant official authorities before making any vehicle import decision. These authorities include but are not limited to:

The Revenue Commissioners of Ireland via their official website at Revenue.ie
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) in the United Kingdom at Gov.uk
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) of Ireland
A qualified tax professional or customs agent registered in Ireland
A qualified legal professional specialising in Irish customs and tax law

Any reliance you place on the information provided by the VRT Calculator is strictly at your own risk. We expressly disclaim any and all liability in respect of actions taken or not taken based on any content of this Site.

4. Accuracy of VRT Calculations

Our calculator applies publicly available VRT rates and formulas as published by Revenue Ireland at the time of calculation. However, several factors may cause actual VRT amounts to differ materially from our estimates:

Rate Changes: VRT rates are subject to change at any time through legislative amendments or budgetary measures. There may be a delay between official rate changes and our calculator being updated to reflect those changes.
OMSP Variations: The Open Market Selling Price (OMSP) used in calculations is either user-provided or estimated. Revenue Ireland may assign a different OMSP based on their own valuation methodology, which can notably alter the final VRT amount.
Relief Eligibility: Various VRT reliefs and exemptions may apply to your specific situation, including Vehicle Import Relief (VIR), Transfer of Residence (TOR) relief, or relief for certain categories of vehicles such as electric vehicles, hybrids, or adapted vehicles for persons with disabilities. Eligibility for these reliefs is determined by Revenue Ireland on a case-by-case basis and cannot be guaranteed by our calculator.
Nox and CO2 Emissions: VRT calculations depend heavily on accurate NOx and CO2 emission values. In cases where official emissions data is unavailable for a specific vehicle model or variant, Revenue Ireland may apply default or estimated values that differ from what our calculator uses.
Vehicle Modifications: Aftermarket modifications, vehicle condition, and mileage can all affect the final OMSP determination and therefore the VRT calculation.

We recommend obtaining a formal VRT quote from Revenue Ireland before making any vehicle purchase or import commitment. An official quote can be requested through Revenue's VRT query system or by contacting your local Revenue office directly.

5. OMSP Valuation Limitations

The Open Market Selling Price (OMSP) is one of the most critical factors in determining your Vehicle Registration Tax liability. The OMSP represents the price that Revenue Ireland determines a vehicle could reasonably be expected to fetch on the open market in Ireland at the time of registration.

It is important to understand that:

Revenue Has Final Authority: Revenue Ireland has the sole and final authority to determine the OMSP of any vehicle being registered in Ireland. Their determination may differ from your estimate, the purchase price you paid, or the value generated by any third-party valuation tool.
Valuation Methodology: Revenue Ireland determines OMSP based on factors including the price of similar vehicles available in the Irish market, professional valuation guides (such as those published by the Society of the Irish Motor Industry or similar bodies), the vehicle's age, mileage, condition, specification level, and overall market demand.
No Right of Appeal on OMSP Methodology: While you may request a review of Revenue's OMSP determination, the methodology used by Revenue Ireland is at their discretion and may not align with the assumptions or calculations used by our tool.
Our OMSP Inputs: Our calculator relies on OMSP data you provide or on estimates derived from publicly available sources. We cannot guarantee that the OMSP value used in our calculation will match Revenue Ireland's final determination, and we accept no liability for any discrepancies.

If you wish to obtain a more accurate OMSP assessment, consider having your vehicle professionally valued by a qualified motor valuer who is familiar with the Irish vehicle market. This valuation may be presented to Revenue Ireland as part of the VRT assessment process, although Revenue retains the right to accept or reject any third-party valuation.

6. External Links Disclaimer

The Site may contain, or you may be sent through the Site, links to other websites or content belonging to or originating from third parties. Such external links are provided for your convenience and reference only. We do not investigate, monitor, or check these external links for accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness.

We expressly:

Do not warrant, endorse, guarantee, or assume responsibility for the accuracy or reliability of any information, content, products, services, or advertisements offered by third-party websites linked from our Site.
Are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of use of any third-party websites.
Do not control the content or operation of any linked websites and make no representations about them.

