Car buying is an exciting milestone whether new or used. However, the vehicle registration process is one of the crucial steps to follow. The vehicle registration process of both new and used cars in Pakistan seems slightly different, but compulsory to make your vehicle legally valid to use on the roads. This blog will give you an idea of how used and new cars can be registered in Pakistan and what you can expect if you go through the process.
Registering a New Car
Step One: Obtain Necessary Documents
The first process which needs to be performed to register a new car is to procure the necessary documentation from the automobile dealership. These typically include:
Sales invoice: A receipt of purchase and the amount which was paid for the car.
Delivery challan: Another document which shows that the vehicle had been delivered.
Manufacturer’s certificate: It is an official document which is provided by the manufacturer of the car to confirm the car’s originality and features of the car.
Step 2: Applying for Vehicle Registration
After you have all the documents, go to the Excise and Taxation Department of the respective area. It is also important to note that many areas also have online vehicle registrations for further comfort. Visit the Excise and Taxation Department of your area to learn the procedure for applying online.
Step 3: Submit Documents
When applying for vehicle registration, you will need to submit the following documents:
- Sales invoice
- Manufacturer’s certificate
- It is Your CNIC Your Computerized National Identity Card
- Utility bill or any document supporting identity address.
Application form (copy of original or photocopied) which has to be filled at the department or downloaded from the internet.
Step 4: Pay Fees
The car registration process involves several fees, including
Registration fee: This is to be based upon the engine size of the vehicle.
Withholding tax: This is a direct tax on the price that is paid for the car which is instituted to ensure the collection of revenue.
Other charges: Other costs which can be incurred can include, Road tax among others. It is prudent to pay the exact amount in cash or check as upheld by the department.
Step 5: Receive Registration Plates
The department will process your application, once you submit the documents and pay fees. After the approval, you will receive your registration plates and documents, officially registering your car.
Registering a Used Car
To register a particular car, the following government formalities are carried out; transferring ownership from the previous owner to you is known as registering a used car. This process helps to make sure that the car legally belongs to you and no detail is outdated.
Step1: Transfer Documents
From the seller, obtain the car transfer documents:
Original registration book: It holds all the vehicle registration data of the car along with the registration number.
Sale deed: Receipt of the car sale which includes the settled price for the car.
Transfer letter: Signed by the previous owner, this letter authorizes the transfer of ownership.
Step 2: Apply for Transfer
Make your way to the nearest Excise and Taxation Department Office or if one is online for your region. The process online is usually smoother and less time-consuming.
Step 3: Submit Documents
You will need to submit the following documents for the transfer of ownership:
- Original registration book
- Sale deed
- Transfer letter
- Your CNIC
- Proof of address
Transfer application form duly filled can be obtained from the department or can be downloaded online.
Step 4: Car Inspection
At other times the car can be subjected to an examination by the authorities to ensure that all parts of the car correspond with the registration book. This car inspection is usually simple, but some facilities might need a person to arrange for an appointment.
Step 5: Pay Fees
The transfer process involves several fees, including:
Transfer fee: Depending on the power, created by the car’s engine and the age of a car.
Token tax: An annual tax on motorists that depends on the capacity of the automobile’s motor.
Other charges: Any other charges that may be involved in the given procedure.
Step 6: Receive Updated Documents
After this, the department will proceed with the transfer after you have provided the documents and made the fee payment. Once approved, therefore, you will be issued with the registration book and the transfer documents indicating that you are the legal owner of the car after the vehicle registration process completes.
