Free Prince Edward Island Trailer Bill of Sale
Trailer transfers on Prince Edward Island go through Access PEI using the same registration permit transfer as cars — and trailers of 450 kg gross vehicle mass or more need a Motor Vehicle Inspection too. The bill of sale must capture the trailer serial number accurately. With ten Access PEI centres across the Island, having all documents prepared before your visit saves significant time.
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Prince Edward Island Trailer Bill of Sale — What You Need to Know
Tax Details
15% Retail Sales Tax (RST), not HST, applies to private trailer sales in PEI. RST is assessed on the declared sale price, or on the Red Book average wholesale value if that is higher.
Inspection Requirements
Trailers with a gross vehicle mass of 450 kg or more need a Motor Vehicle Inspection in PEI, including one in the seller's name before the sale. Lighter trailers, and some trailers that haul commercial fishing boats, are exempt. Buyers should also verify trailer lights, coupler, safety chains, and tire condition.
Prince Edward Island Trailer Sale — Step-by-Step Checklist
- Locate the trailer serial number on the tongue or main frame rail; record every character exactly
- Prepare a bill of sale: buyer/seller names and addresses, serial number, trailer make/type/year/length/GVWR, and sale price
- Complete the transfer section on the back of the trailer's registration permit
- Buyer brings the signed registration permit, bill of sale, valid PEI driver's licence, and insurance (if applicable) to any Access PEI centre
- Buyer pays 15% RST on the sale price, or on the Red Book value if higher
- Seller removes licence plate if applicable — PEI plates stay with the seller
- Both parties retain a signed copy of the bill of sale
- The buyer must transfer the registration within 7 days, and the seller must notify the Registrar within 7 days
Common Pitfalls
- Incomplete serial numbers — trailer serial numbers vary in length; capture the full number as stamped on the frame.
- Office logistics — Access PEI has ten centres across the Island; plan your visit around office hours and potential wait times.
- Separating boat and boat trailer transfers — when selling a boat with its trailer, two distinct bills of sale and two separate processes are needed: Access PEI for the trailer and Transport Canada for the boat.
- Not checking the trailer's weight rating — trailers of 450 kg gross vehicle mass or more need an inspection; confirm with Access PEI how the rating affects registration before listing.
Pro Tip
Access PEI has ten centres across the Island that handle vehicle and trailer transfers. Counter visits are usually quick with complete documents. Arriving with a fully completed bill of sale and signed registration permit is the best way to ensure a quick, smooth transaction.