Driving permit renewal in Uganda

Renewing a driving permit is paperwork, not training. You do not repeat lessons, you do not sit the IOV test again, and you do not need a certificate of competence. You need the right documents, submitted correctly, and someone to follow the application until the card is printed.

That is what this service is.

What it costs

• One year — UGX 180,000
• Three years — UGX 280,000
• Five years — UGX 380,000

The arithmetic is worth a moment. Five years costs a little over twice the one-year fee but covers you five times as long, and you pay the processing once instead of five times. Unless money is tight this month, the longer term is almost always the cheaper decision.

What to bring

• Your existing or expired driving permit
• A valid National ID or passport
• The applicable renewal fees

That is it. We prepare and submit the application, handle the biometrics and photographs where they are required, follow it up with the issuing authority, and tell you the moment the permit is ready to collect.

My permit has already expired. Is that a problem?

No. We renew expired permits routinely. Bring what you have and we will tell you exactly what applies to your case.

My permit was lost or stolen

That is a replacement rather than a renewal. You will usually need a police report alongside your ID and any record or copy of the lost permit. Call us for a quote, as the requirements depend on the circumstances.

I want to add another vehicle class

That is a licence class upgrade — for example moving from a light vehicle class to a heavier commercial class, or adding a motorcycle. It does require training and a fresh test on the new class. Bring your current permit so we can confirm which classes you already hold and which you are eligible to add.

How long does it take?

The application goes in as soon as your documents are complete. Printing is done by the issuing authority and takes as long as it takes — we follow it up rather than leaving you to wonder.

Where to come

Either branch: Bukoto Street, Plot 75 in Kamwokya, or the Lico Holdings Building in Kireka, opposite Shell. Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:30pm, Saturday and Sunday 8:30am to 1:00pm.

Call 0767 936 245 or 0709 787 735 first and we will tell you exactly what to bring, so you only make one trip.