DVLA Embraces Digital Future: Sticker-Based Vehicle Registration Arrives in Ghana
Ghana’s Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) is set to revolutionize vehicle registration at the nation’s ports of entry with the comprehensive rollout of digital sticker ‘Drive from Port’ (DP) numbers. Announced on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, this significant shift will officially commence on August 1, 2025, marking a pivotal moment in the modernization of vehicle importation processes. The initiative will fully phase out the traditional issuance of aluminium DP plates at the ports, replacing them entirely with the innovative digital sticker system.
Driving Efficiency and Security: Ghana’s Digital DP Rollout
This move follows a highly successful pilot program conducted at Ghana’s crucial Tema and Takoradi Ports, demonstrating the readiness and effectiveness of the new digital infrastructure. From the stipulated August 1st effective date, imported vehicles will exclusively receive these digital DP stickers at the point of entry. The primary objectives behind this strategic overhaul are multifaceted: to significantly enhance the security, improve the efficiency, and bolster the accountability of DVLA services. By embracing this technology, the DVLA is also aligning Ghana’s vehicle registration practices with global best standards, reflecting a commitment to international compliance and modern governance in the African tech landscape. A cornerstone of this new system is the DVLA’s robust partnership with the State Insurance Company (SIC). This collaboration ensures that all vehicles issued with the digital DP stickers will also receive valid insurance coverage before they are permitted to leave the port premises, adding a vital layer of compliance and security for vehicle owners and the public.
This bold step by the DVLA underscores Ghana’s unwavering commitment to leveraging technology for improved public services and administrative efficiency. The transition to digital DP stickers signifies a major leap forward for vehicle importation, promising a more streamlined, secure, and transparent process that benefits both importers and the nation as a whole. As August 2025 approaches, Ghana’s ports are poised to embrace a truly digital future for vehicle registration, setting a commendable precedent in the region.
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