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Non-Payment Of Tax Can Lead To Fines, Vehicle Seizure, Restrictions On CPF, And Headaches For The Driver
The IPVA (Tax on the Ownership of Motor Vehicles) is an annual obligation that, if not paid on time, can generate a series of problems for the owner. Delaying payment not only accumulates fines and interest but also prevents the vehicle from being licensed, which can lead to its seizure during inspections. Depending on the length of the non-payment, the debt may be registered with the active debt, impacting the driver’s CPF and generating credit restrictions. According to a report from InfoMoney and Financial Intelligence, many drivers are still unaware of the extent of the losses that non-payment of IPVA can bring.
The Consequences Of Not Paying The IPVA
Those who fail to pay the IPVA within the deadline set by the Detran in their state automatically begin to accumulate daily default fines, which can reach up to 20% of the tax amount, in addition to interest based on the Selic rate. According to the O Globo portal, in the state of São Paulo, for example, the delay also prevents the annual licensing of the vehicle. Without this document, the driver cannot legally circulate and is subject to a fine of R$ 293.47, seven points on their driver’s license, and even the removal of the car to the impound lot.
As highlighted by Financial Intelligence, non-payment can result in the registration of the debt in the state’s active debt, which leads to restrictions on the owner’s CPF, making it difficult to access credit, financing, and banking services.
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How To Regularize Delinquent IPVA
The first step to resolve the situation is to check the debts on the official website of your state’s Treasury Department, using the RENAVAM number. After the consultation, the system automatically generates an updated payment slip, already reflecting the values corrected with fines and interest.
According to B3, in a report published on the Bora Investir portal, if the debt is already under judicial collection (active debt), the taxpayer must access the State Attorney General’s website to issue a new slip and check if there is a possibility for installment payments or negotiation.
Payment can be made at authorized banks, ATMs, lotteries, or via internet banking, depending on the state system. It is worth noting that, in some states, it is possible to pay the IPVA amount in installments, including with accredited companies that offer this option with interest.
Why Keeping Taxes Up To Date Prevents Greater Losses
The IPVA is not only a financial obligation but also a legal requirement for the circulation of the vehicle. Being behind on this tax represents a constant risk of being stopped at a checkpoint and having the car removed. The costs of regularizing everything at the last minute are usually much higher than paying on time.
According to a report from Forbes Brasil, by keeping taxes up to date, the driver preserves their legal security, avoids headaches, and ensures that their name is not registered in delinquent databases, which can even interfere with the approval of future financing or loans.
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