Short-Term Travel Allowed

• You can legally drive your vehicle in another state without paying road tax for a limited period.
  
• This period typically ranges from 11 to 12 months, depending on the state.
  
• The vehicle must be registered in your home state with valid documents.
  
• It should not be used for commercial purposes during this period.
  
• Carrying original Registration Certificate, insurance, and PUC is mandatory.
  

Long-Term Stay Requires Tax Payment

• If you intend to stay in another state beyond the permitted period, you must re-register the vehicle.
  
• This involves paying the applicable road tax in the new state.
  
• The road tax payment is required under the Motor Vehicles Act.
  
• A No Objection Certificate from the original RTO is necessary for re-registration.
  
• Failure to comply may result in penalties and vehicle seizure.
  

Conditions for Exemption

• Exemption is possible for short visits, tourism, or transit travel.
  
• The vehicle must not be used as a permanent means of transport in the new state.
  
• Proper records of travel and duration of stay should be maintained.
  
• Exemptions do not apply to commercial or transport vehicles.
  
• Proof of address and travel purpose may be requested by authorities.
  

Interstate Enforcement by Authorities

• Traffic police and RTO officers may inspect out-of-state vehicles.
  
• If the vehicle is found overstaying, they may demand road tax proof.
  
• Penalties include fines, impounding, or denial of services.
  
• Some states conduct regular drives to identify defaulters.
  
• Compliance is enforced strictly in metro and border areas.
  

Re-registration Requirements

• For long-term relocation, vehicle re-registration is compulsory.
  
• Submit Form 20, Form 27, and Form 28 with required documents.
  
• Pay road tax as per the new state’s rate structure.
  
• The original road tax may be refunded by the previous state.
  
• New registration number is issued after all dues are cleared.