Print

Guidelines for Transfer of Vehicle Registration and Notice of Disposal

1. Who needs to complete this form?

Anyone who has acquired a motor vehicle or who has disposed of one, must complete and return one of these forms.

2. How much money will I have to pay?

If you notify the Registrar of the sale of your vehicle you will not be required to pay any fees.  However if you are transferring a vehicle into your name you will be required to pay a transfer fee and a duty charge calculated on the market value.  To find out how much you need to pay turn to the next page and see:

  •  How to calculate your transfer charges &
  • How to calculate your duty.

If you have any problems or questions please call our Transport Enquiry Service on 1300 851 225 for the cost of a local call.

3. How long do I have to transfer the vehicle?

The new registered operator (BUYER) must transfer the registration of the vehicle into their name within 14 days of taking on responsibility.

4. What are the penalties for not paying on time?

If the vehicle is not transferred within 14 days, you are committing an offence that may result in a fine and a penalty of up to twice the initial duty charge.

5. How long do I have to notify the Registrar of the sale of my vehicle?

If you have just sold or given your vehicle to someone, you are required to notify the Registrar of Motor Vehicles within 7 days. There is no fee involved. Disposal notices can be left at any Service Tasmania shop.

6. What will happen if I fail to notify the Registrar within 7 days?

Until you notify the Registrar of the sale of your vehicle you will remain legally responsible and may be held liable for any camera detected or other offences.

7. What things should I check before purchasing a vehicle?

When purchasing a motor vehicle, it is important to check the registration status recorded with the Registrar of Motor Vehicles. Although the seller may have current registration papers in their name, these are not proof of legal ownership nor are they necessarily indicative that the vehicle is currently registered. To ensure the status of the vehicle, visit the Registration Status Service .

  • There are no financial encumbrances recorded against the vehicle.   If the vehicle is financially encumbered it is important to contact the holder of the encumbrance before completing the deal. Failure to do so may result in the vehicle being repossessed from you at a later date.
  • To confirm registration details – always check to make sure the details that you have been given by the seller are correct. Personal information can not be disclosed but you can confirm the registration details eg the registration expiry date etc.               

8. Where can I pay?
Transfer applications can be paid at any Service Tasmania Shop.

          
9. How can I pay?
Payments can be made at any Service Tasmania shop by cash, cheque or EFTPOS. 

POINTS TO REMEMBER

Current Registered Operator (ie Seller)

  • When you are no longer responsible for a vehicle (ie you sell it or give it to someone) you must notify the Registrar of Motor Vehicles within 7 days of the sale or disposal.
  • Ensure that all registered operators sign the disposal notice.
  • Note: It is an offence to fail to notify the Registrar of the disposal of a vehicle. If you do not you may be held liable for any speed camera and other offences involving the vehicle.
  • You should fill the Disposal Notice and send it to the Registrar of Motor Vehicles at GPO Box 1002, Hobart 7001, or attend a Service Tasmania shop.
  • You should keep a copy of the Disposal Notice for your future reference.

New Registered Operator (ie Buyer)

  • When you become the new operator of a vehicle (ie you buy it or someone gives it to you) you must transfer the registration of the vehicle into your name, pay transfer and duty fees within 14 days of acquiring the vehicle.
  • If the the vehicle is a light vehicle and is registered in joint names, a designated operator must be nominated.
  • To avoid delay, lodge your completed Application for the Transfer of Vehicle Registration together with fees at Service Tasmania shop. Note: It is an offence not to transfer the registration within 14 days.

Before signing any papers:

Alternatively this information is available http://www.transport.tas.gov.au

  • Note: A certificate of registration identifies the person responsible for the vehicle. It is not evidence of legal ownership.

How To Calculate Your Transfer Charges

For information regarding transfer fees visit our web site at: www.transport.tas.gov.au or contact the Transport Enquiry Service on 1300 851 225.

How To Calculate Your Duty

Duty can vary depending on price paid or market value of the vehicle. For further information visit www.sro.tas.gov.au


Check List - Current Registered Operator (Seller)

Check List - New Registered Operator (Buyer)

Complete and sign both the Application for Transfer of  Vehicle Registration and Disposal Notice (make sure all current registered operators have signed).

Send the Disposal Notice separately to the Registrar of Motor Vehicles within 7 days of the sale of the vehicleor attend a Service Tasmania Shop.

Keep a copy for your future reference.

You may also give a copy to the new registered operator but always notify the Registrar of Motor Vehicles separately.

 Check the Vehicle Registration Status Service to confirm the registration status of the vehicle before purchase. 

Obtain registration certificate from the current registered operator/s.

Complete and sign the Application for Transfer of Vehicle   Registration. Make sure that all current registered operator/s (seller/s) have signed both the Application for Transfer of Vehicle Registration and Notice of Disposal.

Lodge the Application for the Transfer of Vehicle Registration     together with fees to a Service Tasmania Shop.