Pay a SPER debt
Part of the Fines and notices topic
Pay a State Penalties Enforcement Registry (SPER) debt in full.
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You can use this service to pay a SPER debt in full.
You can pay online, by post, over the phone or in person. See How to pay a SPER debt for details.
You'll be taken to another website.
What you should know
You can pay your SPER debt in full online. This is the quickest way to stop or prevent enforcement action.
If you can't pay in full, you might be able to apply for a payment plan.
See Pay a SPER debt by payment plan.
Who can use this service
You can pay a SPER debt if:
- you received a SPER enforcement order
- you are another person authorised to act on behalf of the order holder.
Don't use this service if:
- you have received an overdue notice from the agency who issued the original fine.
Instead, pay your notice with the issuing agency.
How to pay a SPER debt
Choose how to pay and follow the steps.
Step 1: Gather your documents
Gather your SPER enforcement order and your client number or party ID. This number is on the enforcement order.
Step 2: Log into SPER Online
You'll be taken to our payment portal.
Step 3: Pay the debt
Pay by direct debit or one of these credit cards:
- Mastercard
- Visa.
If you can't pay in full, you might be able to apply for a payment plan.
Step 4: Receive the outcome
You will get confirmation payment has been received.
Step 1: Gather your documents
Gather your SPER enforcement order and your client number or party ID. This number is on the enforcement order.
Step 2: Visit an office or courthouse
You can visit one of the following:
Step 3: Pay the debt
Pay in full by one of the following options:
- cash
- Mastercard
- Visa
- money order
- cheque.
You cannot set up a payment plan in person.
Step 4: Receive the outcome
You will get confirmation payment has been received.
Step 1: Gather your documents
Gather your SPER enforcement order and your client number or party ID. This number is on the enforcement order.
Step 2: Pay the debt
Pay by either:
- money order
- cheque.
Step 3: Post the payment
Post your full payment and enforcement order to:
The Registrar
SPER
GPO Box 1387
BRISBANE QLD 4001
Step 4: Receive the outcome
You will get confirmation payment has been received.
Step 1: Gather your documents
Gather your SPER enforcement order and your client number or party ID. This number is on the enforcement order.
Step 2: Call 1300 365 635
Monday to Friday (excludes public holidays)
8am to 5pm
Step 3: Pay the debt
Pay in full by direct debit or one of these credit cards:
- Mastercard
- Visa.
Step 4: Receive the outcome
You will get confirmation payment has been received.
How long it takes
Processing time begins when a payment is made or a payment plan is set up.
An enforcement action stops once payment is received.
How much it costs
There are no fees, surcharges or interest applied.
From the Help centre
Find answers to frequently asked questions about services, including:
State Penalties Enforcement Registry (SPER)
Find more in the Help centre.
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