Owning and running a car has its own set of admin fees. Not just registration-related fees, but unfortunately fines and arrears are a thing; hence why we encourage motorists to be on their best behaviour to avoid these problems. However, life does happen, and so do mistakes and missteps; this is where the Gauteng Roads and Transport Department is willing to throw Gauteng Motorists a bone.
Essentially, if you owe more than R3 000 in motor vehicle licence penalties and arrears in Gauteng, the Gauteng Roads and Transport Department will offer a debt management arrangement to assist you in clearing your debt over time, subject to you meeting some requirements. Here's how it works
In regard to an individual
To enter into an agreement, you need to owe more than R3 000 of the penalties and arrears combined. The amount must exclude infringements and licensing fees. You must pay a minimum deposit of 30% of the total debt. Compliance with the maximum 10-month instalment period is required. Lastly, you need to provide reliable contact details.
Documentation required:
- Original RSA ID document or Foreign ID. Passports will not be accepted.
- Traffic Register Number.
- Original Proof of Residence not older than 3 months (This can be municipal bills or a bank statement, for example)
In regard to a business
For businesses, the same R3 000 applies to penalties and arrears combined, and the amount excludes infringements and licensing fees. Businesses must pay a minimum deposit of 30% of the total debt, provide reliable contact details, and comply with the maximum 10-month instalment period. However, the documentation differs slightly.
Required documents:
- Original RSA ID Document of the Directors. If the business has more than one director and only one is available to sign the debt management contract, the original ID document of that director and a signed letter of authority from the other directors to act on behalf of the company will be accepted. Foreign ID documents are allowed, but not passports.
- Traffic Register Number.
- Original CIPRO (Companies and Intellectual Property Registration Office) or CIPC (Companies and Intellectual Property Commission) certificates.
- Original Proof of Business Residence not older than 3 months.
For any enquiries, you can contact the department here:
Address: Life Centre Building, 17th Floor, 45 Commissioner Street, Marshalltown, Johannesburg.
Telephone: 011 891 0091/0071/0062/0143/0144
