Mission Statement

To promote driver safety and provide an efficient and effective service related to the issuance of driving permits, registration and inspection of motor vehicles.

Vision Statement

To be an exemplar in Government’s Service to all stakeholders through innovation and the delivery of exceptional customer service and empowered employees.

Who we are

The Transport Division plays a vital role in ensuring safe and efficient road use across the nation. Its responsibilities include the issuance of driving permits, registration and inspection of motor vehicles, enforcement of road traffic laws, and the collection of related revenues.

With a renewed commitment to service excellence, the Division continues to introduce innovative digital and electronic services, making it easier and more convenient for customers to access essential services at all office locations

Legislation

All of our operations are governed by the following key legislation.

•    Motor Vehicles and Road Traffic Act, Chapter 48:50
•    Maxi Taxi Act, Chapter 48:53
•    The Motor Vehicles and Road Traffic Insurance Act, Chapter 48:51
•    Customs Act 78:01 
•    The Emergency Ambulance Services and Emergency Medical Personnel Bill, 2009.

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Our Roles

In accordance with the Motor Vehicles and Road Traffic Act Chapter 48:50, the Transport Commissioner represents the Transport Division. The specific functions and duties of the Division include the following:
 
•    Issuance of Taxi Badges
•    Issuance of Road Permits
•    Issuance of Certified Copies 
•    Registration of motor vehicles
•    Inspection of motor vehicles 
•    Change of Ownership of Vehicles 
•    Change of Vehicle Particulars (Colour, Engine, Description, etc.)
•    Traffic Enforcement 
•    Issuance of Driver’s Licence
•    Issuance of Workmen Permit for Goods Vehicle
•    Assisting with traffic census
•    Executing government policy in the area of maxi taxi operations
•    Supervising private testing stations
•    Regulating the Private School Bus System
•    Administering Fixed Penalty System 
•    Collection of the associated revenues

Licensing Online Services

Appointment System

Online Appointment Booking System and Hotline for persons who wish to access services offered at the Licensing Offices.
Telephone contact numbers: 612-2700 or 612-2710.

Downloadable Forms

Licensing downloadable and fillable forms. Walk with completed, printed forms along with accompanying documents when visiting the respective Licensing Offices.

Online Driver’s Permit Renewal System (ODPRS)

Citizens can renew their Driver’s Permits/Licence entirely online, eliminating the need for time-consuming in-person visits to Licensing Offices.

Certified Copy Application

The Online Certified Copy Application System is a secure, user-friendly digital platform that allows customers the option to apply and pay for Certified Copies electronically, without the need to visit a Licensing Office.

Vehicle Testing Station/Fleet Owner

Apply online or access Vehicle Testing Station/Fleet Owner Requirements.

Online Provisional Permit System

Apply online for your Learner's/Provisional Permit

Driver's Permit Verification System

Verify Driving Permit details based on the records at the Transport Division.

Licensing Sub Offices

  • Point Fortin Licensing - 
62-64 Main Road, Point Fortin
Tel. (868)  648-2865 or   612- 4682  Ext 53808
  • Princes Town Licensing -
LP 235 Iere Village, Princes Town
Tel. (868) 655-8871
  • Arima Licensing -
#2 Lisa Morris-Julian Blvd.        
Tel. (868) 612-4682  Ext  53501
  • Guaico Licensing -
 Eastern Main Road, Sangre Grande
 Tel. (868) 612-4682  Ext 57301
  • Port of Spain Licensing -
Wrightson Road, Port of Spain
Tel. (868) 612-4682  Ext 53009

Customer Care Centre

All other enquiries, complaints, compliments and suggestions relating to the services provided by the Transport Division can be addressed to:
The Transport Commissioner
 
Transport Division Licensing Offices
Headquarters
Caroni Licensing Office -
Frederick Settlement, Caroni 
Tel. (868) 612-4682


San Fernando Licensing - 
Balisier Avenue, Pleasantville, San Fernando
Tel.  (868) 612-4682  Ext 53602

Tobago Licensing - 
Milshirv Road Junction & Claude Noel Highway                                     
Tel. (868) 639-2466 Ext 41002