Registration of Motor Homes – Frequently Asked Questions

Motor home registration follows the same process as a standard vehicle, described below:

Present the following documents at a ServiceOntario location: 

1. New vehicle: New Vehicle Information Sheet (NVIS);
2. Vehicle previously registered in another jurisdiction (including United States): other jurisdiction’s proof of registration, Ontario Safety Standards Certificate and, if applicable, Vehicle Import Form and Registrar of Imported Vehicles Form 1; or
3. Used vehicles purchased in Ontario: vehicle portion of permit, Ontario Safety Standards Certificate, Bill of Sale and a Used Vehicle Information Package.

There are three classes of motor homes:

Class “A” - commonly referred to as buses because of their size and resemblance to motor coach buses.

Class “B” - commonly referred to as camper vans, since they are typically constructed using full-size vans that have been stretched in length and height.

Class “C” - commonly referred to as mini motor homes, as they have distinctive cab-over-bunk designs.

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is an internationally accepted code that provides a distinct identifier for all vehicles. It contains information about the vehicle manufacturer, model, year, make, motive power, number of axles, etc.

Motor homes are typically constructed in multiple stages.  The frame is constructed by an auto or truck manufacturer, while the body and living area are constructed by a motor home manufacturer. The frame manufacturer will assign a VIN to the frame before delivering it to a motor home manufacturer. After the vehicle is completely built, a second VIN will be attached to the vehicle’s body by the motor home manufacturer. 

Please visit a ServiceOntario location and present the following documents:

• The original permit for the motor home; and,
• One of the following documents containing the correct year, make and model of the vehicle:
  • original vehicle manufacturer’s warranty;
  • copy of manufacturer’s invoice;
  • copy of Bill of Sale/Certificate of Sale from original selling dealer;
  • copy of certificate of title/certificate of origin;
  • copy of NVIS, if applicable;
  • letter from new vehicle dealer who sells same make of vehicle; or,
  • a sworn affidavit from vehicle owner explaining the discrepancy.

After the two documents are provided, the motor home information will be changed. This change will update the vehicle information to include the year, make and model assigned by the motor home’s manufacturer.