Vehicle Re-Registration in Mumbai: Inter-State Transfer & MH Road Tax Guide

Q: How to register another state vehicle in Mumbai ?

Steps for vehicle reregistration in Mumbai is :Submit application and supporting documents at RTOInspection of vehicle, payment of road tax and other applicable feesProcessing of applicationIn approx 1 month time you will get MH numberGet HSRP number plateIssue of new RCCollect RC from RTO

Last updated: November 6, 2026

Moving an out-of-state car or bike to Mumbai requires compliance with Section 47 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. Driving a vehicle registered outside Maharashtra for more than 12 months without paying local road tax and obtaining an MH registration series is illegal.

This comprehensive guide breaks down the step-by-step re-registration workflow, Maharashtra Motor Vehicle Tax (MMVT) slabs, age depreciation rates, and local RTO jurisdiction mapping across Mumbai.

Legal Compliance & Rules in Maharashtra

12-Month Window: An out-of-state vehicle can be driven in Mumbai for up to 11 months under its home state registration.
Beyond 12 Months: You must pay Maharashtra Lifetime Tax (LTT) and obtain a new MH registration mark (Form 27).
Enforcement & Fines: Driving past the 12-month limit without local tax payment leads to heavy traffic penalties and impounding risks by the Maharashtra Motor Vehicles Department (MMVD) and Mumbai Traffic Police.

Re-registration of Car / Bike in Mumbai

Following are the steps involved in re-registering of the vehicle in Mumbai :

Submission of the RTO application form 20,27 & 33 along with supporting documents to the RTO
RTO will provide road tax quotation based on vehicle value
Pay road tax online
Inspection of the vehicle
Issue of new Maharashtra no.
Processing of the application for re-registration of vehicle
Completion of the process for re-registration
Get HSRP number plate from the concerned HSRP vendor
Issue of new RC with new MH number and updated address

Itzeazy provides consultancy for Re-registration of car in Mumbai and re-registration of bike in Mumbai, provides end to end assistance in the documentation and actual re-registration in the RTO.

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Re-registration of Vehicle in Mumbai

Once you get the NOC from other state, apply for the re-registration of vehicle in RTO Mumbai by filling in related forms and documents.

During Re-registration of the vehicle in Mumbai, Road tax on the depreciated value of the vehicle is to be paid. After re-registration process one can apply for refund of road tax amount paid in the previous RTO on pro-rata basis .

If you have bought a vehicle with the help of a bank loan and you have to shift to another state for any reason, like job transfer, there is a need to get an NOC from the bank as well. After receiving the NOC from the bank, proceed to get the NOC from the existing vehicle registered RTO.

Process

Process for re-registration of the vehicle With Itzeazy

Itzeazy provides door step service for re-registration of vehicle . Following are the steps involved in the process of re-registration :

Book Order
Upload copy of RC,NOC & Current address proof to ascertain the feasibility
Quotation for re-registration will be shared by Itzeazy
Upload documents required for re-registration for verification
Schedule collection of the physical copies of the documents
Quotation for Road tax amount to be paid will be taken by Itzeazy
Client can either make D/D of the road tax amount or can deposit it in Itzeazy account
Appointment for vehicle inspection will be taken
Physical inspection of the vehicle at RTO
Issue of new RC after re-registration

Document Required

Documents required for re-registration of the vehicle in Mumbai

Following are the documents required for re-registration of vehicle in Mumbai:

Original RC
Original NOC and 2 nos of form 28
Valid insurance
Valid Pollution certificate
Address proof
copy of purchase invoice
1 no of form 20
2 nos nos. of form 27
2 nos. of form 33

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FAQ's

FAQ

1. How long can I drive other state vehicle in Mumbai?

You can drive other state vehicle in Mumbai for 12 months only. After that you need to either register or pay road tax comulsorily. Otherwise if caught by traffic police , they can challan your vehicle.

2. How to pay road tax for other state vehicles in Mumbai?

Following are the steps to pay road tax for other state vehicle in Mumbai :

Submit application for paying road tax in the concerned RTO along with supporting documents
Documents will be verified by the RTO and based on vehicle value , you will be told the Road tax amount to be paid
Road tax amount can be paid online through parivhan website , userid and password will be shared by RTO
After paying Road tax, you will get receipt of road tax paid amount

3. What is the 12-month rule for out-of-state vehicles in India?

Under Section 47 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, a vehicle registered in one state can be driven in another state for up to 12 continuous months using its original registration. Beyond 12 months, paying the local state’s Lifetime Tax (LTT) and obtaining a new local registration mark (RC) is legally mandatory.

4. Can I retain the old registration number after re-registration

Rules for this varies from state to state and city to city . Some RTOs allows retaining of old registration number , in other RTOs one has to change registration number compulsorily . To know the rule in different city Its advised to check with the RTO concerned.

5. How to register another state vehicle in Mumbai ?

Steps for vehicle reregistration in Mumbai is :

Submit application and supporting documents at RTO
Inspection of vehicle, payment of road tax and other applicable fees
Processing of application
In approx 1 month time you will get MH number
Get HSRP number plate
Issue of new RC
Collect RC from RTO

6. How many months can we drive another state vehicle in Maharashtra ?

As per motor vehicle act, You can drive another state vehicle in Maharashtra for maximum 12 months without registering vehicle. Its mandatory to register vehicle in Maharashtra within 12 months. There is penalty if you don't do so.

7. Do I need an NOC from my original RTO before the 12 months are up?

Yes. To transfer the registration to a new state, you must obtain a No Objection Certificate (Form 28) from the original home state RTO where your vehicle was registered. This certificate confirms that your vehicle has no pending legal cases, unpaid traffic challans, or tax liabilities.

8. What happens if the original invoice is missing?

Vehicle purchase invoice is mandatory requirement for re-registration to calculate road tax payable. If you dont have the copy of invoice you can request a copy from the dealer from where you have purchased vehicle. You can also get a copy of it from the RTO, where vehicle was initially registered.

9. Can I pay the road tax without changing the vehicle number?

No, its not possible to pay only road tax without changing vehicle number. Road tax payment is possible only with complete re-registration process.

10. What happens if my vehicle has an active loan (Hypothecation) from another state?

If your vehicle has active loan from another state, in that case you need to get loan continuation letter from the bank/ financer. RTO will not re-register vehicle Without NOC from the bank.

11. What if my home state ignores or rejects the tax refund request?

Its little difficult to get road tax refund in India in the most of states. Procedure is often not defind. So, while planning shifting of vehicle from one state to another , research it properly , as it has financial implications.

12. Can I drive in a new state for short periods without re-registering?

Yes. If your stay in the new state is temporary (less than 12 months), you are not required to re-register your vehicle or pay local lifetime tax. However, you should carry proof of entry into the state (such as toll receipts, fuel bills, or interstate car transport receipts) to prove the duration of your stay if stopped by traffic police.

13. How is the road tax calculated after 12 months when moving to a new state?

When re-registering in a new state, you do not pay 100% of the brand-new vehicle tax. Instead, the local RTO calculates lifetime tax (LTT) based on the vehicle’s original ex-showroom price discounted by an official state depreciation schedule according to the age of your vehicle.

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