Save time - Transfer a vehicle with DoTDirect

Get ready to transfer a vehicle with DoTDirect.

If you’re buying or selling a vehicle privately there’s lots to consider. You’ll need to consider the vehicle’s condition, its service history, any vehicle history checks and whether there’s any outstanding finance. Both the buyer and seller should be aware of these considerations to ensure a smooth transaction with no unexpected surprises.

A DoTDirect account makes this process easier by allowing you to manage your licences and registrations anytime, anywhere. DoTDirect offers a simple and faster way to complete a vehicle transfer online, without the need to visit a licensing centre or post any forms. The first step to make this happen is to register for DoTDirect.

Register a DoTDirect account.

The fastest and most efficient way to transfer a vehicle is with DoTDirect. If you haven't already created an account, you'll need to do so to complete the transaction online. You can create an account below if you don’t have one already.

Create or login to a DoTDirect account

When a Western Australian licensed vehicle (including a car, caravan, motorcycle or trailer) changes ownership, the Department of Transport (DoT) must be notified: 

• within 7 days if you are the seller
• within 14 days if you are the buyer.

Read our private vehicle buyers guide for more information on what you may need to consider when you're looking to buy a car.

Some vehicle licences can’t be transferred online.

These include vehicles that are:

• part of a court order or deceased estate
• to be jointly owned
• being transferred between spouses or de facto partners
• heavy vehicles
• issued with optional plates
• being transferred to or from a company/organisation
• where the seller, buyer or vehicle do not match our records.