Property tax is due twice a year in Vancouver:
- Advance taxes are due the second business day of February
- Main taxes are due the second business day of July (Note You can make your payment at any time after receiving your tax notice in the mail.)
Empty Homes Tax (VacancyTax) payment for 2025 is due April 16, 2026.
Property tax
| Dates | What's due |
|---|---|
|
November 12, 2025 |
Tax sale If taxes remain unpaid at the end of three years, the property is publicly auctioned at a tax sale to recover the taxes owing. |
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December 31, 2025 |
Balance for the year Any 2025 balance that remains unpaid after this date becomes in tax arrears and accrues 8.95% interest, effective January 1, 2026. |
| February 3, 2026 |
Advance taxes Last day to pay 2026 advance tax to avoid a 5% penalty on your unpaid balance. |
| July 3, 2026 |
Main taxes Last day to pay 2026 main tax, claim your homeowner grant, and complete your deferment application or renewal to avoid a 5% penalty on your unpaid balance. |
Empty Homes Tax (Vacancy Tax)
| Dates | What's due |
|---|---|
|
February 3, 2026 |
Submit property status declaration If you do not submit a declaration, you will automatically be billed the Vacancy Tax. |
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April 16, 2026 |
Payment due Last day to pay your 2025 Vacancy Tax (Empty Homes Tax) to avoid a 5% penalty on your unpaid balance. |
Access your property tax account
The fastest and easiest way to access your account and declared property status.
Set up an online account. You will need your access code. It can be found on your tax notice.