The Ministry of Works and Transport has launched the third phase of the Digital Registration Number Plates initiative, targeting vehicles entering Uganda for the first time. This phase will be implemented at the Malaba and Mutukula border entry points.
According to the Ministry, vehicle owners in this category will now have access to digital registration plates at a cost of Shs714,300. The initiative is part of ongoing efforts to modernize Uganda’s motor vehicle registration process and enhance road safety.
How to Apply for Digital Registration Plates
The process varies depending on the route taken by vehicle owners to clear taxes:
Vehicles Clearing Taxes Directly at Mombasa or Dar es Salaam Ports
Vehicle owners in this category benefit from a streamlined process. After clearing taxes at these ports, vehicles will enter Uganda already fitted with digital number plates and accompanied by a logbook. Owners must log into the Ministry’s booking system immediately after taxes are cleared to confirm their registration.
Vehicles Cleared from Bonded Warehouses in Uganda
For vehicles cleared from bonded warehouses, owners must complete all tax assessments via the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) portal. This includes verification by the Motor Vehicle Registration department under the Ministry of Works and Transport. Once taxes and assessments are confirmed, clients can select a preferred location and time for the installation of the digital number plates.
The Ministry has assured vehicle owners that the service will be made convenient by bringing the fitment of registration plates to the chosen locations.
The rollout of digital number plates is part of the government’s broader initiative to enhance road safety, improve vehicle tracking, and streamline the registration process. The Ministry encourages vehicle owners to comply promptly to benefit from these advancements.
