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Imagine the situation: you bought a car on the secondary market, but it turned out that the owner either disappeared according to the documents or could not come to the service center. The car is yours, but it is foreign in the — register. Is it possible to remove it from the register without the participation of this person? The question is not just rhetorical, but very practical. And before starting any actions, checking the car number will help to avoid many troubles: forged documents, debts, search. This step often becomes decisive before contacting the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
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General conditions for deregistration of the vehicle

In a standard situation, the vehicle is removed from the register personally by the owner or by order. But Ukrainian legislation provides for several exceptions that allow you to perform this procedure without the physical presence of the owner.
  • Death of the owner (due to inheritance)
  • Sale under a sales contract without registration
  • Car seizure by court decision
  • Theft or loss of documents

Basic options without the participation of the owner

Let's consider the key scenarios that allow you to issue a vehicle withdrawal without the direct participation of the person specified in the registration certificate.

1. By order (notarized)

The presence of a power of attorney allows you to fully perform the deregistration action. This is the — most reliable and fastest way if it is possible to issue it in advance.

2. Through the court

If the owner refuses or has disappeared —, you can file a lawsuit. In case of a positive decision, the car will be re-registered or deregistered on its basis.

3. Inheritance

In case of death, the — car is removed from the register after notarization of the inheritance. It also takes time, but the law clearly regulates this process.

4. Car extraction or loss of documents

In the case of arrest, confiscation or if documents are lost, the procedure is somewhat more complicated, but — is possible, provided that a court decision or explanations are provided to the police.

What is required to submit an application to the Ministry of Internal Affairs

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The difference between voluntary withdrawal and withdrawal through the courts

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Nuances when buying a car without deregistration

Some buy a car without officially re-registering it. This creates a problem with taxes, liability for fines, and most importantly — you are not the legal owner. If the car gets into an accident or is seized by the police, it will not be easy to return it.

When it is impossible to deregister a car without an owner

In such cases, the procedure is almost impossible or requires complex legal solutions:
  • The owner is categorically against it
  • The car is under bail
  • There is an arrest or search
  • There is no evidence of ownership
Removing a car from the register without an owner — is a difficult but feasible procedure. It is important to collect all documents, check the car in the register, prepare legal arguments and act consistently. It is best to avoid such situations —, but if they have already happened — should act competently and legally.

Questions and answers

Is it possible to deregister a car without a power of attorney?
Yes, but only in cases where there is a court decision or registration of inheritance.
What if the owner is not physically present but in touch?
You can issue a notarial power of attorney and act on it.
How long does it take to deregister through the court?
Depending on the court load — from 1 to 3 months.
Is it possible not to deregister the car and drive?
It is possible, but all fines, liability and taxes — on the old owner, which creates potential conflicts.

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