Original licence (for renewal and add category) (for: renew, add category)
Recommendation letter from Traffic Police Office (for duplicate/lost licence) (for: duplicate)
Steps
Online application (for: new, add category)Apply online at https://applydlnew.dotm.gov.np/login to get an office visit date.
Appear at office and give biometric (for: new, add category)On the office visit date, appear at the relevant office and give biometric data.
Take written and practical test (for: new, add category)For new licence, written and practical tests are required. For add category, only practical test is required.
Appear at office with original citizenship and licence (for: renew)For renewal, the person must appear at the relevant office with original licence and citizenship.
Contact office with recommendation letter from Traffic Police (for: duplicate)In case of lost licence, contact the issuing office with a recommendation letter from the Traffic Police Office not older than 7 days.
Fees and time
We have no confirmed amount and do not estimate one. Check the official source or ask at the office.
Time: Usually a few weeks from application to printed licence
The token counter shuts well before the office does — go early.
What documents do I need for getting a driving licence?Original citizenship certificate; Original licence (for renewal and add category); Recommendation letter from Traffic Police Office (for duplicate/lost licence).Where do I apply?Relevant office (e.g., Transport Management Office, Ekantkuna, Bagmati Province)How long does it take?Usually a few weeks from application to printed licence