Islamabad sets February 28 deadline for motorcycle M-Tags

From March 1, tagless motorcycles will not be allowed on roads, with violating vehicles getting impounded

ISLAMABAD:

The Islamabad Capital Territory administration has set February 28 as the final date for installing M-Tags on motorcycles under the second phase of a citywide registration drive.

From March 1, motorcycles without M-Tags will not be allowed on roads, and vehicles found in violation will be shifted to police stations.

Officials said the measure is aimed at improving monitoring and public safety, and urged riders to complete registration before the deadline.

According to the Directorate of Excise and Taxation, motorcycle owners can have M-Tags installed up to 28 February. Enforcement will begin across Islamabad from March 1. Riding a motorcycle without an M-Tag will not be permitted, and such vehicles will be taken into custody.

The Director General of Excise said the campaign is part of a broader plan to strengthen the identification and tracking of vehicles in the federal capital. He confirmed that enforcement teams will begin action immediately after the deadline to ensure compliance.

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Officials also shared progress figures from the second phase, stating that more than 2,000 motorcycles have already received M-Tags. The administration expects the number to rise as the deadline approaches.

To facilitate the public, M-Tag centres will remain open on holidays, including weekends. Additional staff have been deployed at registration centres to manage increased footfall and reduce waiting times.

Authorities advised riders to visit centres early to avoid a last-minute rush.

The Excise Department said information desks are available at centres to guide applicants on the process and required documents. Motorcycle owners are required to bring standard ownership documents to complete registration.

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Officials appealed to citizens to cooperate with the drive and adhere to the deadline, saying public participation is essential for making the city safer and ensuring smooth implementation of government measures.

The administration reiterated that the M-Tag system will assist in vehicle identification and record management and support law enforcement during routine checks and investigations.

Motorcycle owners were advised not to delay registration and to ensure compliance before February 28 to avoid inconvenience from March 1 onward.