Car delivery under the program trade-in (trade-in) is becoming more popular among Russian car owners: according to the data Association of European BusinessesIn 2023, the share of such transactions was 28% of all new car purchases. However, not everyone knows that for registration of trade-in through a representative requires a special power of attorney – and the usual general one is not suitable here. Without a properly drafted document, the dealer may refuse to accept the car, and the transaction risks being invalidated.

In this article, we will discuss the power of attorney for trade-in It is different from the standard, which powers to prescribe to avoid problems with the traffic police and tax, and also provide relevant 2026 in view of recent changes in the law. We'll pay special attention. risk, which are silent dealers: from the possible understatement of the cost of the car to disputes when returning the PTS.

How is the power of attorney for trade-in different from the general?

Many car owners mistakenly believe that the general power of attorney for the car automatically covers all operations, including the delivery of the car. trade-in. In practice, this is not the case: dealers and notaries require separate document with clearly defined authority. Here are the key differences:

  • 📄 Purpose of the document: General power of attorney allows you to control the car, to pass the TO and even to sell it, but never Covers trade-in change – many dealerships (for example, Auto special center or rolf) require a separate indication of this right.
  • 💰 Financial authority: in the power of attorney for trade-in to prescribe the right to sign the contract of sale on behalf of the ownerreceive money (if a ransom is provided) and dispose of them (for example, transfer to an account for the purchase of a new car).
  • 🔄 Duration of validityGeneral power of attorney is often issued for 1-3 years, while for a trade-in is enough single-issue with a period of 1-2 days (at the time of the transaction).
  • 📋 Additional items: in the power of attorney for trade-in usually indicate the right to represent the interests of the owner in the traffic police (for deregistration), the bank (if the car is on credit) and the insurance company.

Important: If the vehicle is in bank deposit (for example, on a car loan), a standard power of attorney will not help - you will need to pledger for delivery to the trade-in, drawn up in a separate document. Without this, the dealer will refuse to accept the car, even if the representative has a notarized power of attorney.

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What powers must be prescribed in the power of attorney?

It is not enough to simply specify in the document the phrase “right to hand over the car to trade-in”. Dealers and notaries require detailed list of powersTo avoid disputes. Here's what to include:

  1. Signature of a trade-in contract on behalf of the owner, including an agreement to offset the cost of the old car against the new one.
  2. Right to transfer PTS and keys Dealer (with an indication that the representative can obtain copies of the documents for the owner).
  3. Power to be removed from the register In traffic police (if the car is removed from registration in the transaction).
  4. Right to receive funds (If you have a new car or a new car.)
  5. Right to represent interests in the bank (if the car is on loan) and the insurance company (for the termination of the CASCO policy).

Example of wording for a notary:

I trust [name of representative] to sign on my behalf a trade-in agreement with [name of dealership], transfer the originals of the PTS series [number] and keys for the car [mark, model, VIN], receive money in the amount of up to [amount] rubles, and also remove the car from registration in the traffic police.

Check the dealer's requirements for the document | Check the availability of all car data (VIN, PTS number) | Indicate the exact amount of possible ransom |Prease the right to be deregistered in the traffic police |Add the item on obtaining copies of documents for the owner->

Attention! If the power of attorney does not specify the right to payoffThe dealer can only issue them to the owner personally, even if the representative has signed the contract. This is a common cause of conflict: the car has already been handed over, and no one can get the money.

Model of power of attorney for trade-in 2026: download the form

Below is a relevant presentation proxy(a) meets the requirements of the dealers (AvtoVAZ, Hyundai, Kia etc.) and notaries for 2026. It can be used as a base, but Please check the details with your dealer. some centres (for example, rolf) require additional paragraphs.

Download the form in Word (docx)

📥 [Click here] to download the editable power of attorney form on the trade-in (updated in May 2026).

