Vehicle ownership transfer
Official name: Տրանսպորտային միջոցի նկատմամբ սեփականության իրավունքի փոխանցման հաշվառում
We help you prepare a vehicle sale or gift calmly, with as few visits as possible, and complete registration of the change of owner.
- Our services
- On request
- State fees are separate
- Competent authority
- Road Police of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Armenia (Registration and Examination Divisions; car.mia.gov.am platform)
- Information status
- Partially verifiedLast verified: 24 October 2026
Overview
About this service
When a vehicle is sold, bought or given as a gift, the transfer of ownership must be registered. Registration is carried out by the Road Police of the Ministry of Internal Affairs through its Registration and Examination Divisions or the online platform.
If both buyer and seller have YesEm mobile identification and driving licences, and the registration plate stays the same, the transaction can be completed online. Otherwise an in-person visit by appointment is required; the transaction at the division usually takes 15 to 45 minutes.
We check documents and vehicle data, explain who pays which duties, help prepare the contract, book the appointment and accompany the parties. Registration is carried out solely by the competent authority.
Who it's for
- Buyers and sellers of vehicles in Armenia
- Foreign nationals with a residence permit or address registration
- Parties to a vehicle gift agreement
- People who cannot attend in person and act through a representative
What you get
- VIN, plate and registration certificate checked before the deal
- Clear duty breakdown for buyer and seller
- Guidance on whether the deal can be done online
- Appointment booking and accompaniment
- Help for foreign buyers with address and residency requirements
Requirements
Key requirements
- 1Armenian citizens, holders of temporary or permanent residence permits and persons registered at an address in Armenia may register a vehicle in their name.
- 2Online transfer is available if both parties have YesEm and driving licences, and the plate (“regular” or “preferred”) stays the same.
- 3Property tax arrears are checked before the transaction.
- 4A party's representative acts under a notarised power of attorney.
Documents
Document checklist
The basic list. The exact set depends on your situation — after the questionnaire you get a personal checklist.
Seller's identity document
Passport or ID card. The original is presented at the visit.
RequiredOriginalBuyer's identity document
Armenian citizens: passport or ID card; foreign nationals: passport.
RequiredOriginalBuyer's proof of legal residence in Armenia
For a foreign buyer: residence card or address registration in Armenia.
Depends on your situationOriginalVehicle registration certificate (technical passport)
The current certificate in the seller's name.
RequiredOriginalProof of lawful acquisition
Needed if the seller's ownership is not registered with the Road Police.
Depends on your situationOriginalDuty payment receipts
For an in-person visit, duty receipts; for online processing payment is made in the system.
RequiredProperty tax clearance
A certificate of full payment of property tax; arrears can also be paid on site.
RequiredSeller duty receipt
If the seller sells within one year of registering ownership.
Depends on your situationSale or gift contract
Strongly recommended; can be signed at the registration division. Whether notarisation is needed is confirmed by a specialist.
Depends on your situationNotarised power of attorney
If a representative files on behalf of one of the parties.
Depends on your situationOriginalNotarisation
Foreign documents usually require an apostille or consular legalisation and a notarised Armenian translation. We will tell you exactly what your case needs.
Stages
How the procedure works
- 1
Questionnaire
You provide vehicle and party details; we check the VIN, plate and documents.
- 2
Choosing the route
We determine whether the deal can be done online or requires a division visit.
- 3
Preparation
We prepare the document list, contract and duty calculation, and a power of attorney if needed.
- 4
Registration
We support the online process or the booked visit to the Registration and Examination Division.
- 5
After the deal
We remind the new owner to insure the vehicle and the seller to notify their insurer.
In-person attendance
If online processing is not available, the parties (or their representatives under a notarised power of attorney) visit a Road Police Registration and Examination Division by appointment and present original identity documents and the vehicle registration certificate. In many cases the vehicle itself need not be presented — for example, if it is already registered and its colour and numbered parts have not changed.
Our role
What we do — and what we don't
What we do
- Check vehicle data: VIN, registration plate and registration certificate
- Determine whether online processing is possible or a visit is needed
- Prepare document lists for buyer and seller
- Calculate duties and explain payment details
- Help prepare the sale or gift contract
- Book the Registration and Examination Division appointment and accompany the parties
What we don't do
- We are not the Road Police and do not carry out registration
- We do not guarantee the outcome and cannot influence processing times
- We do not inspect the vehicle technically or verify its legal history beyond the documents available
- We do not handle payments between buyer and seller or hold transaction funds
- We do not arrange insurance; we only remind you that it is required
Pricing
Our fees
Choose the level of support that suits you. The final amount is fixed in an invoice before you pay.
Check and consultation
Document and vehicle data check, document list and duty calculation.
Price confirmed by a specialist
- VIN and plate check
- Document list for both parties
- Duty calculation
- Recommended processing route
- Recommended
Standard
Deal, contract and appointment preparation with accompaniment to the division.
