New Vehicle Registration and Transfers
To register all new or used vehicles and trailers or to obtain an inspection request, the following is required:
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Proof of ownership, such as an original signed bill of sale or a copy of a lease agreement
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Proof of valid Alberta insurance 'pink card', (not required when registering a trailer)
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Acceptable Identification
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New vehicles require the original new vehicle information statement (NVIS) which the dealer must provide
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Vehicles imported into Canada require a Vehicle Import Form obtained from Transport Canada
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An inspection certificate from Alberta Transportation is required for all first time Alberta registrations of used vehicles (and used vehicles returning to Alberta that were last registered in another jurisdiction)
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The vehicle must be physically in Alberta
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Letter of authorization if someone is acting on your behalf.