Vehicle registration & taxation
Understand vehicle registration, ownership transfer and tax administration for private and commercial vehicles across Sindh.
Overview
Motor Vehicle Tax is administered under the Sindh Motor Vehicle Taxation Act, 1958 and the Motor Vehicle Rules, 1959. Registration records establish vehicle ownership and support taxation, transfer and identification processes.
The computerized registration system connects Karachi with regional directorates in Hyderabad, Sukkur, Larkana and Mirpurkhas, helping maintain coordinated vehicle records and taxpayer services.
Fee schedules
Expand each schedule to review the category-based rates currently presented for vehicle services.
| Vehicle category | Registration fee |
|---|---|
| Cars and jeeps up to 1000cc | 1% of vehicle value |
| Cars and jeeps above 1000cc and up to 1300cc | 1.25% of vehicle value |
| Cars and jeeps above 1300cc and up to 2500cc | 2.25% of vehicle value |
| Cars and jeeps above 2500cc | 5% of vehicle value |
| Motorcycles and scooters up to 149cc | 1% of vehicle value |
| Motorcycles and scooters 150cc and above | 2% of vehicle value |
| Agricultural tractor | Rs. 2,000 |
| Vehicle category | Transfer fee |
|---|---|
| Motorcycle or scooter | Rs. 500 |
| Heavy Transport Vehicle | Rs. 4,000 |
| Cars and jeeps up to 800cc | Rs. 1,600 |
| Cars and jeeps from 801cc to 1500cc | Rs. 2,000 |
| Cars and jeeps from 1501cc to 2000cc | Rs. 3,000 |
| Cars and jeeps from 2001cc to 3000cc | Rs. 5,000 |
| Cars and jeeps above 3000cc | Rs. 7,000 |
| Rickshaw | Rs. 800 |
Applicable charges can depend on vehicle type, value, engine capacity, registration status and transaction date. Review the calculated amount before completing payment.
Vehicle categories
Registration and tax requirements vary by vehicle category, engine capacity, value and intended use.
Registration journey
Keep the invoice, identification and ownership documents ready.
Vehicle and documentation details are checked for registration.
Applicable registration, tax and related charges are calculated.
The registration record and identification documents are issued after completion.
