Can used car ownership be transferred by handwritten document?

According to Article 119 of the 2015 Civil Code, civil transactions can be conducted orally, in writing, or by conduct. Transactions conducted electronically in the form of data messages are also considered written transactions. However, in cases where the law requires, civil transactions must be conducted in writing, notarized, authenticated, or registered with a competent authority.

Therefore, in principle, a handwritten car purchase contract between the buyer and seller is completely legally valid if both parties have clearly agreed on the transfer of property. However, to complete the procedure of transferring ownership at the state agency, it is necessary to comply with specific regulations on documents and legal procedures.

Can transfer car ownership with handwritten sale papers

Circular 24/2023/TT-BCA: Specific instructions on vehicle registration transfer by handwritten document

From August 15, 2023, Circular 24/2023/TT-BCA details the vehicle registration transfer procedures for cars that have had multiple owners, especially those that only use handwritten documents. Specifically, the person using the vehicle must go to the agency that manages the vehicle registration records to complete the recall and transfer registration procedures.

In case of full transfer documents: If the buyer has documents of transfer of ownership from the previous vehicle owner and from the last seller, the vehicle registration authority will process the procedure within 02 working days. At the same time, the vehicle user may be subject to administrative penalties if he/she does not previously complete the vehicle repossession procedures in accordance with regulations.

In case of insufficient transfer documents: In case of insufficient transfer documents from previous owners, the vehicle registration authority will issue a vehicle use appointment for a period of 30 days. During this period, the competent authority will verify and publicize the information of the registration file to consider whether there are any disputes or complaints related to the vehicle.

After 30 days, if there are no complaints, the vehicle registration authority will complete the name change procedure and handle violations related to failure to complete vehicle repossession procedures on time.

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