Background
Prakas No. 1411, dated 28 December 2019, establishes the regulatory framework for the sale and registration of special personalized vehicle registration numbers in Cambodia. The prakas specifies eligibility conditions and documentary requirements that must be met by Cambodian nationals to obtain a special personalized plate.
The Ministry of Public Works and Transport administers vehicle registration and license-plate issuance under this prakas through its registration services and responsible officers. Under the regulation, applicants are required to present original documents for verification when submitting an application for a special personalized registration number.
Scope of Application
The prakas and the listed document requirements apply to Cambodian nationals seeking to purchase and register special personalized vehicle registration numbers. The requirements cover identity verification, tax clearance for the vehicle, technical inspection evidence, and proof of transaction for the vehicle.
Key Provisions or Decisions
The Ministry lists the following documents as required for registration of a special personalized vehicle registration number for Cambodian nationals (as summarised from Prakas No. 1411):
- National identity card (copy certified by the competent authority) — alternatively, a photocopy with the applicant’s fingerprint taken in front of the receiving officer plus presentation of the original for verification.
- Or an original personal identity certificate issued by the General Department of Identification.
- Or an original certificate attesting to the accuracy of personal identity data issued by the General Department of Identification.
- Original vehicle tax receipt.
- Vehicle technical inspection certificate (sticker/inspection document).
- Original bill of sale or purchase/sale document for the vehicle.
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
Vehicle owners and dealers must ensure that applicants present originals and appropriate certified copies for registration officers to verify identity and vehicle status. Administrative service points handling personalized plate sales will rely on the documents listed under the prakas to confirm eligibility and complete registration transactions.
Official Source
Source: Prakas No. 1411 dated 28 December 2019 on the sale of special personalized vehicle registration numbers; MPWT public notice (Facebook post). For hotline assistance the Ministry lists 1275.