Section of power of attorney Example of wording Explanation
Owner's data I, Ivanov Ivanovich, passport series 1234 No567890, issued by the police Department of internal Affairs of the city. Moscow 01.01.2020, registered at the address: Moscow, st. Lenin, D.1, Q.123 Name, passport data and registration address are indicated passport-wise.
Data of the representative I trust Petrov Petrov, passport of series 4321 No. 098765, issued by the Internal Affairs Department. St. Petersburg 02.02.2021 If the representative is a legal entity, the details of the company and the name of the employee are indicated.
Vehicle data Toyota Camry, 2018, VIN JTMBK3JKX0D123456, number PTS 77TT123456, state. number A123BV77 Error in VIN or PTS number will make power of attorney invalid!
Powers Sign a trade-in agreement, transfer the PTS and keys, receive money in the amount of up to 1,500,000 rubles, remove from the traffic police The amount is better indicated with a margin (for example, 10-20% higher than the market value of the machine).
Duration of validity The power of attorney is issued for a period of 30 (thirty) days from the date of the notarial certificate. For a trade-in usually takes 1-7 days. The long term increases the risk of fraud.

Attention! If the vehicle is in leasing or creditIn the power of attorney, specify:

"With the consent of the pledgeholder [name of the bank], the pledge agreement No. 123 dated 01.01.2022, I authorize [name of the representative] to deliver the car to the trade-in by this power of attorney."

Notarial Certificate: Is it mandatory or not?

By law, power of attorney for the delivery of a car in a trade-in It does not always require notarization.. In practice, however,

  • ✅ No notary. Only some dealers accept power of attorney (for example, AvtoVAZ machine Lada) - provided that the document is signed by the owner in person in their presence.
  • ❌ Notary is required, if:
    • The car is pledged to the bank;
    • The owner cannot be present at the transaction;
    • The dealer requires notarization (most centers, including the Hyundai, Kia, Toyota).

The cost of notarization in 2026:

  • 💵 For natural persons: 1,500–2,500 rubles (depending on the region).
  • 💼 For legal persons: 3,000 to 5,000 rubles + VAT.
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If the dealer agrees to accept the power of attorney without a notary, ask him to provide it. fill-out Each center may have its own requirements for wording.

When notarizing, check that the document has a seal. “For real estate and motor vehicle transactions” Some notaries use simplified seals that dealers do not accept.

Risks in the registration of trade-in by proxy

Even with a properly designed power of attorney, the owner is waiting for legal and financial risks. Here are the most common:

  1. Underestimating the value of the car: the representative may agree to a lesser credit than the market value of the machine. To avoid this, in advance:
    • 📊 Order. peer-review (cost - 2000-5 000 rubles);
    • 📱 Ask the representative to lead. videocast negotiations with the dealer;
    • 📄 Put it in the power of attorney. credit-offbelow which the transaction is not possible.
  • Problems with PTSThe dealer may delay the return of the original PTS or copy. The power of attorney must be spelled out the right of the representative receive copies of all documents for the owner.
  • Bank disputes: if the machine is on loan, the bank can block the transaction if the power of attorney does not indicate his consent. This leads to penalty (up to 1% of the amount of debt per day)
  • FraudIn 2023, there were several cases when “representatives” under fake power of attorney handed over cars to trade-in, and owners learned about it after the fact. To protect yourself:
    • 🔍 Check it out. testimonials on Drom. or Auto.ru.;
    • 📞 Call the dealership. pre-dealto confirm its legitimacy;
    • 📋 Demand a representative photo/scanning of documents after signing the contract.
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    The most reliable way to avoid risks is to issue a power of attorney. only for a specific dealer. (indicate its name and address and limit the duration of the 1-2 days.

    Attention! If it turns out after the trade-in that the car was in Accident or burden-bearing (for example, traffic fines), the dealer can terminate the transaction. The owner will have to return the old car and penalty (up to 10% of its value).

    Step-by-step instructions: how to issue a power of attorney for a trade-in?

    To avoid errors, follow this algorithm:

    1. Step 1. Clarify the dealer's requirements

      Call the dealership and ask:

      • 📋 Do I need a notarial power of attorney?
      • 📄 What powers should be prescribed?
      • 🕒 What is the maximum duration of the document?
    2. Step 2. Prepare the data.

      You'll need:

      • 🆔 Passport of the owner and representative;
      • 🚗 PTS and CTS of the car;
      • 📝 Loan agreement data (if the car is pledged).
    3. Step 3. Make a text of the power of attorney

      Use it. sample Or download the form from the dealer. Make sure to check:

      • 🔢 Correctness of VIN and PTS number;
      • 💰 The specified amount of credit (better with a margin);
      • 📅 Validity period (no more than 30 days).
    4. Step 4. Notary's office.

