Last checked November 2026
Vehicle registration and annual token tax are provincial matters. You pay to the Excise & Taxation department of the province or territory where your vehicle is registered, not where you currently live.
What to bring
- Vehicle registration book or smart card
- Owner's CNIC
Take originals plus photocopies. Offices may ask for extra documents.
Your route
- 1
Pick the excise department of the province where your vehicle is registered.
- 2
Verify the vehicle by registration number online.
- 3
Pay token tax online or at designated banks.
- 4
Keep the e-receipt in the vehicle.
Tips & common mistakes
- Check for unpaid tax before buying a used car.
- Many provinces offer online payment and e-receipts.
- Transfer ownership promptly after buying or selling a vehicle.
Frequently asked questions
My car is registered in Islamabad but I live in Lahore. Where do I pay?+
You pay Islamabad Excise, because tax follows the province of registration.
Fees, documents and timelines change, so Raasta deliberately doesn't quote fees. Confirm current requirements on the official website before you apply. Spotted something out of date?