Free Tasmania Trailer Bill of Sale
Trailer transfers in Tasmania follow the same process as car and motorcycle transfers: Change of Ownership Notification by the seller and a 14-day buyer transfer deadline at Service Tasmania. The $3-per-$100 stamp duty applies to trailers as well, making accurate documentation of the sale price important for all but the lowest-value loads.
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Tasmania Trailer Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Stamp Duty / Tax Details
Stamp duty on private trailer sales in Tasmania is $3 per $100 of market value or sale price, whichever is higher.
Inspection / Roadworthy Requirements
No roadworthy certificate is required for private trailer sales in Tasmania, though trailers must meet roadworthy standards for use on public roads.
Tasmania Trailer Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Record the trailer's VIN or chassis number, type, make, year, tare weight, ATM, and agreed sale price on the bill of sale.
- Seller submits the Change of Ownership Notification at service.tas.gov.au promptly after the sale.
- Buyer completes Transfer of Registration at Service Tasmania within 14 days and pays stamp duty at $3 per $100.
- Check brakes, lights, tyres, and coupling are in serviceable condition before handover.
- If sold with a boat, complete the separate MAST vessel registration transfer.
- Both parties retain a signed copy of the bill of sale.
Common Pitfalls
- Missing the Change of Ownership Notification for a trailer sold alongside another vehicle: the trailer must be notified separately from the towing vehicle or boat.
- Not confirming registration is current before the sale: an unregistered trailer cannot be lawfully towed from the seller's location on public roads.
- Failing to record the ATM: the ATM is required for the transfer form and must accurately reflect the trailer's maximum loaded weight rating.
- Selling a home-built trailer without a VIN: unregistered home-built trailers need inspection and VIN assignment from Service Tasmania before they can be transferred.
Pro Tip
Service Tasmania centres in Hobart, Launceston, Devonport, and Burnie handle trailer transfers. Where possible, complete the seller's notification online on the day of the sale and direct the buyer to their nearest centre within the 14-day window.