      The cost is from 1,500 rubles. The notary will check:

      • 🆔 the identity of the owner and representative;
      • 🚗 Ownership of the vehicle;
      • 📄 No encumbrances (based on the FNP).
  • Step 5. Pass the documents to the representative

    Give me the power of attorney.

    • 🔑 Original PTS;
    • 🔑 Car keys;
    • 📄 A copy of your passport;
    • 📄 Power of attorney to represent interests in the traffic police (if you need to take it off the record).
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    If the representative is your relative, some dealers can go in and accept a power of attorney without a notary. Please clarify this point in advance!

    What if the dealer refuses to accept the power of attorney?

    The situation when the dealer refuses to work with a representative by proxy is not uncommon. Here. legal ways to solve the problem:

    • 📞 Clarify the reason for the refusal: often it is related to small things (for example, no VIN is specified or no notary seal is available). Correct the document and try again.
    • 📧 Write an official request To the director of the dealership with a request to explain the reasons. Attach a copy of the power of attorney. In 70% of cases, the issue is resolved.
    • 🏛️ Contact Rospotrebnadzor.If the dealer violates your rights as a consumer (for example, refuses without explanation), you can file a complaint through the website. zpp.rospotrebnadzor.ru.
    • 🔄 Change the dealer.If the center stubbornly refuses to work with a representative, find another one – many networks (for example, the network). Auto special center or May) more loyal to the powers of attorney.

    If the dealer refers to "internal rules," ask for a show of writing-in - often just an excuse. By law,st. 185 GC of the Russian Federation) a power of attorney issued in accordance with all the rules is mandatory.

    Attention! If the car is in leasingThe dealer has the right to refuse a trade without the consent of the lessor - even if there is a power of attorney. In this case, you will first get written permission from the leasing company.

    FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions

    ❓ Can I get a power of attorney for trade-in through public services?

    No, for now. Public services do not provide such services.. Power of attorney for the delivery of a car to the trade-in can be issued only:

    • U notary (Recommended option);
    • V dealership (If they provide such a service and the owner is present in person).

    The exception is power of attorney through a notary, using Unified identification and authentication system (Esiah), but not all dealers accept it.

    ❓ How much does it cost to issue a power of attorney for a trade-in?

    The cost depends on the type of power of attorney:

    • Simple writing (without a notary): free-for-freebut it's rarely taken;
    • Notary:
      • For individuals: 1,500–2,500 rubles;
      • For legal entities: RUB 3,000–5,000 + VAT;
      • Urgent registration (for 1 day): up to 10,000 rubles.

    In addition, payment may be required:

    • 📄 Copy of documents (50-200 rubles);
    • 📡 Departure of the notary to the house (from 3 000 rubles).
    ❓ Can a representative by proxy get money for the car?

    Yes, but only if it is. clearly written in the power of attorney. Example of wording:

    “Receive money in the amount of up to [the amount] rubles from [the name of the dealer center] and dispose of it at your discretion (including transfer to the account [account number].”

    If the amount is not specified, the dealer can issue money. only to the owner personally Or put it on his account.

    ❓ What to do if the power of attorney for trade-in is lost?

    If the power of attorney is lost deal:

    1. Immediately. Call her off. at the notary (cost - 1000-1 500 rubles).
    2. Make it out. new-guarantee The previous [date] of the [date] of the power of attorney is cancelled.

    If the power of attorney is lost post-deal:

    1. Check if someone else has used it (through the traffic There should be no new operations with the machine.
    2. If the machine is already traded in the trade-in, write police report Loss of the document (in case of fraud).
    ❓ Do I have to pay tax on a trade-in by proxy?

    Tax liability depends on the type of transaction:

    • 🔄 If the car is on the test. (without paying the owner): tax payable don't - it is not considered income (letter of the Federal Tax Service of 12.04.2021 No BS-4-11/4525).
    • 💰 If the dealer pays the owner money (for example, when buying an old car): the amount of 250,000 rubles yearly NDF 13% (for physical persons).
    • 📉 If the car has been owned for less than 3 yearsThe owner will have to file. declaration 3-NDF and pay tax on the difference between the sale and purchase price (if it is positive).

    When applying through a power of attorney Tax liabilities remain with the owner, not a representative.