Punjab Vehicle Re-Registration Starts 2026: Get New Number Plates from Other Provinces

Good news if you own a car or bike registered outside Punjab. The Excise, Taxation and Narcotics Control Department has started re-registering vehicles from other provinces right here in Punjab. It kicked off on February 14, 2026, and the Rawalpindi office is already handling applications.

This move makes life easier for thousands of people who moved to Punjab for work, family, or business but kept their old plates. Now you can get a proper Punjab registration number and sort out taxes locally.

Who Can Apply?

Anyone with a vehicle or motorcycle registered in:

• Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK)

• Sindh

• Balochistan

• Gilgit-Baltistan

• Azad Kashmir

It covers all types and engine sizes. Cars, bikes, even bigger vehicles – they’re all eligible under the new Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).

If you live in Rawalpindi, Lahore, Faisalabad, or anywhere in Punjab and your vehicle still shows plates from another province, this is for you.

Why This Matters Now

For years, people faced headaches with out-of-province plates. Traffic police checks, insurance issues, and resale problems were common. This new system fixes that.

You’ll pay your token tax in Punjab instead of sending money elsewhere. Your vehicle becomes fully legal here. And when you sell it later, buyers prefer a local number plate.

Step-by-Step: How to Re-Register Your Vehicle

The process is straightforward but needs some preparation. Here’s what happens:

Get the NOC First

Start at the excise office in the province where your vehicle is currently registered. Apply for a No Objection Certificate. This confirms they have no issue with the transfer.

Gather Your Documents

You’ll need these ready:

| Document | Why It’s Needed |

| NOC from original province | Official permission to transfer |

| Vehicle clearance certificate | Proves the vehicle is clear of dues |

| Police 15 report | Security and verification check |

| Complete vehicle file | Original registration papers, ownership proof|

| Owner’s affidavit | Sworn statement from you |

Visit the Punjab Excise Office

Head to your local office – in Rawalpindi, it’s already up and running. Submit everything.

Biometric Verification

This is mandatory. You’ll give fingerprints and photos to confirm identity.

Pay the Fees

Registration charges are the same as for any Punjab vehicle. Expect a small city transfer fee on top. Token tax for the year will also shift to Punjab.

Get Your New Plate

Once approved, you get a fresh Punjab number for your city. The old one gets cancelled. They even send a letter to the original province to close the file.

The whole thing usually takes a few days to a couple of weeks, depending on how busy the office is.

What It Costs You

No huge surprises here. Fees follow Punjab’s standard rates. The city transfer fee is nominal – nothing like buying a new registration. You’ll also clear any pending token tax and pay the current year’s amount to Punjab.

Exact amounts depend on your vehicle’s engine size and type. Check the excise website or call your local office for a quick quote.

Real Benefits for People in Rawalpindi and Beyond

If you’re in Rawalpindi, this change hits close to home. Many families here have relatives from KPK or work in twin cities with Islamabad plates. Now you can drive without that extra worry at checkpoints.

For businesses, it means smoother operations. Delivery vans and company cars can run legally with local plates.

And resale? A Punjab-registered vehicle sells faster and for better prices. Buyers don’t want the hassle of transferring plates themselves.

Tips to Make It Smooth

• Start with the NOC early. Some provinces move faster than others.

• Keep photocopies of everything.

• Book your biometric slot if the office offers online booking.

• Go during less busy hours – mornings are usually better.

• If you’re not sure about any document, call the excise helpline before you go.

Don’t wait too long. The system is new, so offices might get busier as word spreads.

What Happens After You Get the New Number?

Your old registration is officially cancelled. The vehicle now belongs to Punjab’s records. You update your insurance, pay future taxes here, and drive with peace of mind.

This is a one-time process. Once done, you’re set.

The Bottom Line

This is a practical step from the Punjab government. It helps people who’ve made Punjab their home and brings more vehicles into the local tax net.

If your car or bike is still showing plates from another province, now’s the time to act. Head to the excise office in Rawalpindi or your city, get your papers in order, and join the growing list of properly registered vehicles.

Life on the road just got a bit simpler. For more updates, visit DrivePK.com