Where Can I Renew My Drivers Licence In South Africa

Where Can I Renew My Drivers Licence In South Africa

You must renew your driving licence card four weeks before its expiry date. If you renew it after the expiry date, you will have to apply for a temporary driving licence at an additional cost while waiting for your driving licence to be issued.

Note: You will not be required to take a driving test when you renew your driving licence. You will undergo eye testing and your fingerprints will be taken. Alternatively, you can have your eyes tested by an optometrist and submit the report at the driving licence testing centre (DLTC). If your sight has worsened from the date on which your licence was issued, new conditions will be attached to your licence.

How much does it cost to renew your driver’s Licence in South Africa?

The cost of renewing your licence varies between municipalities but averages around R250. Contact your local licencing office for the latest fees.

Can I renew my driver’s license at the post office South Africa?

Motorists need to have a green, bar-coded identity document to renew their licences. They also need to have the printed renewal notice they receive, or will have to complete the required documents at the post office.

How long can I drive with an expired license in South Africa?

By way of an example: if the licence of your heavy goods vehicle expires on 30 November 2023, it may still be operated on a public road during the “21-day grace period” from 1 to 21 December 2023. The grace on the licence disc also applies to the roadworthy certificate and operator card.