Eligible personnel may register up to three vehicles for themselves and their family at a time while in Italy. Contact the MVRO for a vehicle registration appointment.

What to bring to register your vehicle.

• POV Title, Certificate of Origin, previous registration or other proof of ownership in the sponsor’s name.

• AFI driver’s license.

•  U.S. driver’s license.

• Military ID.

• PCS orders (military members), DOCPER letter (contractors), overseas orders – signed and stamped by HRO (DOD civilians), DD FORM 1614 accompanied by a Letter of Employment signed by local school Human Resources Office (DoDEA employees).

• Shipping document.

• Proof of Insurance.

• Safety Inspection.

• Cash: 20 euro registration fee.

• For 2nd or 3rd vehicles: You will need cash for road taxes. Rates are based on the vehicle’s horse power and age and can be paid to cover your ownership period. This can range from 150-500 euros. Call MVRO for estimates.

Vehicle insurance for the Naples area is expensive and the cost depends on the car’s make, model, year and age of the driver.

• Geico: Available online via Clements Worldwide. geico.clements.com/car/Italy

• USAA: Available online. European toll-free number: 800-971-707 (can be called from a mobile or landline).

• Zurich and Nobis: Office is located in the main TLA on the Support Site across from the motor vehicle office. 1st floor. Contracted with the NEX. Call:  081-811-6568, DSN: 629 6568.

All vehicles are required to be inspected periodically to maintain your AFI registration. An inspection station is located at the NEX Auto Port on the Support Site. Inspections are valid for 15 days.

Required equipment for inspection

·     Valid vehicle registration

·     First-aid kit, warning triangle and reflective vest

You have the option to buy a new or used car from a dealer or private seller in Italy. There is no sales tax when buying a vehicle from another AFI-eligible member. The payment of Italian road tax is required for any second or third vehicle registered in the AFI system.

MVRO managements the free Lemon Lot car sales parking area at Support Site. All vehicle sales must request a spot via MVRO.

·     Any vehicle that doesn’t meet U.S. specifications (specs) cannot be shipped back to CONUS.

·     Used automatic transmission vehicles may be difficult to find.

·     Morale, Welfare and Recreation’s (MWR) Auto Skills shop offers a free 30+ point assessment that will tell you everything you need to know before buying or selling a vehicle.

·     You need to carry snow chains in your vehicle if driving in mountain areas during winter months.  

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