Licensing

Drivers need a professional driving permit (PrDP) to drive public transport and heavy-duty vehicles, for example lorries, buses and breakdown vehicles.

All motor vehicle testing stations need to be registered and graded before they can issue valid roadworthiness certificates.

In terms of the National Road Traffic Act, anyone manufacturing or selling licence plates must be registered.

Manufacturers, builders and importers of vehicles, as well as motor transport contractors and motor dealers, may drive unregistered vehicles on public roads under a mot

Amendment of the Performing Animals Protection Act (PAPA) (Act 24 of 1935, amended by Act 4 of 2016)

The Walk-in centre is the gateway to services offered by the Western Cape Mobility Department.

All South African drivers must have a credit card format driving licence. This is issued when a new driver receives a licence.