Change of ownership (NCO)
Legally transfer your vehicle ownership and protect yourself from after-sale liability.
Transfer vehicle ownership the right way.
Trafico takes care of your Notice of Change of Ownership (NCO) from start to finish, making sure your vehicle sale is processed correctly and you’re fully released from any license-related responsibilities.
Start your change of ownership now.
Trafico will verify, process and complete your ownership change within days.
*POPIA-compliant document handling
Understanding the NCO.
The Notice of Change of Ownership (NCO); sometimes called the “yellow form”; is a legal document required when selling or transferring a vehicle to another person or entity in South Africa.
It notifies the Department of Transport that ownership has changed, protecting you from future fines, licence fees, or legal liabilities.
Trafico processes this for you, correctly and securely.
Why it’s important to file your NCO correctly.
Still receive traffic fines after the sale
Remain liable for licence renewals
Legal exposure if the buyer causes an accident
Administrative problems for fleet owners
Common mistake.
Many sellers give the NCO form to the buyer to submit; but it’s often never submitted.
Trafico ensures your transfer is processed correctly and provides official proof of submission so you’re protected.
How Trafico helps you transfer ownership.
For you.
- Prepare and submit your NCO
- Receive proof of ownership change
- Avoid fines or fees after sale
- Backdating assistance for recent sales
For your business / fleet.
- Bulk ownership transfer for fleets and business
- Interprovince transfers
- Dealer stocking for dealerships
- BRNC to BRNC transfers
- 01.
Submit your details.
Complete our secure form and upload your sale documents.
- 02.
We process.
Trafico prepares and processes your change of ownership.
- 03.
Receive proof.
Retrieve proof that vehicle status has changed to "Sale Pending"
- 04.
Stay protected.
Trafico keeps a digital record.
What you’ll need.
- ID's of both parties
- Proof of address of buyer
- NCO forms
Sold your car, but still getting fines?
Trafico can help you backdate your NCO and transfer fines or licence liability to the rightful owner.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take?
7-14 days after receipt of payment.
Do I need a roadworthy?
No, only required at registration stage.
What if the buyer doesn’t register the car?
The vehicle will remain in "Sales pending" status and will accrue penalties after 21 days for the buyers account.
Can I transfer multiple vehicles at once?
Yes. Trafico supports bulk transfers for fleets and dealerships.
What documents must I prepare?
See everything you will need here.