The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has commenced a pilot phase for its new Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)-enabled number plates as part of efforts to strengthen vehicle identification and improve security.
The Authority says the initiative is aimed at modernising Ghana’s vehicle registration system and introducing a more secure, technology-driven and tamper-resistant identification system.
According to the DVLA, the pilot will allow it to assess the effectiveness of the new number plates and refine the associated processes before a nationwide rollout.
The initiative follows the passage of the Road Traffic Regulations, 2026 (L.I. 2519), and forms part of the DVLA’s broader programme to improve the integrity, security and efficiency of vehicle registration.
The new RFID-enabled number plates will feature “REPUBLIC OF GHANA” prominently at the top, the Ghana flag at the top-right corner, and a biennial renewal sticker ring at the top-left corner.
The region of registration will also be displayed at the bottom of the plate, while a watermark of the map of Ghana will appear at the centre.
Under the new registration format, the registration number will be followed by four letters.
The first two letters will represent the Registration Centre Code, while the subsequent two letters will serve as a Random Identification Mark and will not follow a sequential pattern.
The DVLA also says the year of registration will no longer appear on the number plate under the new system.
The pilot phase will involve a selected number of vehicles and is intended to help the Authority test and refine the new system, operational processes and requirements ahead of full implementation.
The DVLA plans to officially begin issuing the new RFID-enabled number plates in January 2027, starting with unregistered vehicles.
It will later announce the modalities and commencement date for the re-registration of vehicles that are already registered.
The Authority says the introduction of the RFID-enabled plates forms part of its commitment to digitisation, enhanced vehicle security, improved revenue protection and greater efficiency in vehicle registration and identification.
The DVLA has urged the public to take note of the upcoming changes and assured vehicle owners that adequate information will be provided ahead of each phase of the rollout.
By: Bernard Mensah
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