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Information and public services for the Island of Jersey

L'înformâtion et les sèrvices publyis pouor I'Île dé Jèrri

Change ownership of your vehicle or registration details

​​​You must make all changes to a vehicle's registration details by completing the relevant sections on the Vehicle Registration Document (VRD1).

Once you have completed the relevant sections, you should deliver the VRD1 to Driver and Vehicle Standards (DVS) within 7 days.

Transfer ownership of a vehicle

If you buy or sell a Jersey registered vehicle, the buyer and seller must complete the following details on the reverse of the Vehicle Registration Document (VRD1).

There is no fee for this service.

Buyer (new owner)

  1. complete section 1 of part A
  2. sign and date box 1 of section 4 of part A
  3. sign and date box 3 of part B
  4. complete the remainder of part B (excluding box 4)

Once the seller has completed their sections, ensure that you're given part A of the VRD1 and return it to Driver and Vehicle Standards within 7 days.

Seller (current owner)

  1. make sure the buyer has completed their sections
  2. sign and date box 2 of Section 4 of part A
  3. sign and date box 4 of part B
  4. separate the VRD1 and give part A to the buyer

You must return part B to Driver and Vehicle Standards within 7 days.

​Change your address or name

If you change your address or name you need to update your details on the Vehicle Registration Document (VRD1):

  1. complete the new details in section 1 of part A on the back of your VRD1
  2. sign and date box 1 of section 4 of part A
  3. return the whole document to DVS within 7 days of the change 

For change of name, you also need to send proof of your new name. For example, a copy of your marriage certificate or deed poll.

For change of address only, you can also update your contact details with Government departments. You'll need your Government digital ID. An updated VRD1 will be sent to your new address.

There is no fee for this service.

Request a replacement Vehicle Registration Document (VRD1)

To receive a replacement VRD1 you must complete the following application form (VRD3)​​.

A replacement costs £18. You can pay by card, cheque (payable to the Treasurer of the States) or cash. Do not send cash by post.

Replacement vehicle registration document form (VRD3)​

If your replacement includes a change of name or address, your application must be accompanied with photographic identification.

Once completed, you can return the form by:

​Changes to your vehicle's details

If you change any of the vehicle details shown on the front of your Vehicle Registration Document (VRD1), including new paint colour or change of engine size, you need to:

  1. complete section 3 of part A, noting the changes to the vehicle details
  2. sign and date box 1 of section 4 of part A
  3. if engine has been replaced, provide proof of origin
  4. return the VRD1 to DVS within 7 days

There is no fee for this service.

Permanently export or scrap your vehicle

If you permanently export or scrap your vehicle you need to:

  1. complete the appropriate boxes in section 2 of part A of the Vehicle Registration Document (VRD1)
  2. sign and date box 1 of section 4 of part A
  3. return the VRD1 to DVS within 7 days

There is no fee for this service.

Before you permanently export or scrap your vehicle, you can apply to retain the use of a registration number.

Transfer ownership following the owner's death

The process for the vehicle transfer depends on the value of the movable estate.

You don't have to pay for these transfers.

Movable estates of £30,000 or less

If the value of the estate is £30,000 or less you need to provide:

  • the completed form below for transfer of vehicle for small estates
  • the original or certified copy of the death certificate
  • if application, the deceaced person's will
  • your photographic identification
  • the Vehicle Registration Document (VRD1)​

Transfer of vehicle form for small estates

Movable estates of more than £30,000

If the estate is more than £30,000 you need a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration to transfer ownership of a vehicle.

Probate and letters of administration

The executor or administrator must act as the seller and complete the Vehicle Registration Document (VRD1). The buyer should complete their required sections as detailed above.

If there's no buyer the executor or administrator can transfer the vehicle into their own name.

To complete the transfer the executor or administrator will need:

  • completed VRD1 
  • original or certified copy of the Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration
  • their photographic identification​
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