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Vehicle Registration

Complete guide to vehicle registration in Trinidad & Tobago

Everything you need to know about registering your vehicle in Trinidad & Tobago. From new purchases to ownership transfers, renewals, and special categories - we guide you through every step of the process.

Registration Statistics

650,000+

Registered vehicles in Trinidad & Tobago

30 Days

Legal requirement to register after purchase

90%

Online registration success rate

24/7

Online services availability

Registration Services

New Vehicle Registration
5-7 business days
Register a brand new vehicle for the first time
Registration Fee:TT$400-800

Required Documents:

  • Bill of sale/Invoice
  • Customs entry (imports)
  • Insurance certificate
  • National ID/Passport
Start Registration
Used Vehicle Registration
3-5 business days
Register a pre-owned vehicle or transfer from another jurisdiction
Registration Fee:TT$300-600

Required Documents:

  • Bill of sale
  • Previous registration
  • Insurance certificate
  • Vehicle inspection certificate
Start Registration
Transfer of Ownership
2-3 business days
Transfer vehicle ownership between private parties
Registration Fee:TT$200-400

Required Documents:

  • Completed transfer form
  • Buyer and seller ID
  • Current registration
  • Insurance certificate
Start Registration
Registration Renewal
Same day
Renew your existing vehicle registration annually
Registration Fee:TT$150-300

Required Documents:

  • Current registration
  • Valid insurance
  • Inspection certificate
  • Tax compliance certificate
Start Registration

Registration Process

1

Prepare Documents

Gather all required documents and ensure validity

2

Vehicle Inspection

Complete mandatory safety inspection

3

Submit Application

Apply online or visit licensing office

4

Make Payment

Pay registration fees securely

5

Receive Registration

Get certificate and license plates

Vehicle Categories & Fees

Private Vehicles

Motor Cars

Sedans, hatchbacks, SUVs for personal use

TT$400

Station Wagons

Family vehicles with extended cargo space

TT$450

Pickup Trucks

Light trucks for personal and light commercial use

TT$500

Motorcycles

Two-wheeled motor vehicles

TT$200
Commercial Vehicles

Taxis (H-Plate)

Licensed passenger transport vehicles

TT$600

Maxi Taxis

Route-based passenger transport

TT$800

Delivery Vans

Commercial goods transport vehicles

TT$700

Trucks

Heavy commercial vehicles (varies by weight)

TT$1000+
Special Categories

Government Vehicles

Official government fleet vehicles

Exempt

Diplomatic Vehicles

Embassy and consular vehicles

Exempt

Classic/Vintage

Vehicles 25+ years old

TT$300

Electric Vehicles

Environmentally friendly vehicles with incentives

TT$300

Detailed Information

New Vehicle Registration
Requirements for registering a new vehicle
  • Purchase invoice or bill of sale
  • Customs entry (for imported vehicles)
  • Valid insurance certificate
  • National ID or passport
  • Vehicle inspection certificate
Transfer of Ownership
Requirements for ownership transfers
  • Completed transfer form (signed by both parties)
  • Current vehicle registration
  • Buyer and seller identification
  • New insurance certificate
  • Tax compliance certificate

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