Transport

Download and complete number plate manufacturer/ suppliers' application form. Application forms are also available at the enquiries desk at the Department of Road Transport Services across the country.
submit the document along with supporting documents at the nearest Department of Road Transport Services office.
Pay prescribed fees and you will be issued with a license accordingly.

Submit original registration book completed and signed by both the current and the new owner to the Registration and licensing officer.

Certifies copies of Omang of both the current and the new owner.

Pay prescribed fee determined by vehicle weight.

Download and complete Vehicle Registration Form (RV 1) form, then attach clearance form from Botswana Police Service and BURS.
If applicant is registering a vehicle that is more than three years and above (from the year of manufacture), it must have passed a roadworthiness test. All vehicles must have customs clearance too.
Pay prescribed fee as per the vehicle weight including a levy of BWP50.00.
It is mandatory for vehicle license to be renewed annually, ideally 3 months before expiry. 
 

Produce original or copy of the registration book to the Licensing Officer at the nearest Department of Road Transport and Services offices or Botswana Post, Pay the prescribed fee as per the vehicle weight

Application Form (DL1)

Download and complete the DL1 – Botswana Driving License Application Form.

Alternatively, collect the form at the Enquiries Desk at any Department of Road Transport and Services (DRTS) office.

Health Declaration (DL31) – Special Cases

Required for:

Applicants 65 years or older

Applicants for Class C, C1, EC, or EC1 licences

Download and complete the DL31 Health Declaration Form or collect it at any DRTS office.

Eye Screening

Undergo an eye screening at DRTS offices or with a private doctor.

If eyesight challenges are detected:

The Registration and Licensing Officer will refer the applicant to an external eye specialist.

Only after the specialist recommends continuation can the applicant return with results and proceed.

Submission of Documents

Submit all completed forms and medical results (if applicable) to the Registration and Licensing Officer.

Payment and License Issuance

Pay the required fee at the DRTS office.

Have your photograph taken.

Receive your newly issued driving license card.

• Download and complete number plate manufacturer/ suppliers' application form . Application forms are also available at the enquiries desk at the Department of Road Transport and Safety across the country.
• submit the document along with supporting documents at the nearest Department of Road Transport and Safety office .
• Pay prescribed fees and you will be issued with a licence accordingly.