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How to register a car, motorbike or other vehicle in PNG

Nov. 3, 2017, 11:41 am.


According to Car Sales Base, in just a span of a decade, car sales in Papua New Guinea have increased by 66.49%. People are increasingly wealthy enough to own a car and further proof is the number of cars listed for sale at dealers and through online classified websites such as MarketMeri.


But anyone planning to buy a car must abide by certain legal obligations with the government. This includes having a car registered before being able to drive it. In this article, we explain the the requirement to register your car or motorbike, the process to obtain registration and the the costs involved.


What do I need in order to register my vehicle?

Quite simply, you only need:

1. Valid identification
2. Completed application (Download here)
3. The specifics of your vehicle (weight, make, model, seating capacity, etc.)
4. A safety sticker
5. Proof of insurance (obtained from the insurance company itself)
6. Money to pay the registration fees for your car / vehicle.


Where do I get a safety sticker?

Safety stickers can be obtained from any Authorised Inspection Station that is approved by the Road Transport Authority of Papua New Guinea. These inspection stations will check the vehicle’s road worthiness.

Note that inspections of the vehicle for roadworthiness should be every 6 months still at an authorised inspection station. It is also important to remember that you cannot take your car for a drive unless you have a valid safety sticker. The only time you are allowed to drive the vehicle without a valid safety sticker is if you can prove that you are only using the vehicle for a roadworthiness inspection.

For a list of authorised inspection stations, you can contact the Road Traffic Authority office through +675 325 0722 or +675 325 031. You can also visit their office at the MVIL Building in Kunai Street, Hoholo, Port Moresby, NCD.

 


How much does a roadworthiness inspection and safety sticker cost?

The inspection will cost the following (note these costs regulatedf under PNG law Schedule 11 of the Motor Traffic Regulation of 1967):

 

 

  • - Motor cycle with or without side-car - K1.00
  • - Motor car or motor lorry weighing not more than 2,000 kg - K6.00
  • - Motor lorry weighing more than 2,000 kg and prime movers - K8.00
  • - Trailers where braking system not required - K1.00
  • - Trailers where braking system required - K2.00
  • - Articulated vehicles or large trailer combinations - K10.00
  • - Omnibuses and public motor vehicles seating capacity under 25 - K8.00
  • - Omnibuses and public motor vehicles seating capacity 25 and over - K10.00
  • - Issue of safety sticker - K1.00
  • - Replacement certificate of roadworthiness, safety sticker or both - K2.00

 

 

Where do I get insurance from?

There are different insurance providers that protects the finances and peace of mind of motor vehicle owners.

There are two types of car and motorbike insurance, comprehensive insurance and third party insurance. Comprehensive insurancer will insure your car for accidental damange and any other persons car or property that is damanged as a result of your fault. In contrast, third party insurance will only insure any party or property (e.g. a car) that is damanged or innjured as a result of your fault. It is compulsory in Papua New Guinea for all car and motorbike owners to maintain third insurancr at a minimum.

Should you wish to keep costs low and only insure your car for third party accidents, the Motor Vehicle Insurance Limited has been delegated with responsibiltiy for offering minimum third party insurance. A list of their contact details and branch locations is at the end of this guide.

Alternativdely, comprehensive insurance, whilst more expensive, is generalyl highly recommended in Papua New Guinea. This is because roads are poor and dangerous to drive on, with accidents occuring frequently. In addition, car jacking and hold-ups are unfortunately common, in particular in the urban areas of Port Moresy. You can obtain comprehensive insurance from a ranger of providers such as  Trans Pacific Assurance Limited. These insurers will offer a range of tailored insurance packages is which covers accidents, theft and similar damage. 

How much does it cost to register a car?

