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Vehicle registration renewal in Réunion

Written from published rules on 27 August 2026. Not monitored for changes since. A starting point, not official advice — confirm anything that matters with Agence Nationale des Titres Sécurisés (ANTS) (National Agency for Secure Documents).

Vehicle registration documents (cartes grises) in Réunion, as in mainland France, generally do not require periodic renewal unless there is a change in the vehicle's ownership, address, or technical characteristics. The process involves updating the vehicle's record with the national agency.

Your timing

Most people do not need to renew a vehicle registration document periodically. However, it is important to process changes such as ownership transfer or address changes promptly, typically within one month of the event, to avoid potential fines. Processing times can vary, so it is advisable to gather all necessary documents in advance.

Start 30 days ahead

This lead time is for processing changes like address or ownership, which should typically be done within one month of the event. Actual processing times by ANTS can vary.

The process

  1. 1Identify the specific reason for updating the registration (e.g., change of owner, change of address, technical modification).
  2. 2Gather all required supporting documents based on the type of change.
  3. 3Access the official ANTS website to initiate the online procedure for the specific change.
  4. 4Complete the online application, uploading scanned copies of the required documents.
  5. 5Pay any applicable fees online.
  6. 6Receive the new or updated registration document by mail.

What to bring

  • Previous registration document (carte grise)
  • Proof of identity (e.g., national identity card, passport)
  • Proof of address (less than 6 months old)
  • Proof of technical inspection (Contrôle Technique) if applicable and for vehicles over 4 years old
  • Cerfa form n°13750 (application for registration certificate) for owner change
  • Cerfa form n°15776 (certificate of transfer) for owner change, signed by both seller and buyer
  • Proof of purchase (invoice or bill of sale) for owner change
  • Insurance certificate for the vehicle

Who handles it

Agence Nationale des Titres Sécurisés (ANTS) (National Agency for Secure Documents)

https://ants.gouv.fr/

The cost of a new or updated registration document (carte grise) is calculated based on several factors, including the vehicle's fiscal horsepower (cheval fiscal), age, CO2 emissions, and the specific region (Réunion in this case). The 'taxe régionale' (regional tax) is a significant component, determined annually by the Regional Council. These fees can be calculated on the ANTS website during the application process.

What commonly goes wrong

  • Ensure all uploaded documents are clear, legible, and meet the required specifications for size and format.
  • Be aware that certain procedures, such as a change of ownership, have a strict one-month deadline from the date of acquisition.
  • Keep records of your application number and any confirmation emails from ANTS for tracking purposes.
  • Some specific situations (e.g., imported vehicles, complex inheritances) may require additional documents or specific procedures not covered by standard online applications.

Sources

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