Third-party links on our Site may include, but are not limited to, references to Revenue.ie, Gov.ie, Gov.uk, the Central Statistics Office Ireland, the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI), and various automotive valuation services. These links are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement, sponsorship, or recommendation by us of the linked entity or any products or services they may offer.

Additionally, our website may display advertisements served by third-party advertising networks, including but not limited to Google AdSense. These advertising networks may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to serve advertisements based on your browsing activity and interests. We have no control over the content, accuracy, or appropriateness of these advertisements.

You should review the applicable terms and policies, including privacy and data gathering practices, of any third-party website to which you navigate from our Site.

7. No Affiliation with Revenue

VRT Calculator Ireland is an independent, privately operated online tool created to assist users in estimating potential Vehicle Registration Tax amounts. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or otherwise connected to:

The Office of the Revenue Commissioners of Ireland (Revenue.ie)
The Irish Government or any of its departments or agencies
The Department of Transport, Ireland
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) of Ireland
Any other government body, agency, or authority in Ireland or elsewhere

No official government entity has reviewed, approved, or endorsed the content, calculations, or operation of this website. Any representation to the contrary would be unauthorised and should not be relied upon. If you require official guidance or binding VRT determinations, you must contact Revenue Ireland directly through their official channels.

Our use of terms such as "VRT Calculator," "VRT Ireland," and similar descriptors is purely descriptive and is not intended to imply any official government connection. The term "VRT" itself refers to the statutory Vehicle Registration Tax as defined under Irish law, and our usage of this term is for identification and educational purposes only.

8. Google AdSense & Advertising Disclaimer

This website uses Google AdSense and potentially other third-party advertising networks to display advertisements. These advertisements help us maintain and operate the Site as a free resource for all users.

Please understand that:

We do not endorse, recommend, or guarantee any products, services, or websites advertised on our Site.
The inclusion of any advertisement does not imply any partnership, affiliation, or endorsement by us of the advertised product, service, or company.
We do not control the selection, content, or placement of advertisements served by Google AdSense or other ad networks.
Advertisements are served based on automated algorithms that consider your browsing history, interests, and other factors. These ads may not reflect our views or opinions.
We make no representations or warranties regarding the quality, accuracy, or suitability of any advertised products or services.
Any transactions you enter into with advertisers found through our Site are solely between you and the advertiser. We are not a party to any such transactions and accept no liability arising from them.

For more information about how Google uses your data when you interact with advertisements on our Site, please refer to Google's Privacy & Terms page at https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads. You can also manage your ad personalisation preferences through your Google Account settings.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall VRT Calculator Ireland, its owners, operators, contributors, affiliates, or licensors be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

Financial losses or damages arising from or relating to your use of, or reliance on, the VRT Calculator or any information obtained from the Site
Differences between estimated VRT amounts generated by our calculator and the actual VRT amounts determined by Revenue Ireland
Import delays, additional customs charges, storage fees, or any other costs incurred as a result of vehicle import decisions based on our calculator's estimates
Any changes in VRT rates, tax bands, NOx surcharges, or other legislative or regulatory changes that impact the accuracy of our calculations
Any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the information provided on the Site
Any loss of data, loss of profits, business interruption, or other commercial losses or damages
Personal injury or property damage arising from your use of the Site
Any claims by third parties relating to your use of the Site

This limitation of liability applies regardless of the legal basis on which the claim is made, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), breach of statutory duty, or otherwise, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages. If you are dissatisfied with any portion of the Site or with this Disclaimer, your sole and exclusive remedy is to discontinue using the Site.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of certain types of damages. If you reside in such a jurisdiction, some or all of the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you, and you may have additional rights. In such cases, our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

10. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless VRT Calculator Ireland, its owners, operators, contributors, affiliates, licensors, and service providers, and their respective officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, suppliers, successors, and assigns from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, debts, and expenses (including but not limited to reasonable legal and accounting fees) arising from or relating to:

Your use of, or access to, the Site or the VRT Calculator
Your violation of any term of this Disclaimer
Your violation of any third-party right, including but not limited to any intellectual property right, privacy right, or proprietary right
Any claim that your use of the Site caused damage to a third party
Any decisions or actions you take based on the information or calculations provided by the Site
Your provision of inaccurate or misleading information when using the VRT Calculator

We reserve the right, at our own expense, to assume the exclusive defence and control of any matter otherwise subject to indemnification by you, in which event you will cooperate with us in asserting any available defences. This indemnification obligation will survive the termination of your use of the Site and this Disclaimer.

