Set up automatic direct debit to pay your vehicle registration (including a car, caravan, motorcycle or trailer).
There is a different process if you're already on direct debit and you need to manage your details.
To set up direct debit, you must:
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Provide bank account or credit card details including Visa or MasterCard credit and debit cards.
If there's less than one month of registration remaining, you'll be given the option to renew your registration for one month (payable upfront by credit card) to complete the set up process.
If the registration has expired, you'll need to renew for a minimum of 3 months before setting up direct debit.
Set up direct debit
- If you don't already have one, setup a mySAGOV account.
- Log in to your mySAGOV account using your internet browser (not the mySAGOV app). Select the Start now below to begin.
- If you need help once you have logged in, follow these instructions.
Cost
When setting up direct debit you'll be advised of the fees for monthly, quarterly or annual payments.
You can also use the online calculator or view approximate fees for the most common vehicle types - visit the vehicle registration fees page.
What happens next
You'll receive an email or SMS before automatic payments are debited to make sure there are sufficient funds in the account.
If the first attempt fails, you'll receive an email or SMS advising that a second attempt will be made. Reasons for a failed payment include:
- insufficient funds
- there are outstanding fines
- a defect or written off notification is recorded.
If the payment fails on 2 consecutive occasions, the vehicle will be removed from direct debit and a registration renewal notice will be sent by post.
Once direct debit has been setup, paper renewals will no longer be sent. If you need a copy of your paper renewal or registration certificate, you can find this in your mySAGOV account by following these steps.
Need help?
Contact Service SA
Online
Only send general enquiries online. Service SA will respond within 3 working days.
If the matter is urgent or is specifically about your current licence or registration, phone or visit a Service SA centre instead.
Phone
Call Service SA between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays:
- 13 10 84
- +61 8 8226 0206 (overseas callers).
In person
Service SA centre locations and opening hours.
