Completing the AU-463 form online with FormsPal is fast and straightforward. Follow these steps to fill out and download the Connecticut motor vehicle gift declaration:
Step 1: Click the "Get Form" button at the top of this page to open the AU-463 in our free online PDF editor. No software download or installation is required.
Step 2: The AU-463 has two main sections: one for the donor and one for the donee. Fill in all required fields, including the vehicle or vessel description, both parties' names, and signatures. You can type directly into the form, edit text, and sign it electronically.
Section 1 of the form requires the following fields to be completed:
Section 2 requires these details: Donor, Print donor name, Donor signature, Donee, Print donee name, Donee signature, AU Rev, Date, and Date.
Pay close attention to the Donee section when entering names and dates. Errors in this section are a common reason the CT DMV returns forms for correction.
Step 3: After completing all fields, click "Done" to save your form. You can download the AU-463 as a PDF, email it to the other party, or print it directly from FormsPal. Your completed form is saved in your account for future access.
Step 4: Once both parties have signed the AU-463, submit it to any Connecticut DMV office along with the signed vehicle title and any required DMV fees. Both signatures are required before the CT DMV will process the title transfer.
Tips for Completing the AU-463 Without Errors
- Use full legal names as they appear on government-issued ID for both the donor and donee.
- Do not leave any required fields blank. The CT DMV will return incomplete forms.
- Ensure both parties sign the form before submission. A single signature is not sufficient.
- Keep a copy of the completed AU-463 for your records after submitting it to the DMV.
- Resolve any outstanding liens on the vehicle before the gift transfer to avoid complications.
- If the form is corrected after signing, both parties may need to sign the form again.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the AU 463 form used for?
The AU-463 is Connecticut's official Motor Vehicle and Vessel Gift Declaration. It certifies that a vehicle or vessel is being transferred as a gift, with no financial compensation from the recipient to the donor. The CT DMV requires this form to process all gift transfers of titled motor vehicles and vessels in Connecticut.
Who needs to fill out the AU-463?
Both the donor (the person giving the vehicle) and the donee (the person receiving it) must complete and sign the AU-463. The CT DMV requires both signatures before processing the title transfer.
Is sales tax owed when gifting a vehicle in Connecticut?
Connecticut generally exempts vehicle gift transfers between qualifying family members from the 6.35% state sales tax. Completing the AU-463 correctly and submitting it with the title allows the DMV to verify the gift and apply the exemption. Transfers between non-family members may still be taxable.
Is the AU-463 the same as a bill of sale?
No. A bill of sale documents a financial transaction between buyer and seller. The AU-463 specifically certifies that no money changed hands, making it the required form for gift transfers in Connecticut. See our Connecticut AU-463 form page for related information, or explore the Form 29 transfer of ownership for other vehicle transfer scenarios.
Where do I submit the completed AU-463?
Submit the completed, signed AU-463 to any Connecticut DMV office along with the signed vehicle title and applicable fees. For other vehicle ownership change documents, see our change of car ownership template.
What happens if I make a mistake on the AU-463?
You can use FormsPal to fill out a new, corrected copy at any time. Using a clean, error-free form reduces the chance of rejection at the CT DMV. Both parties must sign the corrected form again before resubmitting.