Federal Government Signs Decree That Revolutionizes Drivers’ Lives at Detran in Rio de Janeiro, Eliminating the Need for Notaries for Vehicle Transfers.
From now on, drivers in Rio de Janeiro can say goodbye to notaries when transferring ownership of their vehicles. With a decree from the federal government and Detran of RJ, the process, which was previously bureaucratic and time-consuming, can now be done entirely online, quickly and securely. This change promises to make life easier for drivers, who have been able to take advantage of the new measure since May 3, 2022.
The Detran of RJ introduced the possibility of transferring vehicles directly through the Digital Traffic Wallet (CDT) app. This tool is available for those who purchased cars from January 4, 2021, and already have the digital document. The process is simple: the seller enters the app, provides the buyer’s CPF number, and digitally signs. The buyer receives a notification and also signs within the app, completing the transfer without needing to leave home.
Detran of RJ Wants to Improve Service for Drivers
Adolfo Konder, president of the Detran of RJ, highlighted that this measure is part of the ongoing effort by the agency to improve service for drivers. ““Now, the authorization for transferring between individuals can be done 100% digitally. Detran/RJ’s adoption of the Digital Traffic Wallet tool is part of our goal to improve the quality of service provided to citizens“”, he stated.
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10 Brazilian States Have Already Adopted It
This change at Detran is not limited to Rio de Janeiro. The functionality is available in ten other Brazilian states, but it is important that the account on gov.br is updated and at the silver or gold level. The states that already offer this service include Acre, Ceará, Mato Grosso do Sul, Paraná, Rio Grande do Sul, Pernambuco, Rio Grande do Norte, Roraima, Mato Grosso, and Sergipe.
Drivers Away from the Bureaucracy of Notaries
For drivers who were used to the bureaucracy of notaries, this change brings enormous relief. Now, with just a few clicks, it is possible to transfer vehicles safely and efficiently, all from a smartphone. This innovation marks a significant advancement in the digitization of public services and reaffirms Detran of RJ’s commitment to modernizing and facilitating drivers’ lives.
And you, what do you think of this new development? Have you had complicated experiences with notaries? Leave your comment and share how this change can impact your daily life as a driver!

Só não conseguem reduzir a alíquota do IPVA para carros de passeio flex, de 4% para 2%, senão niguem enriquece né. Fato!
Ótimo,muito bom e rápido. Já tive vários problemas com a assinatura pois ao longo do tempo mudamos alguns detalhes na assinatura
Basta ter a conta GOV que tbm poderá fazer, nível ouro!