There are different fees for different classifications of vehicles, depending on the weight and engine size of each. They are as follows:

Registration for private vehicles / cars:

  • - 1300cc downward - K140.00
  • - 1301cc to 2000cc - K160.00
  • - 2001cc to 4000cc - K280.00
  • - 4001cc upward - K400.00


Registration for vehicles / cars that will be used commercially or for business:

  • - 1 tonne downward - K160.00
  • -1 to 2 tonnes - K250.00
  • - 2 to 3 tonnes - K320.00
  • - 3 to 6 tonnes - K420.00
  • - 6 to 8 tonnes - K550.00
  • - 8 to 10 tonnes - K650.00
  • - Per extra tonne exceeding 10 tonnes - K60.00


Registration for mortorcycles:

  • - Motorcycle - K100.00
  • - Motorcycle with side vehicle - K150.00


Registration for tractors and machinery:

  • - Tractor - 2500cc downwards - K120.00
  • - Tractor - 2501cc to 6000cc - K180.00
  • - Tractor - 6001cc upwards - K400.00
  • - Motor Tractors with Pneumatic Tyres -
  • - Tractor - 2500cc downwards - K250.00
  • - Tractor - 2501cc to 6000cc - K300.00
  • - Tractor - 6001cc upwards - K400.00
  • - Earthmoving Vehicles -
  • - Forklift - K300.00
  • - Front End Loader - K400.00
  • - Grader - K400.00
  • - Dozer - K400.00
  • - Roller - K400.00


Registration for Trailers:

  • - Trailers - 2 metres downwards - K100.00
  • - Trailers - 2 to 4 metres - K150.00
  • - Trailers - 4 metres upwards - K300.00
  • - Transfer of Ownership - K50.00
  • - Substitute of Registration Certificate - K50.00
  • - Release of Information - Provision - K30.00


Other associated costs:

  • - Replacement of Registration Sticker - K50.00
  • - Replacement of Registration Sticker - public motor vehicle - K60.00
  • - Transfer of Registration Number Plate - K35.00
  • - Plate for use on a motor vehicle - K300.00
  • - Plate for use on a motor cycle - K150.00
  • - Replacement - certificates for trade plates - K100.00


Where do I get my vehicle registered?

According to the Road Transport Authority website the RTA has delegate the responsinility of licensing and registration of private cars, morotbike and other vehicles to Motor Vehicles Insurance Limited (MVIL). For registration and licensing for commercial vehicles, these are sitll handled by the RTA. 

According to the MVIL website, you can register your vehicle is this this PNG Car / Motorbike Registration Form. You can also visit one of their many branches which are reference below. Should you need to renew either your vehicle registration or yiour driver's license, the MVIL website, allows you to do this online. Simply register for your MVIL account here.  


I would like transfer my registration to another car or owner - what do I do?

All transfers of registraton must be processed by the MVIL as well. No additional requirements are needed other than the copy of the previous registration, an up-to-date safety sticker, and the acquirer’s identification details, and fees.

You can download a copy of the PNG Transfer of Car / Motorbike Registration Form from the MVIL website and deliver it to the location listed below.


Other than it being required by the law, why should I register my car?

Police checkpoints are regularly setup around Papua New Guinea and in particular in Port Moresby and other capitals for security reasons. This helps prevent car theft in the country. In order to avoid trouble with the police and for your own safety, it is therefore highly advisable to follow the rules. And since registering your cars, motor bikes, and other vehicles is so easy, there's really no excuse to not be able to produce proper documentation when you get stopped for a quick inspection.

For more information please visit the Papua New Guinea Road Traffic Authority website and the MVIL Website.


Location of Motor Vehichle Insurance Limited (MVIL) Branches for Car & Motorbike Registrations:

  • MVIL NCD Customer Service

    P.O Box 1157
    Port Moresby
    National Capital District
    Phone: 302 4600
    Fax: 325 8548


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  • MVIL LAE

    POST PNG BUILDING
    TOP TOWN,
    P O BOX 3205
    LAE 411
    MOROBE PROVINCE
    Phone: 472 3299
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


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  • MVIL KOKOPO

    WESTPAC BUILDING, ROOM 1
    KOKOPO TOWN
    P O BOX 570
    KOKOPO
    ENBP
    Phone: 982 8166
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


