The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has impounded 40 vehicles at the Tema Harbour following an intelligence-led operation that uncovered the use of fraudulent Drive from Port (DP) stickers.
In a statement issued on Friday, April 17, 2026, DVLA said the exercise revealed the use of fake DP stickers as well as the misuse of genuine ones on vehicles with mismatched documentation, raising concerns about fraud within the vehicle importation and registration process.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the affected vehicles were imported into the country by CFAO. However, the DVLA noted that an agent engaged to clear the vehicles on behalf of the company allegedly used unlawful methods, leading to the discrepancies identified during the operation.
The Authority explained that the introduction of DP stickers was part of broader reforms aimed at addressing revenue leakages associated with the previous aluminium DP plate system.
Following the reform, issuance of DP stickers rose significantly from an average of 2,000 per month to about 15,000 in October 2025. However, a recent decline in issuance volumes at the ports triggered further scrutiny, leading to the latest operation.
The DVLA says it is working closely with National Security to investigate the matter and strengthen enforcement measures to curb fraudulent practices within the system.
It further underscored the importance of maintaining accurate vehicle data, noting that data integrity is critical to ensuring road safety, improving traceability, and supporting effective transport policy decisions.
The Authority has urged all vehicle importers and stakeholders to exercise due diligence and strictly comply with established procedures, reaffirming its commitment to safeguarding the integrity of Ghana’s vehicle administration system.
