The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure Development has outlined the advantages of the new plastic driver’s licence. These are:

• Eliminates the issue of Temporary Drivers Licences and clears the current backlog of drivers without licences.
• The new licence system uses cutting-edge digital technologies, ensuring convenience for both licence holders and law enforcement officials.
• A validity of 5 years ensures drivers’ credentials and photos are updated regularly enhancing the authenticity of the document.
• A Licence issued in one member state is valid for driving in 25 countries without conversion.
• Citizens can now obtain, renew or obtain licence in an easy, quick and secure way.
• Consolidates the Defensive Driver’s Licence into the Professional Driver’s Permit information on a single card.
• Creates an updated electronic database of drivers as well as professional drivers.
• The licence will significantly reduce the presence of unqualified drivers using counterfeit licences who pose a risk to road safety.
• The information regarding professional drivers (public vehicles) will now appear on the driver’s licence card.
• Enhanced security features that significantly deter counterfeiting.
• It accommodates different sizes of vehicles during testing e.g. truck and trailer.

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