KZN Drivers Face Deadline to Switch to New Number Plates by December 1

Time Running Out For KZN Drivers

KwaZulu-Natal motorists have just weeks left to make the switch to the province’s new vehicle number plate system before facing possible fines. The Department of Transport has confirmed that the updated registration system will officially take full effect on December 1, 2025.

Speaking to The Independent on Saturday, KZN Transport MEC Siboniso Duma urged all drivers to complete the conversion process before November 30 to avoid penalties. The department’s message is clear if you’re still driving with your old plates in December, you could be fined.

Why The Change Is Happening

The move isn’t just a cosmetic update. The province’s existing numbering sequence has simply run out of combinations in some towns. The new system, however, introduces a fresh series that aligns KwaZulu-Natal with the national vehicle registration framework.

Former Premier Nomusa Dube-Ncube, who launched the new campaign, previously said the updated plates include enhanced security features designed to help curb vehicle-related crimes. The improved system will make it easier for law enforcement to trace and verify vehicles across provinces.

“This shift ensures that KZN keeps pace with the rest of the country while improving security and efficiency on our roads,” she said at the time.

What Motorists Need To Know

The department has been rolling out public awareness campaigns urging residents to make the switch at their nearest licensing department or registering authority. Vehicle owners are advised to bring their original identification, proof of address, and vehicle registration documents when applying for the new plates.

Those who delay could face administrative penalties, and in some cases, may be stopped during roadside checks.

Final Reminder

With the clock ticking toward December, the message from the Department of Transport couldn’t be clearer: make the switch before November 30 or prepare to pay the price.

For many KZN drivers, it’s a small change that could help make the province’s roads safer and keep them on the right side of the law.

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