How to Check Driving License Fines in Tanzania Full Guide 

If you drive in Tanzania, it’s important to regularly check whether you have any unpaid traffic fines linked to your driving license or vehicle registration number. Luckily, the Tanzania Police Force (TPF) has made the entire process simple through the online Traffic Management System (TMS).

This guide explains how to check your driving license fine in Tanzania step-by-step using the official government system.

Why Check Your Driving License Fine?

Checking your fines regularly helps you:

• Avoid paying extra penalties due to late payment

• Prevent problems during roadblocks

• Smoothly renew your license or vehicle insurance

• Stay compliant with Tanzanian traffic laws

You can always find easy guides about this process on TMS Check Tanzania.

1. How to Check Driving License Fine Online (Official TPF Portal)

The official system for checking fines is the TMS – Traffic Management System, managed by the Tanzania Police Force.

🔗 Official website:

👉 https://tms.tpf.go.tz (Traffic Management System)

📌 Step-by-step process

1. Open the official portal:
   👉 https://tms.tpf.go.tz

2. Choose the option:
   “Driving Licence”

3. Enter your Driving License Number correctly.

4. Click Search.

5. The system will display:

   • Pending fines

   • Offence type

   • Date of violation

   • Amount to be paid

   • Payment reference number

   • Payment status

6. If you have no unpaid fines, you will see a message like:
   “No Pending Offence.”

2. How to Check Fines Using Vehicle Plate Number

Even if the fine is related to your driving license, some offences show up under the vehicle registration number.

 Steps:

1. Visit https://tms.tpf.go.tz

2. Select “Vehicle”

3. Enter your plate number (e.g., T123 ABC)

4. Search

5. View pending fines

This is very useful if you recently purchased a used car and want to confirm if the previous owner had unpaid fines.

3. Check Traffic Fines Using USSD (Mobile Phone)

You can also check fines without internet.

📱 USSD Code for Tanzania Traffic Fines

Dial on any phone:

👉 *152*75#

Then select:

• TMS Services

• Check Traffic Fine

• Enter number (license or plate)

You will receive all details via SMS.

4. Check Fines Using the Official Police App

The Tanzania Police Force also provides an official mobile application where you can verify:

• Driving license fines

• Vehicle fines

• Accident reports

• Loss reports

🔵 Search on Google Play Store:

“LOSS REPORT & TRAFFIC CHECK – Tanzania Police Force”

The app allows:

• Checking fines

• Viewing payment status

• Getting payment control numbers

 Important Notes

• Always ensure you enter the correct driving license number or plate number.

• Use only official government platforms.

• Pay fines early to avoid penalties.

• Keep screenshots or receipts after payment.

Conclusion

Checking your driving license fines in Tanzania is now easier than ever. With the official TMS portal, USSD code, and Police mobile app, you can confirm your penalty status within minutes.