BC Tax & ICBC Transfer Estimator
Live calculation of what you'll pay on top of the asking price in British Columbia. Includes PST (7%), GST (5%), ICBC transfer fee ($200), and tire tax.
Estimate only. Verify with ICBC. Trade-in and rebate scenarios excluded.
About this estimator
In British Columbia, private vehicle sales are subject to both the 7% Provincial Sales Tax (PST) and the 5% federal Goods and Services Tax (GST), calculated on the greater of the purchase price or the Canadian Red Book wholesale value. The ICBC transfer fee is $200 and there is a small tire tax of approximately $20.
For private sales specifically, the seller often pays the PST on behalf of the buyer (it's a common negotiation point). For dealer sales, the advertised price usually already includes GST and PST, but verify the line items before signing.
This estimator is for planning purposes only. Verify the final figures with ICBC at icbc.comand a licensed tax professional if the amount is significant.