To renew you driving license in Nepal, visit the Department of Transport Management office which issued your license, verify it, pass medical test after that calculate and pay your fees.
It has a vvalidity of 5 years and is important to complete the renewal process within the 90-day grace period after your driving license’s expiration date. In case you cannot or unable you will be fined a 100% late renewal fees.
Calculator: Calculate your License Renewal Fees
| Information | Driving License Renewal |
|---|---|
| Issued By | Department of Transport Management |
| Validity | 5 Years |
| Renewal Fee | Rs 1500 |
| Medical Fee | Eye Test: Rs 15 Blood Group: Rs 1 (not applicable) |
| Documents | License (Original) |
| Fine After | 91 days or more |
| Fine Percent | 100%, 200%, 300%, 400% and 500% |
| Payment Methods | Cash |
| Application Mode | Must Visit the Office – Offline |
License Renewal Details
Information: As you already know, Nepal has started implementing smart driving licenses, including an option to upgrade for existing license holders.
It has hugely affected printing and distribution timing. Even after years of renewing many Nepalese citizens are still waiting for their printed driving license card, so you might have to wait longer.
You can use the receipt as a temporary replacement until you receive your original license.
How to Renew Driving License in Nepal?
To renew your driving license in Nepal, visit the Department of Transport Management office where you originally obtained your license and follow these steps.
Visit DOTM Office
Visit the nearest transportation management office to renew your driving license.
Keep in mind, you can only renew your license at the office where it was originally issued and not at offices in other states.
For example, if you obtained your license from the Chabahil office in Kathmandu, you must visit the same office to renew it.
Receive EDL Print or Token
DOTM has set up token system to manage the crowd, ask for an EDL print to renew license from room 101 (room number might be different).
Some offices does not have token system, you need to directly get in line for renewal.
Verification and Biometrics
Foir verification, simiply provide your smart license card and if you’ve not yet received it then show them your original revenue bill.
If you alread have a smart driving license then they might not take any biometrics.
For those upgrading it need to provide biometrics to DOTM, they will take digital fingerprint and information on citizenships. You can also make necessary changes on your license information.
Biometrics includes:
- Your Photo
- Digital Thumb Print
- Digital Signature
Medical Test
After verifiaction for necessary information you must pass your medical test, which is usually an colour blindness or eye test.
They will charge you Rs.15 for this test. It is easy, quick and does not take more than a minute.
Note: If you fail this eyesight test, you might need to return with a doctor’s recommendation letter or wear glasses.
Final Step: Calculate and Pay License Renewal Fees
Final step is to calculate and pay your renewal fees. It is determined based on your license type and fines (Late more than 90 days from the date of expiry).
They accept only cash as payment in office, wait to receive 2 receipts. One is payment (White) and the other (Pink) can be used as a license.
After this, you can go home, and check your license print status through their website.
But 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.
How much is License Renewal Fees in Nepal?
Driving license renewal fees in Nepal start from Rs 1500 for two-wheelers, 2000 for small vehicles such as Cars, Vans and Jeeps, 2500 for heavy vehicles, and the highest fees of Rs 3000 from categories G to H.
All Nepalese license holders must pay their renewal fees after the expiry date. Vehicle types are categorized into 10 groups, labeled A to J, and your renewal fees depend on the category of your vehicle.
Check out fees on table below.
| Category | A | K | B | D | E | F | G | H | I | J |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Registration | 500 | 500 | 400 | 400 | 400 | 400 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 |
| New Pass | 1500 | 1500 | 2000 | 2000 | 2500 | — | — | 3000 | 3000 | 3000 |
| Re-pass | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 1000 | 1000 | 1000 | 1000 |
| Renewal | 1500 | 1500 | 2000 | 2000 | 2500 | 2500 | 3000 | 3000 | 3000 | 3000 |
| Duplicate | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 |
How much is Fine for Late Renewal in Nepal?
You will face a 100% penalty fee if you fail to renew your license within the 90-day grace period. If further delayed, a fine of up to 500% of the renewal fee will be charged before the license is canceled.
Personal Experience while Renewing
My license expired on 21st September 2021, and I renewed it on 30th January 2023. As you can see, I was late by 1 year, 4 months and 23 days.
If we see the chart above for a time between 1 year – 2 years, we will get charged 200% as a fine.
I have A and B category licenses, which means I will pay Rs 2000 for renewal and on top of that, I need to pay 200% as a fine.
2000/100 * 200 + Rs 2000 = Rs 6000 in total.
Note: This information is based on personal experience while Renewing Licence in Nepal. Also, some of the data picked from the internet, such as images.
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 a driving license in Nepal?
To renew you diving license in Kathmandu or Pokhara and anypart of Nepal follow the steps listed below:
1. First, Visit DOTM Office from where your issued your license.
2. Ask for token or EDL print (if they support),
3. verification and Biometrics (Optional, if already registered)
4. Pass Medical test,
5. Now finally, Calculate your fees and fines (if any) then Pay and Receive your Receipt.
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.
Where can I renew my license in Pokhara?
To renew your diving license in Pokhara, visit the Transport Management Office: located in Prithivi Chowk, Pokhara.
Do I need to pay fines for an expired license in Nepal?
Yes, fines will be applied if you do not pay your license renewal fees on time.
100% as a fine will be imposed if you renew after 90 days.
What is the maximum validity of a license in Nepal?
In Nepal, the maximum validity of a Driving License in Nepal is of 5 years.
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.
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)?