Driving license in Nepal has validity for 5 years. You must renew it within 90 days after it expires—otherwise, you must pay late renewal fee.
Since Nepal now issues smart licenses, printing and delivery can take extra time. You can use your renewal receipt or Nakarik app’s digital license as a temporary license until your new card arrives. In this guide we have covered everything you need to about renewing your license in Nepal.
Key Details
- Validity Period: 5 years from renewal date
- Grace Period: 90 days post-expiry (no penalties)
- Penalty Calculation: Applied to base renewal fee (e.g., 100% penalty = base fee × 2)
- Smart License Delays: Use revenue bill as temporary proof if card isn’t printed yet
What documents are required to renew my driving license in Nepal?
To renew your driving license in Nepal, you must take following documents:
- Original Citizenship Certificate
- Original Driving License or Revenue Bill (nagad rashid)
You no longer need to take, photos, photocopies or stamps to rnew your license.
Steps to Renew Driving License in Nepal

To renew your driving license in Nepal, follow 5 steps listed below:
1. Visit Department of Transport Management (DOTM) Office
Visit the transportation management office where you your license was originally issued.
2. Take EDL Print or Token
Most DOTM Offices has set up token system to manage the crowd, take a token to renew license and wait for yor turn.
Some offices does not have token system, in this case directly get in line for renewal on designated room.
3. Submit Biometrics Verification
If you have your smart license card, just show it for verification. If not, hand over your original revenue bill—DOTM will check your digital photo, fingerprint, and signature in their system
4. Medical Test

You must take a medical test which cost Rs.15, which is eyesight test for colour blindness. If you fail your medical, you must return with a doctor’s recommendation letter or wear glasses.
5. Pay License Renewal Fee and Receive your Revenue Bill

Final step is to calculate and pay your driving license renewal fees based on your license type and fines (if any).
DOTM office only cash as payment, after payment receive your receipts which can be used as license replacement. After this, you can go home, and check your license print status through their website.
How to Renew Driving License Online in Nepal?

- Visit https://applydlnew.dotm.gov.np/login and login with your number.
- Select “License your Renewal” option.
- Choose “Health Checkup” location.
- Select “Transport Management Office” to collect your License.
- Submit renewal form and wait approval
- Once approved, Pay your license renewal fee.
You might need to visit Transport Management Office for “Health Checkup” and receive your original “Revenue Bill”.
How much is Driving License Renewal Fees in Nepal?

Driving license renewal fees in Nepal is based on license category and fines (If any):
Category | Renewal Fee (NPR) | Examples |
---|---|---|
Two-Wheelers | 1,500 | Bike, Scooter, Moped |
Small vehicles | 2,000 | Cars, Jeeps, Vans |
Medium Vehicle | 2,500 | Minibuses, Medium Trucks |
Large Vehicle | 3,000 | Trucks, Buses, Heavy Equipment |
Important to know about Fees
- Grace Period: You must renew your license within 90 days of expiry date to avoid late fees.
- Late Fees or Penalty: 100% late fees will be changed if you fail to renew within 90 days, then continue to double for upto 500%.
- Multiple Vehicle Categories: If you have multiple cateogry license then, you’ll be charged the highest fee.
- License Cancellation: According to DOTM your license will be automatically canceled If you fail to renew your license within five years of the expiry date.
How much is Fine for Late Renewal in Nepal?

Check out the table below to understand penalty or late fees chanrged if you fai to renew your license on time.
Time After Expiry | Penalty Rate | Example Fee (Motorcycle) | Total Payable |
---|---|---|---|
Within 90 days | 0% | NPR 1,500 | NPR 1,500 |
91 days – 1 year | 100% | + NPR 1,500 | NPR 3,000 |
1–2 years | 200% | + NPR 3,000 | NPR 4,500 |
2–3 years | 300% | + NPR 4,500 | NPR 6,000 |
3–4 years | 400% | + NPR 6,000 | NPR 7,500 |
4–5 years | 500% | + NPR 7,500 | NPR 9,000 |
Over 5 years | License Cancelled | Must reapply as new applicant | N/A |
FAQs
How much does it cost to renew Bike or Scooty license in Nepal?
The Department of Transport Management charges Rs 1500 to renew a driving license for 2-wheelers in Nepal. Excluding other charges such as fines (if applicable), stamps and medical fees.
What is the Cost of Car, Jeep and Van License renewal in Nepal?
The Cost of a Car, Jeep and Van License renewal in Nepal is Rs 2000. They fall into the small vehicle category.
What happens if a driving license is expired?
If your license is expired, you will get a 90 days grace period. After this then you cannot drive in public spaces unless you renew your license and pay the government the renewal fee.
Also, if you are caught driving without a license, then you will be fined and might get other punishments as well.
How to renew if, I lost my original license?
If you’ve lost your original license then you bring a can renew with Original Revenue Bill.
Can I renew my driving license online in Nepal?
You you can take appointments but you will need to visit the office in order to renew your license.
Can I renew my license early in Nepal?
Yes, you can renew your driving license early in Nepal. Check for expiry dates in your driving license, and you can pay before or within 90 days of your license expiry to avoid penalty.
Can I renew my Nepali license from abroad?
No, you cannot renew your license from abroad.
Because you need to provide your biometrics and medical, which is impossible from there.
what if, I’ve lost my Original License?
If you’ve lost your original license then, use your cash receipt (original) to renew.
For those who lost both their license and receipt, you must get recommendation letter (sifarish) from traffic police and provide it with your original citizenship certificate.
Good evening, this is very good information
I had registered my driving liscence back then but now when I went to Transportation Office they confronted that they couldn’t find my name. So how can I find one?
After renewing your license, you can request for urgent or fast print.
Which can be requested by Nepalese Studing or working in Foreign.
You need to provide necessary document.
Hello
My driving licence (a+b) has already expired 2years ago and i wanna renew my license after back to npl because i am in foreign. I have heard that i can renew my license in ktm by fast way is it possible? How is the process and where to process? Thanks in advance
Hello asim, According to information I have from differnt sources. Renewal is not possible if you exeed more than 5 years.
I suggest you to visit your Transport Office for more information on how you can restore or renew you license.
I advice you to visit inquiry counter of Transport office and do not involve with broker as they will charge unresonable prices.
my license expiry date 2075/05/02
i was abroad and now I am in nepal and I need a license to drive here
may i can renew my old license or should have to make new license because it pass more than 5 years.
Thank you for sharing the you experience with the blog. This will help surely help readers.
So, you can only renew from the Transport Office you took your license from?
I made my license from Bhaktapur but when I went to transport management office in Ekantakuna to renew the licesne, they said me to go to Radhe Radhe, Bhaktapur. So can you please change what you have written, “You need to renew driving license in Nepal every 5 years, and it can be done through any Transport Management office.”.
Hello
Thank
You for wonderful post. Can you please tell how many months before the expire ig lisence can we renew?
My lisence expire in November 2023 so i can do renewal
Process in june 2023 (5 month ahead?)
Renewal fees depend on your license category.
Two Wheelers: Rs1500
Small Vehicles (Car, Van, Jeeps): 2000
It is the same all over Nepal. Check the renewal fees above.
Fines if you are late for renewal (above 90 days)
what about the fee ?
thulobharyang?
It opens at 10:00 am, I went around 11:00 am, and the overall process took 30 – 45 minutes for me.
what time is it better to get there (transport office)?