This page contains information and requirements of an operator
selling a vehicle in the Australian Capital Territory.
Selling a Vehicle in the ACT
When the operatorship of a vehicle changes hands, the registration
for the vehicle must pass to the new operator. Registration must
be transferred within 14 days from the date of sale. If the
registration is not transferred within 14 days a late fee will apply.
At the time of sale, fill in the "Application to Transfer the
Registration of this Vehicle" and the "Notice of Disposal" which you
will find on the reverse side of your current registration certificate.
Both sections need to be filled in by the current registered operator(s)
and the person buying the vehicle.
You need to keep the Notice of Disposal and give the Application to
Transfer the Registration of this Vehicle (top section) to the person
buying the vehicle as they will need this part to transfer the
registration. Do not give the Notice of Disposal to the buyer as
it must be returned to any
ACT Government Shopfront. If you
have misplaced your registration papers, please print this
Notice of Disposal, complete the form
and return it.
Transfer of Registration is different to transfer of ownership, so
make sure that you give a receipt to the person buying the vehicle as
proof of sale.
If you sell your vehicle to an interstate buyer, you
will need to follow the same process as you would if
you were selling your vehicle in the ACT (see
above). The buyer will need to contact their
local Road Transport Authority about the
requirements to establish registration in their
state.
If the vehicle is sold with current
registration, the number plates should remain on the
vehicle and the buyer will then be entitled to
obtain a refund for any unused portion of ACT
registration and Compulsory Third Party Insurance (CTPI)
if applicable. A cancellation fee will apply.
If you have arranged to sell the vehicle without
registration you will need to surrender the plates
to any
ACT Government Shopfront.
Upon surrender of the plates you will be entitled to
a refund for any unused portion of ACT registration
and CTPI if applicable. A cancellation fee
will apply.