Eligible Volunteers Rebate Scheme
Eligible volunteers and life members can access a rebate in recognition of their dedication and commitment to their communities.
You can apply for the rebate from late July 2025
Emergency services volunteers make an enormous sacrifice for their communities and our state. To recognise their efforts, the Victorian Government has created the Eligible Volunteers Rebate Scheme.
This Volunteers Rebate allows eligible volunteers and life members to get a rebate on their Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund (ESVF) costs. The ESVF is replacing the Fire Services Property Levy.
To apply, you’ll need your:
- 1. Unique Volunteer member number
- 2. Rates notice
- 3. Proof of identification details.
Volunteers will be able to apply for the rebate once councils have sent out their rates notices.
The scheme will be managed by the Victorian Government through the Department of Government Services.
Am I eligible?
To access the rebate, you must be an eligible volunteer or life member of one of the following organisations:
- Country Fire Authority (CFA)
- Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES)
- Shepparton Search and Rescue Squad
Rebates can be claimed on an eligible person’s principal place of residence or farm.
If you have any issues, a dedicated hotline will be available.
For more info go to the Victorian Government website.