The new secure biometric driving license with chip in the Democratic Republic of Congo is making waves. The Ministers of Transport, Roads of Communication and Opening Up, Marc Ekila Likombo, and of Finance, Nicolas Kazadi, recently published an interministerial decree setting the rates and terms of distribution of revenue generated by the issuance of this permit.
According to this decree, the cost of the license varies depending on the category of the vehicle. For two or three-wheeled vehicles (category A), you will have to pay 38.5 USD. For vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes (category B), the rate is USD 71.5. As for vehicles over 3.5 tonnes (categories C, D and E), the cost is 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 between the general account of the Treasury and the Driving License Company (SPC SAU). For example, for category A, USD 15.4 will go to the Treasury and USD 23.1 to the SPC SAU.
All monies collected will be placed in an escrow account managed by the Ministry of Finance, with provisions for revenue sharing among beneficiaries. A subsequent order from the Minister of Transport will determine the procedures and formalities to follow to obtain this new permit.
This interministerial decree is an important step in modernizing the issuance of driving licenses in the Democratic Republic of Congo. With this new measure, the authorities aim to strengthen road safety and fight against fraud using biometrics and the chip integrated into the license.
It is essential to emphasize that this decree repeals all previous provisions to the contrary and enters into force upon signature. Those responsible for Transport and Finance are responsible for ensuring the application of this text.
In conclusion, the implementation of the secure biometric driving license with chip in the Democratic Republic of Congo represents a major advance in the field of road safety. The tariffs set will make it possible to finance this new measure and guarantee fair revenues for the parties concerned. It now remains to implement the procedures and formalities to facilitate obtaining this new license for Congolese drivers.