The article that I am offering you today highlights the interministerial decree recently published in the Democratic Republic of Congo which sets the rates and terms of distribution of revenues generated by the issuance of the secure biometric driving license with chip.
According to this decree, the prices for obtaining a driving license vary depending on the category of vehicle. For vehicles with two or three wheels (category A), the amount is 38.5 USD, while for vehicles of up to 3.5 tonnes (category B), the cost is 71.5 USD. Vehicles over 3.5 tonnes (categories C, D and E) are subject to a fee of USD 99.
These rates apply both for the issuance of a new permit and for its renewal or in the event of loss.
The decree also specifies the distribution of revenue generated by the sale of these permits. Part of the amounts collected is paid into the general Treasury account, while the rest is intended for the Driving License Company (SPC SAU) as remuneration for its services.
The funds collected will be managed in an escrow account placed under the responsibility of the Ministry of Finance, with specific provisions for sharing revenue between the Public Treasury and the SPC SAU.
It is important to note that this decree repeals all previous provisions to the contrary and entered into force upon its signature.
This regulation aims to strengthen road safety and improve the issuance of driving licenses by implementing a secure biometric system with a chip. This will reduce fraud and counterfeiting, thus ensuring better identification of drivers on the roads.
This initiative is a significant step forward in the field of driving in the DRC, demonstrating the government’s commitment to improving road safety standards and modernizing administrative procedures related to driving licenses.
It is essential to emphasize that these new provisions may have an impact on drivers and driving license applicants, both financially and on the requirements for obtaining the license. It is therefore advisable to keep informed of the terms and prices in force in order to comply with the new rules established.
In conclusion, this interministerial decree on the prices and distribution of revenue from secure biometric driving licenses in the DRC marks an important step in improving the driving and road safety system in the country. It demonstrates the government’s desire to modernize procedures and guarantee better identification of drivers on the roads.