Apply for a heavy vehicle registration

Introduction

Heavy vehicles must be registered, and this can be done at a Service NSW Centre. The following types of vehicles are classified as heavy vehicles:

• vehicles or trailers with a Gross Vehicle Mass greater than 4.5 tonnes
• buses 2.5 tonnes tare weight and over
• licensed tow trucks
• vehicles fitted with power-operated brakes
• all prime movers.

What you need

• your proof of identity
• your compulsory third party (CTP) certification (green slip)
• concession details (if applicable)
• your business details, including representative authority (if required)
• your driver licence details
• New Heavy Vehicle Certification form completed by the trailer manufacturer, dealer or distributor, if you have it (trailers only)
• Heavy Vehicle Authorised Inspection Scheme (HVAIS) inspection certificate
• Nominated Configuration Code
• proof of registration entitlement (receipt or proof of previous registration)
• weighbridge certificate (if vehicle is a trailer with no specification sheet)
• vehicle compliance certificate (if vehicle has been modified)
• the PDF form – 'Application for Registration'
• your fee payment.

How to register

1. Select the 'Download PDF form' button.
2. Complete the form.
3. Gather all the required documentation.
4. Visit a service centre and submit your application.

More information

• Tare weight equals the empty weight of your vehicle (also known as unladen weight).
• If your vehicle is non-standard, then a vehicle standard exemption permit issued by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator must also be presented when applying for registration (trailers only).
• If you have a New Heavy Vehicle Certification form that has been completed by the trailer manufacturer, dealer or distributor, you won't be required to get a vehicle inspection or a weighbridge ticket (trailers only).

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