Apply to licence and register your vehicle
If you would like to register your vehicle with the City so that you can prove you are the owner, you can follow the steps below. Please ensure that the seller of the vehicle is the registered owner of the vehicle before you purchase it. You must register your vehicle within 21 days after a change of ownership.
Different types of vehicle registration processes
If your registration needs fall under the following categories, please contact your nearest
MVR centre directly for assistance:
- Repossessed
- Recovered
- Deceased Estate
- Abandoned/loss of Income
- Traffic auction
- Liquidation
- Built-up
- Chassis cab
Please note
If you want to change the particulars of your vehicle (chassis number, colour, etc), you will have to contact the call centre on
0860 103 089, and they will advise you about what you require to notify the City about the changes.
How to register and licence a new vehicle
Registering your new vehicle for licensing is an easy process as long as you have all the right documents.
You will need
- a manufacturer’s certificate with all vehicle details;
- proof of purchase;
- proof of address;
- a copy of acceptable identification;
- the registration and licence fee; and
- valid roadworthy status for your vehicle (if you don't have a valid roadworthy status, the licence disc will not print).
Step 1: Get all your documents in order and make sure that they are all “appropriate” – which means can be accepted by the City.
For example, appropriate proof of address would have to come from a utility bill or any other official account documentary. Acceptable identification needs to be a South African ID or passport or driver’s licence.
Step 2: Download and complete the Registration and Licensing of Motor Vehicle Application Form at the bottom of the page.
Step 3: Gather all your documents and take to your nearest
motor vehicle registration office to submit and complete your new vehicle registration.
Step 4: Once you have paid the registration and licence fee you will receive your vehicle licence disc, registration number and your registration papers.
Step 5: Store the papers in a safe place; cut out the disc and stick in on the inside of your car. If you don't display it, you could be fined.
registering a vehicle for a minor
To register a vehicle in a minor’s name you will need the child's birth certificate and a letter from the parents or guardians stating that they accept full legal responsibility for the vehicle they are registering in the minor’s name.
Register and licence a used/pre-owned vehicle
If you have purchased a used or pre-owned vehicle, then it is important to make sure that the car is registered and licensed under your name within 21 days after purchase.
You will need
- a registration certificate;
- proof of purchase;
- copy of acceptable identification;
- proof of address;
- registration and licence fee; and
- valid roadworthy status for your vehicle.
Step 1: Get all your documents in order, as outlined in the box above, and make sure that they are all appropriate and can be accepted by the City.
Step 2: Make sure that the seller completes a Notification of Change of Ownership Form, at the bottom of this page, and submits it to confirm change of ownership or that the seller gives proof of purchase
Step 3: Download and complete the Registration and Licensing of Motor Vehicle Application Form at the bottom of the page.
Step 4: Visit your nearest motor vehicle registration office to submit your documentation and complete your vehicle registration.
Step 5: Once you have paid the registration and licence fee you will receive your vehicle licence disc and registration papers.
Step 6: Store the papers in a safe place, cut out the disc and stick in on the inside of your car. If you don't display it, you could be fined.
Make an online appointment
You can avoid queues by booking a slot to register or renew your motor vehicle licence, pay your municipal account, make enquiries or make account payment arrangements.
This is only available at a few selected branches, however we are implementing the
booking facility at more of our facilities in a phased approach.
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