🇱🇻 Latvia car tax calculator

Latvia's vehicle operation tax for newer cars is based on CO2 emission bands under WLTP.

⚠ Illustrative rates Updated for 2026 · sources checked 2026-08-02

How ekspluatācijas nodoklis in Latvia is calculated

Latvia's annual vehicle operation tax (ekspluatacijas nodoklis) for cars registered from 2021 is keyed to CO2 emissions measured under WLTP, in bands.

Older cars use a combined weight, engine-size and power formula instead. The calculator uses the CO2 table for the newer regime. Illustrative rates. Estimate, not tax advice.

Worked example

C1 143 g/km
co2143
tax48

Frequently asked questions

How much is the tax for 143 g/km?

In the illustrative CO2 bands, 143 g/km is around 48 EUR a year; higher emitters pay more.

Which cars use the CO2 formula?

Cars registered from 2021 with a WLTP CO2 figure; older cars use a weight/cc/power formula.

Where do I check the exact figure?

The CSDD e-services calculator gives the precise amount for your plate.

Sources

Estimate. Not tax advice. The rates in this calculator are illustrative: they reproduce the shape of the charge through 2 self-test cases, but they are not the official schedule, so the amount shown will not match your bill. Use the official source above for that.

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