Government form, explained · Quebec
VD-80.1-V — Quebec's related-individuals declaration: what it is and how it works
Transferring a vehicle to family in Quebec? This is the form that spares the recipient the QST — completed at the SAAQ counter, not mailed anywhere.
What it is — and who it covers
The VD-80.1-V (Declaration of a Transaction Between Related Individuals) is Revenu Québec's declaration for vehicle transfers between related individuals: when it applies, QST is waived. Qualifying relationships include immediate family — and also aunt/uncle to niece/nephew, which catches people out because several other provinces draw the family line tighter.
Where to get it — and where it gets done
The official form lives at Revenu Québec, and it's completed at a SAAQ service outlet as part of the transfer itself. Practically: both parties go to the SAAQ together, the transfer and the declaration happen in one visit.
Common mistakes
- ✗Assuming any family relationship qualifies — check Revenu Québec’s current list; “related individual” has a specific definition
- ✗Skipping the bill of sale because “it’s just a gift” — the declaration handles the tax, not the transaction record
- ✗Trying to handle it by mail or online alone — the transfer is processed at the SAAQ outlet
- ✗Confusing the QST waiver with skipping the transfer itself — the SAAQ transfer still has to happen, together
What happens after
With the declaration accepted at the SAAQ outlet, the transfer completes with QST waived. Keep your copies — and if you're planning the whole gift (bill of sale, what to bring, the order of steps), the Quebec gift-a-vehicle guide walks the complete process.
Common Questions
What is form VD-80.1-V?
The Declaration of a Transaction Between Related Individuals — Revenu Québec’s form for vehicle transfers between related individuals. When it applies, QST is waived on the transfer. It’s completed at a SAAQ service outlet as part of the transfer.
Who counts as a “related individual” in Quebec?
Qualifying relationships include immediate family — and, notably, aunt/uncle to niece/nephew, which is broader than several other provinces’ gift exemptions. Check Revenu Québec’s current form guidance for the full list before relying on a specific relationship.
Where do I fill out the VD-80.1-V?
At a SAAQ service outlet, when the transfer is processed. Both the transfer and the declaration happen through the SAAQ — which is also why Quebec vehicle sales generally end with both parties at the SAAQ counter.
Do I still need a bill of sale for a family transfer in Quebec?
Yes — even a $0 family gift should have a signed bill of sale marked “Gift.” It protects both parties and documents the transaction; the VD-80.1-V handles only the tax side. Our Quebec gift guide covers the full process.
Doing the full gift?
Guidepost is not a law firm or tax advisor. This is general information — verify current requirements with Revenu Québec and the SAAQ. Full disclaimer. Last updated: June 2026.