I bought a vehicle already registered in Romania

2 tasks in suggested order

1. As the new owner, before taking out RCA insurance, compare current offers from several insurers and their conditions.

If applicable: If you are the buyer or the new owner of the vehicle.

When?

Before the point at which a valid RCA policy must be in place.

Where / who?

Several RCA offers; Lili remains neutral.

What to prepare?

Comparable information about the vehicle and the insured person.

What to check?

Compare offers and check continuity of valid RCA coverage; Lili does not recommend a particular insurer. The specific rules on continuity/termination depend on the policy and transaction and should be checked for your situation.

2. Apply to record the transfer of ownership of the vehicle.

When?

After acquiring the vehicle, within the statutory deadline that applies to recording the transfer.

Where / who?

The competent public community service for driving licences and vehicle registration / the available DGPCI service.

What to prepare?

Vehicle documents, proof of acquisition and the other documents required for recording the transfer.

What to check?

DGPCI has a separate service for “Vehicle transfer (registered in Romania)”; the required documents and any number plates depend on the specific situation.

Official source: hub.mai.gov.ro

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