  • MVIL HAGEN

    PROVINCIAL GVMNT BUILDING
    HAGEN TOWN
    P O BOX 1605
    MT HAGEN
    WHP
    Phone: 542 2876
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


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  • MVIL GOROKA

    PROVINCIAL GVMNT BUILDING, GOROKA TOWNGOROKA
    P O BOX 886
    GOROKA
    EASTERN HIGHLANDS PROV
    Phone: 532 1190
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


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  • MVIL WEWAK

    FRANCIS SAKIAS BUILDING
    WEWAK TOWN
    P O BOX 1019
    WEWAK
    EAST SEPIK PROVINCE
    Phone: 456 1032
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


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  • MVIL VANIMO

    PROVINCIAL GVMNT BUILDING
    VANIMO TOWN
    P O BOX 196
    VANIMO
    SANDAUN PROVINCE
    Phone: 457 1483
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


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  • MVIL KIMBE

    NURR HAUS KIMBE TOWN
    KINBE TOWN
    P O BOX 876
    KIMBE
    WEST NEW BRITAIN
    Phone: 983 5076
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


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  • MVIL MINZ

    PROVINCIAL GVT BUILDING
    MINZ DISTRICT JIWAKA
    P O BOX 1455
    MINZ
    JIWAKA PROVINCE
    Phone: 546 5530/5570
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


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  • MVIL KAVIENG 

    C/- TRAFFIC REGISTRY
    NUSA PARADE
    KAVIENG
    P O Box 577
    KAVIENG
    NIP
    Phone: 984 2300
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


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  • MVIL TABUBIL

    c/-TABUBIL PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT
    TABUBIL
    P O BOX 364
    TABUBIL
    WESTERN PROVINCE
    Phone: 649 9009
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


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  • MVIL LIHIR

    NIP Provincial Administration
    Lihir Sub DISTRICT
    LONDOLOVIT - LIHIR
    P O BOX 222
    LONDOLOVIT-LIHIR
    NIP
    Phone: 986 4961
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


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  • MVIL TARI

    Provincial Government Building
    TARI TOWN
    P O Box 137
    TARI
    HELA PROVINCE
    Phone: 540 8648
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


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  • MVIL MANUS

    PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT ADMINSTRATION COMPLEX

    Phone: 4703808 Fax: 4703809

    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg

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  • MVIL GORDONS

    CPTA BUILDING
    VARAHE ST, Gordons
    P O Box 1157
    PORT MORESBY
    National Capital District
    Phone: 3170024
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


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  • MVIL KIUNGA

    Aweambip Building
    Provincial Traffic Registry Office
    P O BOX 300
    KIUNGA
    WESTERN PROVINCE
    Phone: 649 2415
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


  • MVIL - Kundiawa

    P.O. Box 670
    Kundiawa
    Simbu
    Phone: 535 1344
    Fax: 535 1344
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


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  • MVIL Mendi

    Agiru Centre- Ground FLOOR
    P.O. Box 574
    Mendi
    Southern Highlands
    Phone: 549 1810
    Fax: 549 1841
    Status: Active
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


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  • MVIL POPONDETTA

    POPONDETTA TRAFFIC POLICE OFFICE
    P O BOX 284
    POPONDETTA
    ORO PROVINCE
    Phone: 629 7362/7295
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


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  • MVIL BUKA

    BUKA TRAFFIC REGISTR GREEN HAUS BUKA TOWN
    P O BOX 52
    BUKA
    AROB
    Phone: 973 9561
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


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  • MVIL ARAWA

    CHEBU ST
    ARAWA TOWN
    P O BOX 226
    ARAWA
    AROB
    Phone: 975 1028
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


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  • MVIL WABAG

    IPATAS BUILDING, WABAG TOWN
    P O Box 94
    WABAG
    ENGA PROVINCE
    Phone: 547 1427
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg


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  • MVIL KEREMA

    GREEN HAUS, 2ND FLOOR
    2ND BLOCK, SECT10, LOT10
    KEREMA TOWN
    GULF PROVINCE
    Phone:
    Email: contact@mvil.com.pg

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