How do I change ownership of a car in Northern Ireland?
To transfer ownership online you’ll need to complete a form on the DVLA website. To do this you need the details of the new owner, you’ll need the 11-digit reference number from the car’s V5C. Once the online form is completed and submitted you’ll receive an email confirmation.
Does Northern Ireland use the DVLA?
DVA is responsible for licensing and testing vehicles and drivers in Northern Ireland. Vehicle Excise Duty (Motor Tax) is administered by the DVLA Swansea for HM Treasury.
Does DVA Coleraine still exist?
The DVA ‘s local offices will now remain open to support vehicle registration and licensing services until the end of 2014 while the new services bed in. The DVA ‘s office in Coleraine will provide a similar service.
How do I contact NI Direct?
Contact AccessNI Contact the AccessNI customer helpline to get advice or help with an application by phone on 0300 200 7888.
Can you change ownership of a vehicle online without v5?
The V5C or Logbook holds all the ownership info for your vehicle. Once a car has been sold or changed ownership, you can also notify the DVLA without needing the V5C if it’s unavailable. In fact, you can now do that online.
How do I inform DVLA of change of owner without v5?
Without a V5C You should still inform the DVLA of the sale. To do so write to DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1AR and explain that you have sold the vehicle.
Can I drive my UK car in Northern Ireland?
If you’re visiting NI and hold a Great Britain (GB) or a Community licence issued in a member state of the European Economic Area (EEA) you can drive any vehicle if your licence is valid and it shows the suitable full entitlement for the vehicle you wish to drive.
Is Northern Ireland driving Licences same as UK?
How do I register with NI Direct?
To create an account, you first need to select the service you want to use. You can search nidirect to find the application and, when you click on the ‘green button’ you will be directed to either sign-in or create a new account. You will need to provide an email address and some personal details.
What is make the call?
Glynis Jones, Head of the Department’s ‘Make the Call’ Team explained: “The aim of Make the Call is to support vulnerable people when they need it most because of their age, disability, illness or in adverse circumstances.”
What happens if you don’t have a V5C?
Get a duplicate log book. You need to get a log book (V5C) if the original has been lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed by you or your insurance company. You can get a duplicate log book online if you do not need to change anything in the log book. The log book will be posted to the address which the DVLA has on record.
What are the changes to vehicle registration and licensing in Northern Ireland?
As well as improving services to Northern Ireland motorists, the changes will save £12 million every year. These changes mean that the Driver and Vehicle Agency (DVA) will no longer deliver vehicle registration and licensing services to Northern Ireland motorists.
Can I register a vehicle brought into ni?
A vehicle brought into NI before 1 January 2021, and which has remained there since, can be registered in the State with no customs obligations. However, proof of the vehicle’s status in NI prior to 1 January 2021 will be required, for example: a ferry ticket showing the date of arrival in NI, and which clearly identifies the specific vehicle
What is the history of vehicle registration plates in Northern Ireland?
Vehicle registration plates in Northern Ireland use a modified version of the British national registration plate system that was initiated for the whole of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland in 1903. Originally, all counties in the UK were allocated two identification letters.
Where can I get a written-off vehicle form in Ireland?
This form is available at all motor tax offices, or can be downloaded at www.motortax.ie. A motor tax office will charge €12 for this service. Insurers provide details of written-off vehicles and the NVDF is updated with these particulars.