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Gift a Vehicle to a Family Member in British Columbia (2026)

This page is the free British Columbia guide. No sign-in. Read on, or take the checklist as a PDF.

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In British Columbia, gifting a vehicle to a family member involves a specific tax exemption form (or process), a bill of sale, and a registry visit. Here's everything you need, step by step.

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Five questions about your transfer

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Who are you gifting to?

The exemption rules are set by the province, so we will show you what the official rules say rather than guess at your relationship.

Have you completed a bill of sale yet?

Does this vehicle need a safety inspection?

This one depends on the province. Tell us where you are and the checklist will say.

Do you want to check for a lien before transferring?

Are you ready to go to the registry?

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    Step 1: Tax exemption and gift form

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    Use FIN 319 (Gift of a Vehicle). Both of you sign it at or before registration (you can sign it ahead of time), then bring the completed form to an ICBC Autoplan broker. No notarization required for a vehicle already registered in BC. The donor must have already paid BC PST (a vehicle brought in from another province may not qualify). Limit: one gift per 12 months on the same vehicle.

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    Step 2: Complete a bill of sale (marked “Gift”)

    Even for a $0 gift, both parties should complete a bill of sale.Open this section ↓

    Even for a $0 gift, both parties should complete a bill of sale. Write “Gift” or “$0” in the sale price field. The bill of sale should include the date, year/make/model, VIN, odometer reading, full names and addresses of both parties, and both signatures.

    Free blank bill of sale

    Download a free blank British Columbia bill of sale. Fill in “Gift” as the sale price.

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    Everything on this page is free. You do not need a paid package to gift a vehicle.

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    Step 3: Who qualifies as family?

    The list of qualifying family relationships is set by the official program rules for British Columbia and is subject to change.Open this section ↓

    The list of qualifying family relationships is set by the official program rules for British Columbia and is subject to change. Always verify the current eligibility criteria before completing the transfer.

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    Step 4: Complete the transfer at ICBC

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    For the complete vehicle ownership transfer process in British Columbia (including PPSA/lien checks, disclosure requirements, and registry fees), see the full guide:

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    Gift a Vehicle Checklist: British Columbia

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    Download a printable PDF checklist covering all four steps above: gift form, bill of sale, family eligibility note, and transfer checklist.

    Free. General information only, not legal or regulatory advice.

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    Other provinces

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Informational guide only. Guidepost is not a law firm. This guide explains the typical process and is not legal advice. Requirements can change. Verify current rules with the relevant government authority or a qualified professional before you act.