A high security registration plate (HSRP), is a special type of number plate that bears a sequence of numbers, letters, or both, issued by the government of a country to officially identify a vehicle.

On many vehicles, registration plates appear in pairs, with one attached to the front and another attached to the rear. These registration plates are mandatory for all kinds of vehicles either new or in-use automobiles.

Materials used for making Registration Plate
High security registration plates are made up of the following:

• Metals
• Plastic

Features of High Security Registration Plates
There are various features of registration plates, which must be ensured before getting it issued. The various features include:

• Provided with a chromium hologram, which is not easily replicable.
• These plates are provided with a retro reflective film that has the name of the issuing country inscribed in it. The inscription acts as a verification code.
• High security registration plates are fastened with a non-removable snap lock fitting system.
• Provided with a self-destructive chromium-based third registration plate in the form of a sticker, attached to the wind shield of the vehicle.
• The third registration plate indicates the engine and chassis number respectively, along with the name of issuing authority.
• The plates bear a permanent identification number. Registration numbers are embossed on the plates in such a way that they cannot be replicated.
• A unique pattern laser numbering is used for writing numbers in the plates.
• Include a host of security features, like a safety lock.
• These plates cannot be removed without breaking it.

Purpose of using High Security Registration Plates
The sole purpose of attaching registration plates is to identify the vehicle uniquely from others on the road, usually within the same country.
Some basic standard is followed by manufacturers worldwide for the manufacture of registration plates.

Uses of High Security Registration Plate
Important uses of HSRP are:

• Help to check theft and misuse of motor vehicles.
• Provide easy identification for vehicles on the road.