For visitors, a temporary drivers license is granted for a fee of EC fifty ...

REQUIREMENTS FOR OBTAINING A LEARNERS’ PERMIT:One should be at least 16 years old and possess the following:1. A valid passport2. A passport size photo3. A full medical certificate from the Doctor4. A completed learners permit form5. A fee must be paidREQUIREMENTS FOR WRITING THE THEORY TEST:1. Students must present a valid learners’ permit2. Must be in the exam room fifteen (15) mins before the start of the exam3. Must be in possession of a pen or pencil with which to write4. Must turn off cellular phones or any other electronic devices while taking the test5. Must reschedule if inflicted with influenza, or any other illnesses that couldinterfere with performance on the test6. Must present permits when collecting the results for the written testREQQUIREMENTS FOR TAKING THE PRACTICAL EXAMS1. Students must have passed the theory exam2. Students must present receipt of payment in order to book a date3. Students must have had a minimum of 40hrs instructions from an approveddriving school4. Students must not wear slippers on test5. Must have a medical certificate advising of suitability to take the test if visiblypregnantAPPLICATION FOR PERSONS WITH FOREIGN DRIVERS LICENCESThe applicant must present the following:1. One passport size photo2. Valid passport3. Valid foreign license4. Valid immigration time stamp in passport (Temporary Residence, Work Permit)If the drivers license is approved, a processing fee and drivers license fee must be paid.For visitors, a temporary drivers license is granted for a fee of EC fiftydollars ($50.00) or US Twenty Dollars ( US$20.00). The temporarylicense is valid for three (3) months.

The applicant must present the following:1. Drivers license from country of origin2. Passport3. Valid immigration stamp in passportREQUIREMENTS FOR OBTAINING A PUBLIC SERVICE PERMITApplicant must be 21years or older, and would have taken and pass the prescribed exam.MUST PRESENT:1. Passport size photo2. Passport3. Certificate of character4. Medical certificate5. Valid Drivers License6. Certificate of training7. Letter stating area of operationHOW TO OBTAIN THE FOLOWING PLATES“A” Plates“A” plates are used for Cars, SUVs’, Jeeps and Motor Cycles.The following are required if an “A” number is needed:The registration form must be completed, Insurance, Customs’ warrant ( if it’s a newvehicle just shipped into the country), if not and the vehicle is being purchased inAntigua, a vehicle change of ownership form must be presented and signed by seller andbuyer.“C” Plate“C” plates are used for Vans, Buses and Trucks:The following are required if a “C” number is needed:The registration form must be completed, Insurance, Customs’ warrant ( if it’s a newvehicle just shipped into the country), if not and the vehicle is being purchased inAntigua, a vehicle change of ownership form must be presented:“R” Plate“R” plates are used for Cars, Buses, SUVs’, Jeeps and Motor Cycles for rental purposes

The following are required for getting a “R” plate:Customers must present their own business letter making application for a “R” plate,certification of business from the Inland Revenue, along with a Business letter fromIntellectual Commerce.“TX” Plate“TX” plates are used for Buses, Cars, Jeeps and SUVs’.A taxi permit must be first obtained which will allow you to operate a taxi. After the taxipermit is approved you can proceed to apply for a taxi plate.“BUS” PlateA bus permit must be first obtained which will allow you to operate a bus. After the buspermit is approved you can proceed to apply for a route of your choice.“G” or “GV” PlatesLetter making application for a “G” or “GV” plates must be written to the GeneralManager. The letter must include vehicle type, make, model and year. It must also statewhich department of government the plate is required for.“MP” PlateLetter making application for a “MP” plate must be written to the General Manager. Theletter must include, vehicle type, make, model and year. It must also state whichdepartment of government or parliamentarian the plate is required for.“SC” PlateLetter making application for a “SC” plate must be written to the General Manager. Theletter must include , vehicle type, make, model and year. It must also state whichstatutory corporation the plate is required for.“CD” PlateLetter making application for a “CD” plate must be written to the General Manager. Theletter must include vehicle type, make, model and year. It must also state which Embassyor Diplomat the plate is required for.“ABP” Plate

Letter making application for “ABP” plate must be written to the General Manager. Theletter must include vehicle type, make, model and year. It must also state whichdepartment of the Royal Police Force the plate is required for.“AT ” PlateLetter must be addressed to the General Manager making application for an “AT” plate.Customer must have his or her drivers license for over 4 years and their business must beregistered at the Inland Revenue Department. After application has been approved by theGeneral Manager, an “AT” number will be assigned to the customer. Customers mustpresent their insurance with documents and a liability of over one million dollars.“Dealers’ Plate”This plate is used by dealers to transport vehicles back and fort from their Company tothe Antigua Port Authority. It is only to be used as a temporary plate. The maximum isallowed is (3) three per company. The requirements are, letter of application which mustbe written to the General Manager requesting Dealers’ plate.“Personalized Plate”An application must be completed for a personalize plate.Requirements are: A police record along with the vehicle registration certificate card. Aminimum of (2) two and a maximum of (6) six character may be used.PROCEDURES FOR RELEASE OF DETAINED “ PRIVATE –OWNED “ VEHICLES FROM THE MOTOR POOLStep 1: After confirmation that the vehicle has been impounded at the Central MotorPool, the Driver/Owner must first present a Valid Insurance Certificate to the clerk atthe Transport Board Inspection Center on Sir Sydney Walling Highway.Step 2. Upon payment of the $30.00 Inspection Fee, the clerk will issue an InspectionForm, which is to be presented at the central Motor Pool.Step 3. The vehicle is then inspected for road worthiness by a Certified Vehicle Inspectorat the Central Motor Pool. (if the vehicle fails the inspection, the owner/driver will bepermitted to bring a mechanic to the facility to effect repairs).

Step 4. If the vehicle passes inspection, the personnel will then present the owner/driverwith the inspection form along with a penalty form outlining the amount charged for theimpound and wrecker fees (whichever is applicable).Step 5. The owner/driver then returns to the Transport Board Headquarters and presentthe forms to the cashier and make the requisite payments. The cashier will then issue areceipt of payment. (Cheques are not accepted for payments of fees for vehicle that aresubject to impound)Step 6. After payment to the cashier, the owner /driver proceeds to the inspection Centerto collect the License Sticker.Step 7. The owner/driver then returns to the Central Motor Pool and present the receipt,license sticker and a valid drivers license upon which, the vehicle is released by security.Note:The minimum impound fee is $50.00 for up to four (4) days, thereafter $10.00 per day ischarged.If a vehicle fails an inspection and is in need of “ major repairs”, the owner/driver may bepermitted to surrender the registration plates and tow the vehicle from the facility.However this will only be permitted, after full payment of all fees, to include the licensefee and impound fee.