Goods and Services Tax Rate - Effective July 1, 2006

Therefore, vehicles purchased on or after July 1, 2006 will be taxable at the rate of 14%. Vehicles purchased prior to July 1, 2006 will be taxable at 15%.

Off-Highway Vehicles Infrastructure Fund Fee - Effective April 1, 2006
As part of the annual off-highway permitting process, an additional $40 will be collected for an Off-highway Vehicle Infrastructure Fund. The fund will be used to fund trail systems and training programs.

Personalized Motorcycle Plates - Effective June 15, 2005
Nova Scotians will now be able to purchase personalized plates for their motorcycles. Application forms for personalized plates are available at any Registry of Motor Vehicles / Access Nova Scotia location.

Statement of Insurance - Effective January 1, 2004  
A completed Statement of Insurance form is required for the issuance or renewal of vehicle registration (plate).

The Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) has a strong commitment to customer service. Our mission is to actively provide efficient, innovative customer service in driver and vehicle registration and inspection activities, and to encourage vehicle safety and mobility.

• Licensing Services - for drivers, automobile dealers, automobile service stations, driver training.
• Customer Service Centres - for vehicle registration and driver's licence issuance and renewal.
• Registration Services - for passenger and commercial vehicles.
• Driver Examination Locations - for taking a driving test to determine whether you are qualified to operate a motor vehicle safely before you can be issued a driver's licence.
• Safety Promotions Services
• Driver and Vehicle Compliance Services
• Verification of Licensed Driving Instructor online service - may be used in order to verify that a driving instructor has an active licence.

Staff at the Registry of Motor Vehicles throughout the province are trained to direct you to the appropriate information sources with a minimum of fuss. We will make sure you get the information you need.