Gifting a Car in Utah: Tax & Transfer Guide
Sales tax exemptions, required forms, notarization rules, and federal gift tax basics for vehicle transfers in Utah.
Most states offer a sales tax exemption for vehicle gifts between family members. Contact your state DMV for specific requirements.
Gift Transfer at a Glance
Eligible Relationships in Utah
The following relationships typically qualify for the sales tax gift exemption in Utah:
Always verify current gift transfer requirements with your state DMV before completing the transaction.
How to Gift a Car in Utah
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a car gift exempt from sales tax in Utah?
Most states offer a sales tax exemption for vehicle gifts between family members. Contact your state DMV for specific requirements.
What forms are needed to gift a car in Utah?
Check with your state DMV for any required gift transfer forms.
Do I need to pay federal gift tax when giving a car in Utah?
The federal gift tax annual exclusion is $18,000 per recipient (2024). Most vehicle gifts fall under this threshold and do not require a federal gift tax return.
Who qualifies for the family gift exemption in Utah?
In Utah, the eligible relationships for the gift transfer exemption include: Spouse, Parent, Child, Sibling, Grandparent, Grandchild.
Does a car gift need to be notarized in Utah?
Most states do not require notarization for family gift transfers, though some do.
Can I gift a car to a non-family member in Utah?
Gifts to non-family members in Utah are generally subject to standard sales tax based on the vehicle's fair market value — not the $0 gift price. The federal gift tax annual exclusion ($18,000 in 2024) still applies on the federal side.