Overview
- An official notification moved the final date for replacing existing plates to December 31, 2025, and the extension covers all vehicle types.
- The new plates carry an Ajrak motif and security features designed to improve vehicle identification and tracking.
- Excise officials report surging applications and routine delays linked to limited processing capacity and infrastructure.
- Reported fees are Rs1,850 for motorbikes and Rs2,450 for cars, while many owners object to paying again and call for city-wide replacement camps.
- Karachi’s electronic challan system is fully operational, with traffic police reporting 4,136 e‑challans issued so far.