How much does a vehicle ownership transfer cost?

The main cost is the IPT (provincial transcription tax): from around €150 for cars up to 53 kW to over €600 for high-power vehicles. Add ACI fees (~€32) and agency costs if you use one.

What happens if I don't transfer ownership within 60 days?

The seller remains the registered owner and may receive fines from the new driver. The buyer risks penalties for failing to register. It is in both parties' interest to complete the transfer promptly.

Can I buy a car on lease or finance and immediately transfer ownership?

A leased car is registered to the leasing company, not the driver: it cannot be sold until the lease is paid off or bought out. A financed car is already registered to the buyer but may have restrictions: check with the finance company first.

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Vehicle ownership transfer

The vehicle ownership transfer is the formal act by which a car changes owner. It must be completed at an ACI/Motorizzazione office or an Automotive Telematic Counter (STA) within 60 days of signing the deed of sale. The cost varies by vehicle power and province.

Authority

ACI / Motorizzazione Civile

Time

1-2 ore

Updated

Apr 2026

What you need

✓Deed of sale signed by both seller and buyer (2 copies)
✓Original vehicle registration document
✓Identity documents of seller and buyer
✓Tax codes of both parties
✓Payment: provincial transcription tax (IPT) + ACI fees
✓New RC car insurance in the buyer's name (before driving)

Step-by-step procedure

Sign the deed of sale

Seller and buyer sign the private deed of sale. It must include: details of both parties, plate and vehicle data, agreed price, date and signature. Notarial authentication is not required for private parties.

The seller must keep a copy of the deed to report the sale and avoid liability for future traffic violations.

The seller notifies the sale

The seller must report the transfer within 60 days to the Motorizzazione via the Driver's Portal (sportellodelmotorista.it) or at an STA or automotive practice office. This releases the seller from liability for future violations.

The buyer (or STA) submits the registration request to the Public Automotive Registry (PRA) within 60 days. The provincial transcription tax (IPT, variable by power and province) and ACI fees are paid. The registration document is updated with the new owner.

An automotive practice agency can handle everything for you, usually for €150-250 in fees.

Insure the vehicle before driving

The buyer must take out a new RC car insurance policy in their name before driving. If the seller immediately cancels their policy, the vehicle is uninsured: the new owner cannot drive until they have their own insurance.

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Authority

ACI / Motorizzazione Civile

Phone

06.4987.1

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The information in this guide is for orientation only and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Always verify on the official portal of the responsible authority.