Lost Your Driving License? Replacement Process in Punjab, Sindh, KPK & Balochistan
Province-specific guide to replacing a lost driving license in Pakistan. Covers Punjab DLIMS, Sindh Motor Vehicle Branch, KPK RTA, and Balochistan processes with exact fees.
Driving License Replacement in Pakistan
Your driving license is a legal requirement to operate a motor vehicle in Pakistan. Driving without a valid license (even if just a replacement is pending) is an offense. The replacement process differs significantly by province, as driving licenses are issued under provincial transport authority jurisdictions. This guide covers all four provinces with their specific procedures.
Punjab — DLIMS System
Punjab Driving License Information Management System
Punjab has one of Pakistan's most digitized driving license systems. The DLIMS allows online application for replacements.
- 1Visit dlims.punjab.gov.pk to start online application
- 2Log in with your CNIC number
- 3Select 'Lost/Duplicate License' from the application menu
- 4Pay the fee (PKR 460–700 depending on license class and validity)
- 5Download the online payment receipt
- 6Visit the Arfa Tower DLIMS office (Lahore) or your nearest district DLIMS center
- 7Biometric verification and photo (re-taken at the office)
- 8License issued same day or within 2-3 working days
Major DLIMS offices in Punjab: Arfa Software Technology Park Lahore, Faisalabad (D-Ground), Multan (Nusrat Road), Rawalpindi (Jinnah Road), Gujranwala (Satellite Town), and all other district headquarters.
Sindh — Motor Vehicle Branch
Sindh's driving license replacement is managed through the Sindh Motor Vehicle Branch:
- 1Visit the Motor Vehicle Branch office at your district
- 2Karachi: Multiple offices including Clifton, Saddar, New Town
- 3Complete an application form for duplicate license
- 4Pay challan (fee approximately PKR 300–600 depending on license type)
- 5Submit CNIC copy, FIR copy (if stolen), old license copy if available
- 6Biometric verification at the office
- 7Timeline: typically 7–15 working days
KPK — Regional Transport Authority
KPK driving licenses are managed by the Regional Transport Authority (RTA):
- 1Visit the nearest RTA office (Peshawar: Ring Road, Hayatabad)
- 2For other districts: Abbottabad, Mardan, Swat, Kohat have RTA offices
- 3Submit CNIC, application form, FIR copy (for stolen), photos
- 4Pay prescribed fee (PKR 300–700 range)
- 5Timeline: 10–20 working days
Balochistan — RTA Process
Balochistan's driving license replacement through the Provincial Transport Authority:
- 1Visit Quetta: Provincial Transport Authority, Airport Road
- 2For other districts: divisional/district transport offices
- 3Documents: CNIC, FIR copy, photos, fee payment receipt
- 4Fee range: PKR 300–600
- 5Timeline: 10–30 working days (longer in remote districts)
Fee Comparison by Province
| Province | Duplicate License Fee (approx) | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Punjab | PKR 460–700 | Same day to 3 days (DLIMS) |
| Sindh | PKR 300–600 | 7–15 working days |
| KPK | PKR 300–700 | 10–20 working days |
| Balochistan | PKR 300–600 | 10–30 working days |
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