A motor vehicle alteration in Uganda is the official process of changing registered vehicle details such as color, weight, engine, or body type through the Uganda Revenue Authority (URA). This process ensures that any modification made to a vehicle is updated in the URA records and reflected in the logbook.
All alteration applications are done online via the URA web portal, and applicants must have a new registration book in their name before initiating the process.
Step-by-Step Procedure
Step 1: Access the URA Online Portal
Go to the official URA Web Portal and log in using your Tax Identification Number (TIN) and password.
Navigate to E-Services → Motor Vehicle Registration → Applications. From the extended menu, select New Form under the Form Type section and choose Purpose of Application: Alteration.
Step 2: Enter and Edit Vehicle Details
Enter your vehicle registration number, then check the “Alters Vehicle Details” box.
Select the fields you wish to modify (e.g., color, engine number, or weight).
Click Vehicle Details Page, make the required edits, and proceed to the Attachments Page to upload supporting documents.
Step 3: Register Payment
On the Payment Registration Page, click Register Payment.
The applicable alteration fees will automatically populate based on your selected fields.
Choose your preferred bank and payment method, then submit the application.
After submission, an E-Acknowledgment Receipt will be generated. Print both the payment slip and application form.
Step 4: Make the Payment and Submit Application
Make the payment at your chosen bank, then submit the completed application form, payment slip, and attachments to the URA Licensing Office for approval.
Once submitted, URA will verify your documents and update your records.
You will receive a notification within 2 working days about your application status.
Required Documents
When applying for a vehicle alteration, ensure you attach the following:
- Completed alteration form signed by the applicant (stamped if for a company)
- Original logbook of the vehicle
- Verification report from URA staff confirming current vehicle details
- Receipt or report from the weight bridge (if weight change is applicable)
- Copy of National ID or valid identification document
- Payment slip showing proof of alteration fees paid
- Receipt for inspection and form fees
Fees
| Item | Description | Fee (UGX) |
|---|---|---|
| Alteration per field | Standard vehicle detail change | 20,000 |
| Alteration of Van to PSV | Commercial category conversion | 172,000 |
| Form Fees | Application form | 12,000 |
| Inspection Fees (Motor Cars & Dual Purpose) | Vehicle verification | 12,000 |
| Inspection Fees (Other Vehicles) | Heavy or special vehicles | 10,000 |
| Inspection Fees (Motorcycles) | Two-wheel vehicles | 7,000 |
Eligibility
Any registered vehicle owner in Uganda whose vehicle is recorded under the Uganda Revenue Authority system can apply for an alteration.
Processing Time
URA will process and notify applicants about their application status within 2 working days after receiving complete documentation and payment.
Validity
Alteration approvals are permanent updates to the vehicle record. Once approved, they remain valid until another modification is made or the vehicle is deregistered.
Office Contacts
Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) – Head Office
Plot M193/M194, Nakawa Industrial Area
P.O. Box 7279, Kampala, Uganda
Toll-Free: 0800 117000
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.ura.go.ug
Instructions
- The entire process is conducted online only.
- You must already have a new registration book in your name.
- Ensure that all documents are scanned clearly and uploaded in the required format.
- Any false information will lead to rejection or penalties under URA regulations.
Required Information
- Full name of the applicant
- National Identification details (ID number, TIN)
- Vehicle registration number
- Vehicle inspection report
- Details of changes (color, weight, engine, etc.)
- Payment reference number
Need for the Document
This document allows the taxpayer to officially update vehicle details in URA’s system. It ensures that all mechanical, structural, or ownership changes are legally recognized.
For example, you can alter details such as color, engine type, weight, or body modification to comply with road and safety standards.
Additional Information
- Alterations must comply with URA inspection standards before approval.
- Vehicles found operating with unregistered modifications may be impounded or fined.
- Always retain a copy of your E-Acknowledgment Receipt and payment proof.
