Motor Vehicle Change of Ownership

Applicants are required to submit the following;

• Current original registration book completed and signed by both parties
• Certified copies of valid identities for both current and new owners
• For all organisations, registration book must be stamped and signed by an authorized personnel

In case of deceased owner:

• Certified copy of death certificate
• Certification letter from Kgosi, District Commissioner or a Court order indicating the legal beneficiary.
• Certified copy of the beneficiary’s applicable identity

Note: If there is a dispute the beneficiary shall be determined by a competent court of law 

In case of Court order

• Writ of execution
• Copy of Court order (addressed to the Department of road transport and safety)
• Copy of notice of sale

For auctioned vehicles:

• Registration book completed and signed by both the current and new owners
• Proof of purchase