Price confirmed by a specialist
- Everything in Check
- Draft contract
- Division appointment booking
- Accompaniment to the appointment
Representation
For parties unable to attend: power of attorney preparation and action by a representative, where permitted.
Price confirmed by a specialist
- Everything in Standard
- Power of attorney wording
- Filing by a representative
- Documents handed to the new owner
Add-ons
Document translation coordination
Coordination of Armenian translation and notarisation through partner translators. Translation itself is quoted separately.
Priority handling
Our specialists handle your case first. Does not affect processing times at government authorities.
Appointment accompaniment
A specialist accompanies you to an in-person appointment at the authority (where permitted).
Sale or gift contract drafting
A bilingual draft contract reflecting the parties' terms. Notarisation, if needed, at the notary's rates.
Our service prices are set by the company and may change; the price on your invoice applies. State fees and third-party costs (translation, notary) are not included. The exact price is confirmed by a specialist after a short review of your case — before you pay anything.
Fees & timelines
Official fees and timelines
State fees
Vehicle registration duty (buyer)
Usually paid by the buyer; the seller may pay by agreement.
AMD 5,000
Registration certificate (technical passport) duty
Paid when a new certificate is issued in the buyer's name.
AMD 6,000
New registration plate duty (“regular”)
Only when a new plate is issued during an in-person visit.
AMD 12,000
Personalised plate retention duty
Applicability depends on the processing route and plate type. To be confirmed by a specialist.
AMD 36,000
Seller duty when selling within one year of purchase
Calculated as engine power (hp) × AMD 150.
To be confirmed
Property tax arrears (seller)
Accumulated property tax is settled by the seller before or during the transaction; the amount varies.
To be confirmed
Official processing time
Online: ownership transfers when both parties sign the contract (delivery about 1 hour). In person: 15–45 minutes at the division depending on the queue.
Competent authority
Road Police of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Armenia (Registration and Examination Divisions; car.mia.gov.am platform)
MigrationArm is an independent private company and does not represent this authority.
Sources
Official sources
The information on this page is based on these sources. Rules change — if in doubt, rely on the authority's official website.
- Buy, sell, or donate a vehicle (transfer ownership rights) — onlineNational Services Gateway (hartak.am, beta); service provider: Ministry of Internal Affairs · accessed 24 October 2026english.hartak.am/services/9028bf33-aaa8-4ae5-becd-932cdb549ef2/yesem(opens in a new tab)
- Register a Car — in person by appointmentNational Services Gateway (hartak.am, beta); service provider: Road Police · accessed 24 October 2026english.hartak.am/services/772429d4-24c5-4bf0-9400-df785450859a/offline_book_visit(opens in a new tab)
- How to Sell a Car?National Services Gateway (hartak.am, beta) · accessed 24 October 2026english.hartak.am/guides/car-sale(opens in a new tab)
- car.mia.gov.amMinistry of Internal Affairs of Armenia · accessed 24 October 2026car.mia.gov.am/(opens in a new tab)
- Road Police of ArmeniaRoad Police of Armenia · accessed 24 October 2026roadpolice.am/(opens in a new tab)
Information checkPartially verified
Last checked: 24 October 2026. "Verified" means the data was checked against an official source; "Partially verified" means some details need confirmation or changes are expected; "Unverified" means a specialist is still confirming the details.
FAQ
Questions about this service
Can I transfer a vehicle online?
Yes, if both buyer and seller have YesEm mobile identification and driving licences and the plate is kept. The seller creates the application, the buyer pays the duties and signs the contract, then the seller signs.
Which duties must be paid?
Typically the buyer pays AMD 5,000 for registration and AMD 6,000 for the certificate, plus AMD 12,000 if a new “regular” plate is issued. The seller settles property tax and, if selling within a year of purchase, a duty of AMD 150 per horsepower.
Does the contract need to be notarised?
According to the official portal, a written contract is strongly recommended and can be signed at the registration division. Notarisation may be required in some situations — our specialist will confirm. A representative's power of attorney must be notarised.
Can a foreign national buy and register a vehicle?
Yes, if they hold a residence permit or address registration in Armenia. A passport and proof of legal residence are required.
Do I need to bring the vehicle to the division?
Often not: if the vehicle is already registered and its colour and numbered parts have not changed, a written statement from the owner is sufficient. We will check your situation in advance.
How should the purchase price be paid?
The parties agree this themselves. The official portal notes that transactions over AMD 300,000 in Armenia must be cashless. We do not accept or hold transaction funds.
Consultation
Not sure where to start?
A specialist will look at your situation, suggest the right procedure and prepare a document list. This is preliminary information, not a legal opinion.
- Price
- Price confirmed by a specialist
- Duration
- 30 min
We will contact you to agree a convenient time and format.
Vehicle ownership transfer
On request