How to Notify the Negreira City Council of a Vehicle Sale: Downloadable Template

When you sell a vehicle in Spain, it is not enough to simply sign a contract with the buyer. To avoid future headaches—such as being held liable for the "Impuesto sobre Vehículos de Tracción Mecánica" (IVTM), commonly known as the "road tax"—you must formally notify the local authorities. This guide explains how to notify the Negreira City Council (Concello de Negreira) that you are no longer the owner of the vehicle, ensuring the tax liability is transferred to the new owner.

Instructions on how and where to submit it in Negreira

To process this notification in Negreira, you must present the document to the City Council's registry. You have three main options:

• In-person: Visit the "Oficina de Atención Ciudadana" at the Negreira Town Hall (Praza do Concello). Ensure you bring your original ID (DNI/NIE) and a photocopy of the signed sales contract.
• Electronic Registry: If you possess a digital certificate or Cl@ve PIN, you can submit the document via the official Negreira Electronic Office (Sede Electrónica). This is the fastest and most recommended method.
• Post Office: You may send the documentation via "Correo Administrativo" at any Correos office, ensuring the envelope is open so it can be stamped and dated before being sealed.

A LA ATENCIÓN DEL AYUNTAMIENTO DE NEGREIRA (DEPARTAMENTO DE RECAUDACIÓN)

D./Dña. ________________________________________, con DNI/NIE ________________ y domicilio a efectos de notificaciones en ________________________________________, C.P. __________, localidad ____________________.

EXPONE:

Que con fecha ____ de ____________ de 20____, he procedido a la venta del vehículo de mi propiedad, marca ____________, modelo ____________, con matrícula ____________.

Que, a fin de que se proceda a la baja en el padrón de vehículos de este Ayuntamiento y se cese la emisión de recibos del Impuesto sobre Vehículos de Tracción Mecánica (IVTM) a mi nombre, y de conformidad con la normativa vigente:

SOLICITA:

Que se tenga por presentada esta comunicación y se proceda a realizar el cambio de titularidad en los registros municipales correspondientes, dejando sin efecto las futuras liquidaciones tributarias a mi nombre desde la fecha de la transmisión.

En Negreira, a ____ de ____________ de 20____.

Fdo: __________________________

Additional documentation required

To ensure your request is processed without delays, you must attach the following documents to the template above:

• Proof of Sale: A copy of the "Contrato de Compraventa" (Sales Contract) signed by both parties.
• Identification: A photocopy of your DNI, NIE, or Passport.
• DGT Confirmation: While the City Council often checks the DGT (Dirección General de Tráfico) database, it is highly recommended to attach the "Informe de Vehículo" obtained from the DGT showing the change of ownership.
• Proof of Payment: If applicable, proof of the "Impuesto de Transmisiones Patrimoniales" (Model 620) paid to the Xunta de Galicia.

Expert Tip: Never hand over your original contract to the buyer without keeping a clear copy for yourself. Furthermore, verify that the buyer has actually initiated the change of ownership at the DGT within the 30-day legal window. If they fail to do so, you can perform a "Notificación de Venta" directly at the DGT to protect yourself from any fines or liabilities associated with the vehicle after the sale date.