Window tinting

Window tinting in Australia: prices and state rules

Updated 3 November 2026

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Window tinting in Australia usually costs from about A$200 for basic film to A$950 or more for a full car with premium ceramic film. The quickest way to get prices for your car and tint level is to describe it in a free BlaBlaPrice request.

Tint limits differ by state

Each state sets its own rules for how dark the film can be, so the same film can be legal in one state and not in another. In Victoria, the VSI 2 vehicle standard sets the limits for window film. In Western Australia no tint is allowed on the windscreen, front side windows may have 35% VLT, and windows behind the driver may have 20%. In South Australia, removing a non-compliant tint typically costs A$150–A$400, so check the film before it is fitted.

Licences and what to check

According to one industry guide, tinting does not need a government licence in Australia, but the quality of the fitting still matters. Ask whether the price includes removing old film, because old film is harder to take off and adds to the job. Ask for a warranty on the film too; some installers quote a lifetime warranty.

Season and what changes the price

Tint matters most in summer, from December to February, when the sun is strongest in Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide. If your deadline allows, booking in winter (June to August) may mean a shorter wait, but ask the shop. Prices are usually quoted per window or for the whole car, and the make and model change the price because windows differ in size and shape.

What to write in your request

Say which windows you want tinted, the tint level you want and your car's make and model. Add the film you prefer, whether you want ceramic film, and whether there is old film to remove. Give your city or suburb, your deadline and your budget, so sellers can quote for your car rather than an average one.

On BlaBlaPrice you describe your car in your own words in a free chat, and the AI asks for anything missing, looks through sellers' websites and price lists in Australia, then shows the prices and shops it found. Local sellers reply in the chat with their own offer, including price, terms and delivery, and your contact details stay hidden until you decide to share them. Start a request or read about car and motorcycle servicing.