FACT SHEET
ITALIAN TO AFI TRANSFERS - USED VEHICLES
IMPORTANT: the registration process is divided in 3 steps taking place on 3 separate occasions.
STEP 1. POLICE CHECK. MVRO conducts a check with Italian Police database to verify if the vehicle was reported stolen before vehicle is
purchased. Goal is to minimize risk of purchasing stolen cars. Please provide the original “Libretto di circolazione” (Italian
registration) OR if vehicle is purchased from a dealer the “Mini Voltura” (mini transfer) OR Document Unico (registration and title
document). An appointment for registration will be scheduled after 2 weeks from the Police Check date, not earlier, (2 weeks
required for other Italian authorities to investigate).
At this stage MVRO strongly recommends that a report (Visura) is carried out at an Agency licensed by Italian MOT. This is
to check that there are no financial/admin issues with the Italian Authorities (Fermo Amministrativo). If carried out the
“Visura” should be brought to the vehicle registration appointment.
STEP 2. REGISTRATION. Please ensure to bring the vehicle to MVRO for VIN inspection and the following original documents:
Notarized Bill of Sale. It can be notarized by a Notary Public or Agencies licensed by Italian MOT.
Italian Registration and Title (Libretto Circolazione and Foglio Complementare) OR Mini Voltura OR Documento Unico
Completed technical data sheet signed and stamped by the dealer (see attached)
Insurance. It must be in the Sponsor’s name and valid for minimum of six months. The insurance document must always indicate
the plate number that is on the vehicle. Failure to maintain insurance will be sufficient grounds for immediate termination of
registration, driving privileges, and may result in disciplinary actions. If you are USAA insured, you must contact the Company to
establish the new policy before reporting to MVRO. Policy arrangements via phone at MVRO are not allowed for operations
smoothness. No exceptions. Zurich policy must be obtained from their office before reporting to MVRO.
Military – ID and PSC Orders
Civilian – ID and Logistical Support: Contractors are required to provide a valid DOCPER letter, GS employees are required to provide the
following documents stamped and signed by HRO: Orders or Overseas Tour Extension Form or Priority Placement Program (PPP) letter, DoDEA
Teachers/ Employees are required to provide DD FORM 1614 accompanied by a Letter of Employment signed by DoDEA Human Resources
Specialist. Contact the school Admin Dept. for assistance. Check with MVRO before transaction to make sure orders are correct format.
JFCNP MVRO Letter – All NATO personnel are required to have this document signed by the FSS Head or delegated staff at JFC.
Valid Stateside/Country of Origin Driver License/ AFI Drivers License and/or Italian Translation (NATO personnel)
Safety Inspection – Authorized Inspection Station is located at the NEX Auto Port on the Support Site. Note: the safety inspection
is valid for a maximum of 15 days. Safety triangles and vests are required by Italian Law and must remain in the vehicle. Snow
chains for tires are required in some areas in winter.
Proof of Vehicle Exportation to the AFI Foreign System (EX1 Bolletta Doganale) - EX1 Bolletta Doganale is an Italian Customs
document of exportation. The seller or buyer must contact an Italian Customs broker (see our brokers list for orientation) who through a
Customs Office provides the document for a fee (which may vary from broker to broker). This document may also be provided together
with the de-registration receipt (see Step 3).
Applicable Fees:
2
nd
or 3
rd
Duty-free Vehicles requires payment of Italian Road Taxes
o Taxes are based on vehicle horse power and age – the older the vehicle / larger the engine the more you will pay in road taxes
o Annual Rates for automobiles range from 150 – 500 Euro -- Call for an estimate!
o MVRO recommends you pay the road tax for the period of time you wish to have the vehicle registered as your 2
nd
or 3
rd
vehicle. Road
taxes can be paid until the expiry date of your insurance.
o Road tax payments are non-refundable but are transferable to the new owner if the vehicle is registered as the 2
nd
or 3
rd
vehicle.
STEP 3. REGISTRATION AND PLATE ISSUE. MVRO will provide Plates and AFI Registration once the de-registration receipt from the
Italian system (Radiazione per Esportazione form from ACI/PRA) is shown. Getting this receipt should take the owner no more than a day.
This step must take place AFTER the vehicle has been registered with MVRO
and de-registration document provided to MVRO on the same day.
IMPORTANT TO KNOW:
During this process the vehicle will have to be parked in a safe place without plates and will not be driven until MVRO cover plates are issued.
In order to conduct the initial Police Check, ensure that the Italian safety inspection “Revisione” is no more than 22 months old. Should it be
older than 22 months a new one must be done.
If the vehicle has a LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) “bombola”/tank, the sponsor needs to sign a statement that it WILL NOT be used and a
label is to be displayed in the windshield indicating that the vehicle is equipped with an LPG tank. NOTE: even if the LPG tank is not used,
regular checks/maintenance is to be carried out and after 10 years from initial installation the tank must be replaced.
* Only Sponsors with AFI vehicle registration privileges conduct all transactions at MVRO. A spouse can take care of them only if in
possession of a Special POA! Please be aware that even in this case the vehicle will be registered in the sponsor’s name. Ensure the
documents provided to MVRO for the registration are in the sponsor’s name.