We understand — in a perfect world, checking if a number plate is available should be quick, easy, and free.
Currently, the only ways to check license plate availability in South Africa are by calling, emailing, or physically visiting the Department of Licensing and Traffic Control (DLTC). The turnaround time for these queries varies significantly by province; some provinces might respond within a day, while others could take up to a week or more.
To provide you with real-time instant results in minutes, we utilize a trusted third-party service.
Lookup service
We use a third-party database that charges per search.
Payment fees
Every online payment method has a fixed and percentage-based cost.
Website fees
Keeping this tool live, hosted, secure, and up-to-date requires ongoing work and hosting costs.
Using our site, you can check availability in seconds, from your phone or computer — no queues, no driving, no hassle.
You only pay R15 per lookup, and we tell you instantly if the plate appears to be available or already taken.
It’s faster, cheaper, and easier than going there yourself to find out.