11. "As Is" and "As Available" Disclaimer

THE SITE AND ALL INFORMATION, CONTENT, MATERIALS, PRODUCTS, SERVICES, AND CALCULATIONS INCLUDED ON OR OTHERWISE MADE AVAILABLE TO YOU THROUGH THE SITE ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS, UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED IN WRITING. WE MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AS TO THE OPERATION OF THE SITE OR THE INFORMATION, CONTENT, MATERIALS, PRODUCTS, SERVICES, OR CALCULATIONS INCLUDED ON OR OTHERWISE MADE AVAILABLE TO YOU THROUGH THE SITE, UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED IN WRITING.

YOU EXPRESSLY AGREE THAT YOUR USE OF THE SITE IS AT YOUR SOLE RISK. TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMISSIBLE BY APPLICABLE LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND WARRANTIES ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE.

WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT:

The Site will function uninterrupted, securely, or be available at any particular time or location
Any errors or defects will be corrected
The Site is free of viruses or other harmful components
The results of using the Site will meet your requirements or expectations
The calculations generated by the VRT Calculator will be accurate or reliable

We shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from or relating to any failure of performance, error, omission, interruption, defect, delay in operation or transmission, computer virus, or line or system failure associated with the Site.

12. Errors and Omissions

While we make every reasonable effort to ensure that the information contained on this Site is accurate, complete, and current, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the Site for any purpose.

The VRT Calculator may occasionally contain typographical errors, inaccuracies, or omissions relating to VRT rates, NOx surcharge bands, OMSP valuation ranges, relief eligibility criteria, or other information. We reserve the right to correct any errors, inaccuracies, or omissions and to change or update information at any time without prior notice.

We do not undertake any obligation to update, amend, or clarify information on the Site except as required by applicable law. No specified update or refresh date applied on the Site should be taken to indicate that all information on the Site has been modified or updated as of that date.

If you identify any error, omission, or inaccuracy in our content or calculations, we encourage you to contact us so that we can review and, where appropriate, correct the information. Please email us at the address provided in the Contact Information section below.

13. Fair Use

This Site may contain copyrighted material, the use of which has not always been specifically authorised by the copyright owner. We make such material available for purposes of criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research, which constitutes "fair use" of any such copyrighted material as provided for in Irish copyright law and/or Section 107 of the US Copyright Law.

In particular, references to Revenue Ireland publications, including VRT rate tables, OMSP guidelines, and NOx emissions bands, are used for educational and informational purposes to assist users in understanding the VRT system. We do not claim ownership of any government-published material referenced or quoted on this Site.

If you are a copyright owner or authorised on behalf of one and believe that any content on our Site infringes your copyright, please contact us with a detailed description of the alleged infringement, and we will investigate and, if appropriate, remove the content in question in accordance with applicable law.

14. Changes to This Disclaimer

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify, update, or replace this Disclaimer at any time without prior notice. Any changes will become effective immediately upon posting the revised Disclaimer on this page. It is your responsibility to review this Disclaimer periodically for any changes.

We will indicate the date of the most recent revision at the top of this page so that you can easily determine whether the Disclaimer has been updated since your last visit. Continued use of the Site following the posting of any changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

If we make material changes to this Disclaimer, we may notify you through a prominent notice on the Site or via email if you have provided us with your email address. Notwithstanding the foregoing, you are encouraged to check this page regularly to ensure you are familiar with the most current version.

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Disclaimer, or if you wish to report any inaccuracies or potential errors in the content or calculations on this Site, please contact us through any of the following means:

Via our Contact page: https://www.vrtcalculator.top/contact.html
By email through the contact form available on our website

We aim to respond to all legitimate enquiries within a reasonable timeframe. Please allow up to 10 business days for a response.

If you are contacting us regarding a specific error or inaccuracy, please include sufficient detail to allow us to identify and verify the issue, including (where applicable) the vehicle details, the date of the calculation, and the specific result you believe may be inaccurate.