Vehicle & property
Sworn Statement for a Family Gift of a Used Vehicle
A sworn statement used to gift a used vehicle to an eligible family member in Ontario — supporting the transfer and a possible retail sales tax exemption. Fill it in online, download a ready-to-sign PDF, and notarize where required.
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Also known as
- Family Gift Vehicle Sworn Statement
- Gift of Used Vehicle Affidavit
- Vehicle Gift Tax Exemption Statement
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- Family Gift of a Vehicle Declaration
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01About you (the recipient)
Registered owner's full name
Your full name (recipient)
Donor's full name
Sworn Statement for a Family Gift of a Used Vehicle
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Registered owner's full name
Your full name (recipient)
Donor's full name
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What is a family gift of a vehicle sworn statement?
It is a sworn statement confirming that a used vehicle is being given as a gift between eligible family members, made under oath as part of the transfer.
A qualifying gift between eligible family members may be exempt from retail sales tax, which is why the transfer is documented this way at ServiceOntario.
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When you might need one
It is used for a family vehicle gift.
- Gifting a used car or other vehicle to an eligible family member.
- Transferring ownership without a sale price between family.
- Supporting a retail sales tax exemption on a qualifying family gift.
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Good to know
Only certain family relationships qualify for the tax-exempt family gift, and a gift can usually be made once between the same two people within a period. ServiceOntario sets the eligible relationships and the exact requirements; confirm them before your transfer.
Complete the sworn statement honestly; it is part of the official transfer and is relied on for the tax treatment.
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How to notarize a family gift of a used vehicle sworn statement in Ontario
After you fill in your family gift of a used vehicle sworn statement and download the PDF, do not sign it in advance. A sworn document must be signed in front of a notary public or commissioner for taking affidavits, who administers your oath or solemn affirmation first.
Minute Notary commissions your family gift of a used vehicle sworn statement online by secure video, under Ontario's remote commissioning rules (O. Reg. 431/20), or in person in Ottawa. Bring valid government-issued photo identification so we can verify your identity before applying the notary seal.
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Reviewed for use in Ontario by a notary public and commissioner for taking affidavits.
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Fill it in online for free and download a ready-to-sign PDF — no account required.
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Sign in front of the notary, who administers your oath or affirmation and applies the seal.
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Notarize online by video across Ontario, or in person in Ottawa.
Frequently asked
Questions about the Sworn Statement for a Family Gift of a Used Vehicle
- Who qualifies for a tax-exempt family gift of a vehicle?
- Only certain family relationships qualify. ServiceOntario sets the eligible relationships and conditions, so confirm that your relationship qualifies before relying on the exemption.
- Is a gifted vehicle exempt from tax?
- A qualifying gift between eligible family members may be exempt from retail sales tax. The sworn statement supports the transfer; ServiceOntario applies the exemption rules.
- Does it need to be notarized?
- A witnessed signature may be requested. Confirm ServiceOntario’s exact requirements for the family gift transfer.
- Can I gift a vehicle more than once?
- A tax-exempt family gift can generally be made once between the same two people within a period. Check the current ServiceOntario rules.
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