Which Regions Use Plate H? This is the complete list

Complete information about H Number Plates in Central Java
Vehicle number plates in Indonesia not only function as vehicle identification, but also store important information regarding the area of origin of the vehicle. The letter code on the front of the number plate indicates the area where the vehicle is registered. One code that is often encountered is “H”, which has a special meaning and is used by several regions in Central Java.
Which Areas Use Plate H?
The following is a list of areas in Central Java that use number plates with the prefix “H”:
Semarang City
Vehicles from Semarang City have plates with the prefix “H”. The distinctive feature is the back letter which can be A, F, G, H, P, Q, R, S, W, X, Y, or Z. Example: H 1234 AF.Semarang Regency
This area also uses an “H” plate on the front. However, the last letter usually uses a combination of C, I, L, or V. Example: H 3898 CV.Demak Regency
Vehicle plates in Demak Regency have the letters E, J, or N ending. Example: H 7630 EN.Kendal Regency
The Kendal area uses “H” plates ending in the letters D, M, or U. Example: H 4041 UM.Salatiga City
Vehicles from Salatiga City wear “H” plates ending in the letters B, K, O, or T. Example: H 2154 BT.
How to Check Vehicle Tax with Plate H
Checking vehicle tax with plate H can be done online without needing to come to Samsat. Here are some methods that can be used:
Via the NewSakpole Application
- Download the NewSakpole app on the App Store or Google Play.
- Open the application and enter the vehicle plate number.
- Wait a few seconds for the tax details to appear.

Via e-Samsat site
- Open the site e-samsat.id/jawa-tengah.
- Fill in the plate code, serial number, and last 5 digits of the chassis number.
- Select the province “Central Java” then click “Check Now”.
- Tax details will appear, and you can continue payment if necessary.
Via SMS Service
- Make sure you have enough credit.
- Type: CENTRAL JAPAN [space] Vehicle Plate Number.
- Send to 9600.
- Wait for a reply containing your vehicle tax details.
List of Vehicle Number Plates in Central Java
Apart from the “H” code, several regions in Central Java use different plate codes according to the region. Here’s the complete list:
- Temanggung, Magelang, Wonosobo, Kebumen, Kedu and Purworejo areas use plate code AA.
- Surakarta, Klaten, Wonogiri, Sragen, Karanganyar, Boyolali and Sukoharjo areas use plate code AD.
- Jepara, Kudus, Pati, Grobogan, Rembang, Blora and Cepu areas uses plate code K.
- Cilacap, Purbalingga, Banyumas and Banjarnegara areas uses plate code R.
- Tegal, Pekalongan, Brebes, Pemalang and Batang areas uses plate code G.
By knowing this information, you can more easily recognize the origin of vehicles on the road. A number plate is not only a vehicle’s identification, but also an indication of the location of the vehicle’s origin.























