Check the Cost of Car Plate Replacement, Requirements, and Procedures 2023

As we know, vehicle license plates are a unique identity for each vehicle, providing necessary information about ownership and legality. One important aspect of this license plate is its validity period, which is limited to 5 years. Once the validity period expires, the process of replacing the vehicle's plate becomes a necessity.

Non-compliance with this obligation can result in sanctions or fines, in accordance with established traffic regulations. To avoid these consequences, it is important to understand the costs, requirements, and latest procedures applicable in 2023 for replacing vehicle plates.

If you plan to replace your vehicle's plate after five years, this article will provide a complete guide from the procedures to all associated costs. 

What is the Cost of Replacing Vehicle Plates Every 5 Years in 2023?

The cost of replacing vehicle plates every five years in 2023 is currently set at Rp 0.00 (zero rupiah) or 0% (zero percent) with certain considerations, as quoted from Government Regulation Number 76 of 2020 regarding 31 types of Non-Tax State Revenue (PNBP) applicable to the Indonesian National Police.

However, it should be noted that there are several additional costs that must be incurred, including the cost of issuing the vehicle registration certificate (STNK), STNK validation, and several other costs that need to be considered.

Therefore, to provide a clearer picture, here is the range of overall costs that need to be considered when you are replacing your vehicle's license plate in 2023.

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1. Cost of Vehicle Plate Replacement Registration

When you visit the nearest Samsat registration counter, you are required to pay a physical check fee for your vehicle of Rp30,000 and a vehicle plate replacement registration fee of Rp100,000.

2. Mandatory Contribution for Road Traffic Accident Fund (SWDKLLJ)

Secondly, you are required to pay a contribution fee for victims of traffic accidents caused by vehicles according to government regulations, commonly known as the SWDKLLJ fee. The range of this contribution fee is Rp143,000.

3. Cost of Issuing and Validating STNK

Then, you also have to pay a new STNK issuance fee of Rp200,000 and an STNK validation fee of Rp50,000.

4. Penalty Fees If Applicable

Finally, you will also be subject to a fine of Rp500,000 or a maximum imprisonment sanction of 2 months if you do not pay the fine for the 5-year vehicle plate replacement tax. 

Cost of Vehicle Plate Replacement and Ownership Name Change

So how much do you need to pay if the vehicle plate replacement is done along with the vehicle ownership name change process? Here are the details:

1. Physical check fee for the vehicle of Rp30,000
2. SWDKLLJ fee of Rp143,000
3. BBN KB (Motor Vehicle Ownership Transfer Fee) of 1% of the vehicle purchase price
4. New STNK issuance fee of Rp200,000.
5. TNKB issuance fee of Rp100,000 and above
6. New BPKB issuance fee of Rp375,000

What Are the Requirements for Vehicle Plate Replacement?

Here are some requirements for the 5-year vehicle plate replacement that you need to prepare in advance:

1. Bring the required documents for vehicle plate replacement such as the original ID card of the vehicle owner and a photocopy, the original STNK and a photocopy, the original BPKB and a photocopy.
2. Bring proof of having conducted a physical check of the vehicle.
3. If you buy a used vehicle, you must perform a name change and prepare a power of attorney if you are processing it with the help of someone else.

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Vehicle Plate Replacement Procedure in 2023

Here are some procedures you need to follow when replacing your vehicle's license plate:

1. Go to Samsat, then head to the vehicle physical check counter for verification.
2. After the physical check, make sure to request proof of the check and make the payment.
3. Register at the registration counter and bring the complete required document files.
4. Make the payment for the vehicle plate replacement bill along with other additional costs.
5. Next, wait at the new vehicle plate and STNK collection counter until the officer calls you.

That is our article presentation regarding the costs of vehicle plate replacement, name change, requirements, and procedures.

In order to maintain compliance with traffic regulations, replacing vehicle license plates every five years is an obligation that cannot be avoided. The cost of plate replacement in 2023 of Rp100,000 may be a primary concern, but several additional costs, such as SWDKLLJ, STNK issuance, and STNK validation, also need to be considered.

Therefore, vehicle owners need to thoroughly understand the range of costs associated with this process. Additionally, clear document requirements and procedures need to be followed to ensure a smooth plate replacement process.

Along with knowledge of costs and procedures, vehicle owners can ensure their compliance with regulations and the smoothness of administrative processes. Thus, undergoing the vehicle plate replacement process is not only a legal obligation but also an effort to ensure smooth and safe driving.