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Vehicle Licence

State-administered vehicle licensing evidence tied to a properly registered vehicle.

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Who needs it?

  • Owners of vehicles used on Nigerian public roads.

What to have before you start

  • Vehicle registration details.
  • Owner identification details.
  • Chassis/VIN and engine information.
  • Insurance policy details where requested.

How to do it

  1. Use an approved state motor licensing/vehicle registration office.
  2. Ensure the vehicle is correctly captured in the national vehicle registration system.
  3. Pay only through the state/official payment route you can verify.
  4. Keep the licence current and retain verifiable evidence of the transaction.

Cost / payment note

State-dependent. Roadbook does not publish one national price because there is no single nationwide state fee.

Legal / regulatory basis

National Road Traffic Regulations 2012 plus applicable state vehicle administration rules.