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IPVA is a mandatory state tax for motor vehicle owners in Brazil.
The Government of São Paulo released this Monday (9) the payment schedule for IPVA (Motor Vehicle Property Tax) 2027. The tax can be paid in cash, with a 3% discount, between January 11th and 22nd, according to the end of the vehicle's license plate. It will also be possible to pay in up to five installments, without discount, from January to May.
The 3% discount does not apply to vehicles that are entitled to the rate reduction provided for in the state IPVA law. Those who prefer to pay the full amount in cash can do so in February, without discount, on the same days established for January, according to the end of the sign.
Anyone who fails to pay an installment on time, from the second onwards, breaks the installment plan. The outstanding balance will be charged with interest and fines from the unpaid due date.
See the cash payment schedule, with a 3% discount:

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