Application for transfer of registration at a glance
What it is: Application for transfer of registration.
Who signs: This form is to be used to change the registered operator(1) of a currently registered(2) vehicle (e.g. car, motorcycle, caravan) with Victorian number plates attached. This form must be completed and signed by both the seller(3) and the buyer(4) and returned to VicRoads within 14 days of vehicle sale.
A filled-in Application for transfer of registration example: a buyer lodges a transfer

How to fill out Application for transfer of registration, box by box
Vehicle details

All fields are mandatory and should be completed clearly in ink using BLOCK letters.
Enter the Registration number, Make, Model, Year and Body type.
Enter the VIN (or chassis number if no VIN). A VIN is a unique 17 digit identifier made up of numbers and letters on a vehicle. For vehicles manufactured prior to 1989, provide a chassis number.
Enter the Date of sale as dd/mm/yyyy. To avoid liability for traffic offences and penalties, provide the exact date the vehicle was sold/transferred. The date of sale refers to the date of transfer or delivery, when the buyer takes possession of the vehicle from the seller.
Is this vehicle recorded on the Victorian or interstate written-off vehicles register?
Certificate of Roadworthiness (RWC)

An original Victorian RWC issued not more than 30 days before the date of sale must be attached, unless exempt.
Visit vicroads.vic.gov.au and search for information on roadworthy exemptions.
Enter the RWC serial number, the RWC issue date (dd/mm/yyyy) and the RWC tester's licence number.
The original RWC must be attached when this form is lodged.
Seller details

Under Seller details, enter the Surname OR company name and the Given name(s) or ACN/ACRN.
Enter the Victorian licence/customer number of seller or company. A Victorian licence/customer number is a unique 9 digit number issued by VicRoads to corporations and individuals. The customer number is the same as a Victorian licence number if an individual has been issued with a learner permit or driver licence.
Under Seller details, enter the Residential address or company address and the Postcode.
Under Seller details, enter the Mobile phone no. (or other if not applicable) and the Email.
If someone is lodging the transfer on behalf of the seller, their details must be provided: Full name of representative and Victorian licence/customer number of representative.
Buyer details

Under Buyer details, enter the Surname or company name and the Given name(s) or ACN/ACRN.
Enter the Victorian licence/customer number of buyer or company. If the buyer/company does not have a Victorian licence/customer number, full evidence of identity documentation must be provided in person at a VicRoads Customer Service Centre.
Under Buyer details, enter the Residential address or company address and the Postcode.
Enter the Postal address (if different to residential address or company address) and the Postcode.
Enter the Garage address (if different to residential address or company address) and the Postcode. A garage address is where the vehicle will normally be kept (e.g. home, office or heavy vehicle depot). VicRoads will only register vehicles garaged in Victoria.
Under Buyer details, enter the Mobile phone no. (or other if not applicable) and the Email.
If someone is lodging the transfer on behalf of the buyer, their details must be provided: Full name of representative and Victorian licence/customer number of representative.
Payment details

Enter the Market value(11) or sale price of the vehicle in A. Declare the greater of the market value or the sale price. To avoid penalties do not under declare the market value.
Market value, also known as dutiable value, is the vehicle purchase price or the price at which a vehicle might reasonably be sold on the open market, whichever is higher.
Use the online calculator at vicroads.vic.gov.au/transfer-fees to determine the applicable motor vehicle duty(12) and transfer fee(13).
Enter the Motor vehicle duty in B and the Transfer fee in C. Each has an Exempt box.
For fee and duty exemptions, visit vicroads.vic.gov.au.
Enter the Total fee payable, B + C.
The rate of duty is charged per $200, or part, of the dutiable value of the vehicle based on the vehicle classification (checked November 7, 2026).
Market value of the vehicle is up to $80,809 0.042 (checked November 7, 2026).
Market value of the vehicle is over $80,810 up to $100,000 0.052 (checked November 7, 2026).
Market value of the vehicle is over $100,000 up to $150,000 0.07 (checked November 7, 2026).
Market value of the vehicle is more than $150,000 0.09 (checked November 7, 2026).
Regardless of the market value: The vehicle is a Low Emission Vehicle, the buyer is a primary producer, or the vehicle is a non-passenger vehicle (motorbike, van, bus, truck, heavy trailer, equipment) 0.042.
Tick if applicable

Tick if applicable: Low Emission Vehicle or Buyer is a primary producer.
Low Emission Vehicle(14): tailpipe CO2 emissions of 120g/km or less. Check your vehicle's emission levels at greenvehicleguide.gov.au.
To apply for a primary producer discount, complete a Primary producer discount application form available at transport.vic.gov.au.
Declaration
More rules for Application for transfer of registration
WARNING: Both the seller and buyer need to provide complete and accurate information so the registration can be transferred successfully. Otherwise, the registration will not be transferred, and the seller may be liable for any traffic offences that the buyer (new registered operator) may incur.
A COPY OR PHOTO OF THIS COMPLETED FORM MUST BE RETAINED BY BOTH THE SELLER AND BUYER AS PROOF OF TRANSFER.
Further, any authority or approval, given as a result of you providing such information/documents, may be reversed and have no effect.
If your situation is different
Notify VicRoads of the transfer of registration
Notify Vicroads of the transfer of registration: To complete a registration transfer, provide Vicroads with all the transfer details and the RWC and fees (unless exempt) within 14 days of sale by: Transferring the vehicle online when the seller and/or buyer have myvicroads accounts. The seller must first submit a Notice of Disposal, and the next day the buyer can complete the transfer using myvicroads by providing the RWC and fees (unless exempt). Visiting a Vicroads Customer Service Centre with evidence of identity, refer to vicroads.vic.gov.au/office-locations. Mail (including a completed Credit or debit card authorisation form if paying by credit or debit card, available at vicroads.vic.gov.au/transfer-forms). Mail to: GPO Box 1644, Melbourne VIC 3001. If you are acting on behalf of the seller, buyer, or a company, you must provide your details on this form to transfer the registration. For deceased estates, refer to vicroads.vic.gov.au/deceased-estate.
Common questions about Application for transfer of registration
Is there a penalty?
WARNING: Providing false or misleading information or documents is a serious offence under the Road Safety Act 1986 and Marine Safety Act 2010, as applicable, and can result in you being fined or imprisoned.
When is this form not the right one?
Current registration: registration expires at midnight of the registration expiry date. If the vehicle does not meet this definition, do not use this form and refer to vicroads.vic.gov.au/transfers for unregistered transfer information.
Sources
[1] Application for transfer of registration (DTP1142 07/26), Department of Transport and Planning, Victoria (the Official source link on this page).



