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Driving & Transport

Vehicle Registration & Transfer

Register a vehicle or transfer ownership.

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New vehicle registration and ownership transfers are handled by the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT). A Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) is now required for registration and transfer.

How to apply

  1. 1Obtain the required forms and get a TIN from the Inland Revenue Department.
  2. 2Submit purchase / transfer documents with the current owner’s details.
  3. 3Pay registration or transfer charges.
  4. 4Receive the updated registration certificate (CR).

Documents required

  • TIN (Taxpayer Identification Number)
  • Purchase / sale documents
  • Current registration certificate (for transfer)
  • NIC of buyer and seller

Fees & time

ServiceTimeFee
Registration / transferVariesPer DMT schedule

Fees can change — confirm on the official site or call 1919 before paying.

Good to know

A TIN is mandatory for new registration and ownership transfer. Confirm current charges with the DMT.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a TIN?

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Yes — a Taxpayer Identification Number is now required to register a vehicle or transfer ownership.

Who issues the TIN?

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The Inland Revenue Department (IRD); registration is free.

Last updated: 2026-07-25