Whether you’re buying or selling a car in NSW, transferring the registration is essential to ensure the vehicle remains legally allowed on the road. To help you through the process, we’ve put together a clear and comprehensive guide below.
How to Transfer Registration in NSW as a Seller
Once the sale is complete, you’ll need to submit a Notice of Disposal (NOD) to finalise the transfer. This can be done either:
- Online via the Service NSW website, or
- In person at a Service NSW Centre.
For a step-by-step guide on submitting your NOD online, read our NOD Submission Guide.
What You’ll Need to Submit the NOD Online:
- The vehicle’s NSW registration details
- Your NSW Driver Licence or Photo Card details
- The buyer’s NSW Driver Licence details
- If selling to a dealership: their NSW motor dealer licence number and registered business name
- The sale date (also known as the date of disposal)
- The sale price or the market value of the vehicle, whichever is higher
- An active MyServiceNSW Account
When You’ll Need to Submit the NOD In Person or by Mail:
You’ll need to submit the form in person at a Service NSW Centre or send it by mail if:
- You do not have a NSW Driver Licence or Photo Card
- The vehicle has conditional registration
- You’re disposing of the vehicle on behalf of a company or organisation
- The buyer lives interstate and holds an interstate driver licence
- The buyer is an interstate motor dealer without a NSW motor dealer licence
If you’re unable to complete the process online, simply visit a Service NSW Centre or mail the completed paper form. At the Centre, let the staff know you’re there to submit a Notice of Disposal, and they’ll guide you through the process. to submit a NOD form in person. They’ll assist you with the submission process.
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Transferring Car Registration in NSW as a Buyer
If you’ve recently acquired a vehicle in NSW, whether through purchase or as a gift—you must transfer the registration within 14 days to avoid a late transfer fee. Here’s what you need to know:
Transferring Registration Online
The quickest and easiest way to transfer registration is through the MyServiceNSW website—provided the previous owner has already lodged a Notice of Disposal (NOD).
You can complete the transfer in under an hour if you have the following:
- A valid NSW driver’s licence
- The vehicle’s NSW registration
- The registration plate number
- Any applicable concession details
- Purchase details: date of purchase and sale price or market value (whichever is higher)
When You Must Transfer In Person
You’ll need to visit a Service NSW Centre if:
- The previous owner has not submitted a Notice of Disposal
- You purchased the vehicle on behalf of a business or organisation, or from interstate
- You’re transferring the vehicle due to the death of the registered owner
- You’re the carer or guardian of the vehicle’s owner
- The vehicle is classified as heavy (gross vehicle mass over 4.5 tonnes)
- The vehicle has custom number plates you don’t wish to keep (these must be returned to a Service Centre)
- The vehicle’s previous NSW registration expired more than 3 months ago (in this case, you may be eligible for a stamp duty exemption)
Documents Required for In-Person Transfer
To complete the transfer at a Service NSW Centre, you’ll need:
- A completed Application for Transfer form (available online or at any Service Centre)
- Proof of identity
- Proof of entitlement to register the vehicle (e.g., bill of sale)
- Concession details, if applicable
- Payment for the registration transfer fee, stamp duty, and any personalised plate transfer fee, if relevant
FAQs
How Much Does It Cost to Transfer Registration in NSW?
Registration Transfer Fees:
- Within 14 days of acquiring the vehicle: $37
- After 14 days: $172
Fees are accurate as of May 2024, according to Service NSW.
Do I Need to Pay Stamp Duty When Transferring Registration?
Yes, stamp duty applies when transferring registration—just like when buying a new vehicle. However, there are exemptions available, such as for certain electric vehicles or specific situations.
Standard stamp duty rate:
- 3% of the vehicle’s value
For passenger vehicles over $45,000 (with up to 9 seats):
$1,350 plus 5% of every dollar over $45,000
Do I Need to Pay Motor Vehicle Tax?
In most cases, no additional motor vehicle tax is required during the transfer.
However, if the seller claimed a tax concession and you’re not eligible for that same concession, you may need to pay the difference.
Do I Need a New Green Slip (CTP Insurance)?
No. Compulsory Third Party (CTP) insurance, also known as a Green Slip, is automatically transferred to the new owner when the registration is transferred.
Do I Need a New Pink Slip (Roadworthy Certificate)?
No. As long as the vehicle’s registration is current in NSW, you do not need to obtain a new Pink Slip (Roadworthy Certificate) during the transfer.