Renewing driver’s license in Uganda

What is a driver’s license?

A driver’s license is a legal authorization, or the official document confirming such an authorization, for a specific individual to operate one or more types of motorized vehicles such

as motorcycles, cars, trucks, or buses on a public road. Such licenses are often plastic and the size of a credit card.

Renewing driver’s license in Uganda

Go to the UDLS offices with the proof of payment/payment registration number, mandatory identification document, and an original copy of the license you want to renew.

*If you lost or damaged your license, we shall require a police letter in place of the original copy of the expired license.

How much does it cost to Renew a driver’s license in Uganda?

ValidityPrice (UGX)
Five years310,000
Three years210,000
One year130,000

How long is a driver’s license valid in Uganda?

A full driver’s license can renew up to 2 years after expiry, beyond that the license lapses and

renewing this will involve another visit to the IOV.

How long does it take to renew a driver’s license in Uganda?

Once you submit all documents for renewal or a new license, our head office in Kampala should issue your license in about an hour,

while branches outside of Kampala should issue the license within forty-eight hours.