Vehicles tool
Estimate vehicle transfer costs
Approximate RUNT, transit office fees, and possible withholdings for cars and motorcycles. Complements our legal templates and vehicle listings.
Transfer cost estimator
Use together with our vehicle sales template.
How the estimate works
- • RUNT: Fixed national registry fee (~$58.000 COP cars, lower for motos).
- • Derechos tránsito: Varies by city and vehicle value. Includes local office fees.
- • Otros: Plates, forms, approx fees.
- • Retención: Seller may owe income tax withholding on high-value sales.
Data reference: 2026-06-05. Sources: RUNT (Registro Único Nacional de Tránsito) • Secretarías de Tránsito locales / Alcaldías (derechos varían) • DIAN / retención en la fuente sobre ganancia ocasional (ej. > ciertos umbrales).
Estimates only. Fees change; always verify with your local transit authority (SIM, secretaría) and RUNT before signing. Not legal or tax advice.
Questions
How much does a car transfer cost in Colombia?
Depends on vehicle value, city and type. Includes RUNT (~COP 58.000), transit fees (variable ~150.000-400.000+), and possible withholdings. Use the estimator for an approximate.
Who pays the transfer fees?
Usually split 50/50 by agreement, but income tax withholding is borne by the seller. Confirm in the sales contract template.
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