The government has amended the Transport Act, doubling the license validity period from 5 to 10 years.
The Government of Nepal has extended the validity period of the driver’s license from 5 years to 10 years. This change comes through an amendment to the Motor Vehicles and Transport Management Act, 2049.
According to the revised Act, all newly issued and renewed licenses will now remain valid for 10 years. This provision replaces the previous rule under Section 54, Sub-section 3 of the Act, which had set the validity period at 5 years.
The amendment was introduced through the “Some Nepal Acts Amendment Bill”, and the updated provision has been officially published in the Nepal Gazette.
This new legal arrangement is expected to simplify the license renewal process for drivers and reduce administrative burden. Previously, drivers had to visit service centers every five years for renewal, causing inconvenience and long queues. Now, with a ten-year validity, the process becomes more efficient and user-friendly.
In addition, the amendment includes a provision to allow private sector involvement in vehicle testing and pollution inspection services. This move is expected to enhance service delivery and streamline vehicle examination procedures.
This article was originally published on https://bajarkochirfar.com. Translated with the help of AI and reviewed by our editorial team.
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