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Gift a Vehicle to a Family Member in New Brunswick (2026)
In New Brunswick, 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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Step 1: Tax exemption & gift form
Sign a Family Gift Affidavit in person at a Service NB location (per Bulletin PVTB-104). The donor must have already paid tax. Not valid if another family gift on this vehicle occurred in the past 12 months. Note: stepsiblings cannot gift each other under this exemption.
Step 2: Complete a bill of sale (marked “Gift”)
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 New Brunswick bill of sale. Fill in “Gift” as the sale price.
Step 3: Who qualifies as family?
The list of qualifying family relationships is set by the official program rules for New Brunswick and is subject to change. Always verify the current eligibility criteria before completing the transfer.
See the current eligibility rules at the official New Brunswick source →Step 4: Complete the transfer at Service New Brunswick
- Bring the completed gift form (or sworn statement) as required by New Brunswick.
- Bring the signed bill of sale marked "Gift."
- Bring the signed vehicle ownership/registration documents.
- Both parties bring government-issued ID.
- Safety inspection: not required from the seller in New Brunswick to complete the transfer (confirm current rules with Service New Brunswick).
- The seller removes their licence plates before handing over the vehicle. Plates stay with the donor.
For the complete vehicle ownership transfer process in New Brunswick (including PPSA/lien checks, disclosure requirements, and registry fees), see the full guide:
Full vehicle transfer guide for New Brunswick →Free download
Gift a Vehicle Checklist: New Brunswick
Download a printable PDF checklist covering all four steps above: gift form, bill of sale, family eligibility note, and transfer checklist.
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Last updated: June 2026