AFI Vehicle Registration
Each service member or DoD civilian is authorized to register a maximum of three vehicles through Central Motor Vehicle Registration Office (CMVRO). When you register your auto or motorcycle with the CMVRO, the vehicle will be entered into the AFI Vehicle Registration System, and you will be issued Italian cover plates free of charge. You will be required to pay a one-time registration fee of €20 for each vehicle you register in the AFI system. If you register more than one vehicle, the second and third vehicles are subject to payment of Italian road taxes. Road taxes are based upon the size of the engine and age of the vehicle (Euro Classification) ranging from €5 to €40 per month. Each year, one month prior to your registration anniversary month (i.e. register in July and revalidate in June), you will be required to revalidate your registration before you can receive your tax-free petroleum products. Upon receipt of any required fees, CMVRO will update your vehicle registration and renew your tax-free petroleum ration. All vehicles must meet the criteria set forth in the NSA Naples Instruction 11240.19 series and the NSA Naples Instruction 11240.26 series. Vehicles failing to meet inspection criteria will have gas rations suspended until appropriate repairs have been made. To comply with the Status of Forces Agreement, all registration services must be done in the name of the sponsor. Local hires and dependents are not granted Allied Forces Italy (AFI) vehicle registration privileges. If the previous title or registration is in the name of the dependent,
you will be required to transfer ownership into the name of the sponsor. Documents required for registration: • Valid original vehicle title, previous registration or certificate of origin (with no liens or with written authorization from the lien holder acknowledging vehicle description, location and amount and term of lien); • Proof of insurance (originals only); • AFI driver’s license; • Proof of eligibility: military/civilian ID and PCS orders; • Shipping documents/importation documents/safety inspection; • Applicable registration fees (€20 and road taxes, if applicable); • DoD civilians also need a Letter of Logistical Support from the human resources office or the Staff Judge Advocate establishing the employee as part of the “civilian component” as defined in NATO Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA), as well as a copy of their sojourner’s permit (or application receipt). Documents the sponsor will receive after registration: • Original Military Registration and Certificate of Title of Motor Vehicle; • Italian (cover) license plates; • Petroleum products authorization. Motorcycle/Mopeds: To operate any motorcycle or other two-wheeled vehicle, the registered owner/operator must be 18 years of age and have a motorcycle endorsement on his or her U.S. license. Also before registration and licensing, all individuals must show evidence of successfully completing an approved motorcycle safety course here in Naples.
Driving in Naples comes with its own set of rules; don't expect Italian drivers to follow the “rules of the road” as Americans know them. (Photo by MC1 (NAO) John Parker)
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Newcomer’s Guide to Naples - Automobiles