FAQ

Additional Category Inclusion in the License

If a person with an existing license wishes to add additional categories, an online form can be filled through the official website. The form must be submitted in person at the office room number 2, and a health examination must be conducted.  After the health examination, online payment or cash payment at Room No. 4, and obtaining receipt from Room No. 3, is required. Then the applicant can attend trial test in notified day and time. 

Regarding Corrections in the Driver's License

In case of any errors or omissions in the driver's license, the concerned person must be present in person at the respective office for verification. After receiving the application and verifying the information, corrections can be made as required.

Procedure for obtaining a duplicate copy of the driver's license

In case of losing the driver's license, a duplicate can be obtained by submitting a letter received from the Traffic Police Office in the district where the driver resides. Subsequently, with the necessary documents attached, the driver can personally submit a request for a duplicate license at the office.

In what circumstances can a duplicate copy of the driver's license be obtained?

A duplicate copy of the driver's license can be obtained in the event of loss, theft, damage, or for any other reason. According to the rules, if the driver's license is lost, stolen, damaged, or for any reason, the concerned person must report to the traffic office within seven days. The duplicate copy will be issued after receiving a recommendation letter from the Kathmandu Sub-Metropolitan Traffic Police Office.

What is the fee for obtaining a duplicate copy of the driver's license?

The fee for obtaining a duplicate copy of the driver's license is NPR 500/-. 

Driver's License Renewal Information

When should the driver's license renewal be done?

The expiration date of the driver's license is printed on the card itself. Renewal must be done within 90 days from the expiration of the mentioned expiry date. Failure to renew within 90 days will result in penalties.

What are the fees for driver's license renewal?

The renewal fees for driver's licenses are as follows:

- Large vehicles: NPR 3,000/-
- Medium-sized vehicles: NPR 2,500/-
- Small vehicles: NPR 2,000/-
- Motorcycles, scooters: NPR 1,500/-

Note: If a driver holds permission to drive multiple categories of vehicles under one license, the highest applicable fee for the category is charged.

What are the consequences of not renewing the driver's license on time?

If the driver's license renewal is not done within 90 days after the expiration, additional penalties will be imposed. After the initial 90 days, penalties will increase by 100% for up to one year, 200% for up to two years, 300% for up to three years, 400% for up to four years, and 500% for up to five years, along with other penalties.

The driver's license renewal is valid for five years. Failure to renew within five years will result in automatic cancellation.

At what age is one eligible to obtain a driver's license?

According to Section 51 (a, b, c) of the Provincial Transport and Traffic Management Act, 2075:

1. For a large vehicle: 21 years of age must be completed.
2. For medium and small vehicles: 18 years of age must be completed.
3. For cars, jeeps, and vehicles with two axles: 16 years of age must be completed.

Who is not eligible to obtain a driver's license from a health perspective?

A person is not eligible to obtain a driver's license if they:

1. Are incapable of driving due to physical or mental disorders.
2. Have weakened eyesight, even with the use of glasses, to the extent that normal vision is not restored.
3. Cannot hear normal sounds, signals, or voices.
4. Have color blindness, making it difficult to distinguish between red, green, yellow, etc.
5. Have a congenital disability but are not eligible for a license with specific modifications.
6. Have not reached the basic level of education.
7. Have had their driver's license canceled according to Section 65.

Regarding Health Examination: A health examination will be conducted by doctors recognized by the Government of Nepal for the health-related aspects mentioned above.