DVLA, MTTD Begin Crackdown on Expired DV Plates Today
Authorities warn continued use of 2025 plates and expired DP stickers is now illegal
- Nationwide crackdown on 2025 DV plates and expired DP stickers starts March 24
- Use of old plates is now illegal following release of 2026 plates
- Motorists must ensure proper registration under the Road Traffic Regulations
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), in collaboration with the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service, will launch a nationwide enforcement operation against vehicles using 2025 DV plates and expired DP stickers beginning Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
In a public notice, the DVLA explained that the use of 2025 DV plates and DP stickers had been temporarily extended due to delays in issuing new vehicle licence plates.
However, following the release of 2026 DV plates on February 4, 2026, to motor traders, fleet owners, and licensed trade plate dealers, continuing to use old plates or expired stickers is now considered illegal.
Regulations and Compliance
The Authority reminded vehicle owners that DV plate usage is governed by Regulation 23 of the Road Traffic Regulations, 2012 (L.I. 2180), which outlines the categories of vehicles permitted to use them. Vehicles not meeting these requirements must be properly registered under the law.
DVLA also noted that all its offices have been issuing 2026 registrations since January 2 and urged motorists to comply to avoid penalties during the upcoming enforcement drive.
