Yes. If your business uses petrol in equipment that never hits the road like farm bikes, ride-on mowers, chainsaws, or generators, you can claim the road user portion of the excise tax back. If it’s off-road, it’s claimable

Yes, it is. The total petrol price (including the excise tax portion) includes GST. We simplify the process by marking the GST portion on your credit note for easy record-keeping.

It’s a refund for businesses using petrol off-road (not including using a petrol road registered vehicle off-road, unless registered as B Class exempt) , like on farms, landscaping, and even food trucks (think generator), to name a few.

For information about the NZTA fuel tax credit, please click here for this NZ legislation.

Fuel tax plays a vital role in maintaining and improving New Zealand’s infrastructure while ensuring the safety and well-being of those using it. Here's how the $0.72 (excl. GST) per litre is allocated:

• 70 cents per litre goes to the National Land Transport Fund, which supports road maintenance, public transport, road safety, and emergency repairs after events like earthquakes and rainstorms, ensuring a safer travel experience for all.

• 6 cents per litre is dedicated to ACC, providing injury cover for public road incidents and helping protect those on our roads.

• 0.66 cents per litre is directed to local councils, assisting in local infrastructure needs.

• 0.072 cents per litre funds the Petroleum or Engine Fuels Monitoring Levy (PEFML), which ensures fuel quality standards and monitoring to safeguard public health and safety

To find out more click here for more information on the NZTA website.

Businesses & organisations who use petrol off-road (not in a road vehicle, unless registered for part road, part off-road use). 

For more information, click here to take you to the NZTA factsheets

You can DIY through NZTA, but missed deadlines mean losing unclaimed quarters after 24 months or facing a 10% late fee. With our 15% commission, we save you time and hassle while maximising your refund.

Fuel tax is included in the price of petrol to fund road maintenance, ACC  & infrastructure. If your business uses petrol off-road, you could be eligible for a rebate

On average, first-time fuel rebates are around $3,000, backdated 24 months back. Fuel excise tax is $0.89 per liter (including GST). For a clearer estimate, try our fuel rebate calculator to see how much you could claim!

Most accountants don’t handle fuel tax rebate claims, as it’s outside their usual services. Their hourly rates - typically range between $100 to $250 NZD an hour - can often outweigh the value of the rebate, making it an inefficient choice. Instead, outsourcing this to a specialist service like ours can save you time and money, ensuring you get the maximum refund without the added costs.

• Registration via site visit: $149 (incl. GST)

• Registration via phone or video call: Free

• Commission: 15% + GST

• Minimum fee: If your refund is less than 150L for a quarter, a $29.00 (+GST) minimum fee may apply.

In most cases, no. We source fuel records directly from providers like Allied, Fern Energy, and Kora. For Farm Source and other bulk fuel users, we coordinate directly with the suppliers to get your fuel reports. This makes the process almost entirely automated for you.

We work with fuel card providers and bulk suppliers to retrieve up to 24 months of historical data. While some providers like Farmlands require you to provide past statements, we set up automated reporting for all your future purchases going forward.

No contracts, just great service. We don’t believe in locking you into anything. Our focus is on providing exceptional service so you’ll want to stay. If you’re happy with the savings and support, we’re confident you’ll keep working with us. If not, you’re free to walk away - no strings attached.

The default donation amount is 3.5% of your refund, but it is simple to adjust this according to what works best for you. We understand that many of our clients come from industries that can face financial pressures, so there is absolutely no obligation to donate. However, if this is a cause you feel passionate about, we’re proud to offer an easy way to contribute directly from your refund.