Transfer Car Registration From Alberta to Another Province

How To Transfer Car Registration From Alberta to Another Province?

Alberta vehicle registration cannot be transferred to other provinces due to distinct regulatory frameworks and administrative procedures governing vehicle registration in each Canadian jurisdiction.

When relocating from Alberta, vehicle owners must initiate new registration processes with the motor vehicle administration authority in the new province.

Provinces

British Columbia

• Import a vehicle into B.C.
• Register a vehicle in B.C.

Manitoba

• Registering your vehicle
• Temporary registration permits
• Ownership transfers

New Brunswick

• Motor vehicle registration - Government of New Brunswick
• Motor vehicle registration applications

Newfoundland and Labrador

• How to Register a Vehicle - Government of Newfoundland and Labrador
• Frequently Asked Questions - Motor Registration
• Inspection Requirements

Nova Scotia

• Vehicle Registration (Certificate) - Government of Nova Scotia
• Registry of Motor Vehicles - Service Nova Scotia

Ontario

• Register an out of province vehicle in Ontario
• Register vehicle permit, licence plate and sticker
• Application for Vehicle Registration form (SR-LV-006)

Prince Edward Island

• Motor Vehicle Registration - Government of Prince Edward Island
• Commercial Vehicle Registration

Quebec

• Registering a Vehicle From Outside Québec
• Registering a Vehicle Bought or Sold by a Business

Saskatchewan

• Importing and exporting vehicles
• Registration Section

Territories

Northwest Territories

• Register a vehicle for the first time
• Transfer a vehicle registration
• Book an inspection for right-hand-drive vehicles

Nunavut

• Commercial Vehicle Registration in Nunavut
• Private Vehicle Registration in Nunavut
• Register a Vehicle for the First Time

Yukon

• Register a vehicle
• Vehicle registration

Upon completing the registration process in the new province, Alberta vehicle owners should cancel their existing Alberta registration and surrender their license plates to the registry agent.

Documentation Requirements for Other Provinces

Other jurisdictions may request documentation from Alberta to register a vehicle that was previously registered in the province. Required documents typically include:

Vehicle Registration Certificate

• Issued only to the current registered owner of the vehicle
• Serves as proof of valid registration with the Registrar of Motor Vehicles
• Required only for vehicles driven on public roadways in Alberta
• Does not constitute proof of ownership during private sales
• May not necessarily transfer with the vehicle during ownership changes

Vehicle Registration Confirmation Letter

• Available to current registered owners moving out of Alberta
• Confirms the history of vehicle registration under the owner's name
• Prepared for tax purposes to assist with tax exemption eligibility
• Does not constitute proof of ownership
• Must be requested through authorized Alberta registry agents

Proof of Ownership Documentation

Before purchasing a vehicle previously registered in Alberta, contact the motor vehicle department in your destination jurisdiction to confirm acceptable documentation. Two primary options are recognized:

• Bill of Sale proving ownership
• Alberta Vehicle Information Report

Privacy Legislation and Information Protection

Alberta maintains comprehensive privacy protection under the Personal Information Protection Act and related privacy legislation. Key privacy considerations include:

Registrar's Information Release Limitations

The Registrar of Motor Vehicles cannot release documents containing personal information of previous registered owners for vehicle registration purposes in other jurisdictions. This protection ensures:

• Confidentiality of former owner information
• Protection of personal identification details
• Compliance with provincial privacy standards
• Secure handling of historical registration records

Information Access Restrictions

Alberta's privacy legislation specifically restricts the release of personal driving and motor vehicle information, protecting:

• Previous owner contact information
• Historical ownership details
• Confidential registration records
• Private transaction information

Government Agencies and Contact Information in Alberta

Registry Services Contact Centre
• Hours: 8:15 am to 4:30 pm (Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
• Phone: 780-427-7013
• Services: Vehicle registration, documentation requests, general inquiries