Owning a car not only entails the costs of running and servicing, but admin tends to be forgotten more often than not. Admin usually relates to licensing fees associated with the vehicle, and it's an annual affair. The license disc on your windscreen isn't just for show and a simple piece of circular paper but is vital for the authorities and your insurance. It is often forgotten, but here's your reminder to renew your car license disc!
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The above article breaks down the license fees as they differ from province to province, vehicle size and type. On average, a light motor vehicle that weighs between 800 kg and 2500 kg will cost R450.00 and upwards in Gauteng. If you keep the paper where you've cut out your disc, you'll see the general fee for your particular vehicle if the car is within the same province. Be aware you've got a 21-day grace period to renew an expired vehicle license. After that, you'll be charged penalty fees that compound the longer you leave it. If you're insured, your license disc is expired, and insurance will not pay out if an incident happens.
Where can I pay and collect?
There are a few ways to pay and collect your license, but we can assure you it is much easier compared to days when you had to queue at a DLTC (Driving License Test Centre) and waste a day just obtaining a license disc. There are several ways to go about this:
Post Office
If you've received a notice for a license renewal for your vehicle from in the post, you can take that notice to your local Post Office if it offers license renewals, queue, and handle the renewal process there. If you didn't receive a renewal notice, you can still renew your license disc at the Post Office, but you'll need to fill out an MVL2 application form when you reach the Post Office. Remember to bring your ID card/book and MVL2 renewal form (You can download these online), a copy of your ID, proof of address, cash, and a pen.
DLTC
If you have the time and don't mind queueing, you can still head to your nearest DLTC centre to renew your license disc. But go there early because it can take the whole day. Bring a pen, too! Remember to bring your ID card/book, MVL2 renewal form, copy of your ID, proof of address, cash, and a pen.
Licensing Service
You can commission a licensing service to do the whole process for you and pay them, including the license fee. It will cost more, but you're paying for the convenience. Many banks, supermarkets and businesses offer this service, and they'll notify you when your disc is ready for collection.
eNatis
The most convenient and easiest way to renew your license is via eNatis. The eNatis portal provides many services, one of which is license renewal. Register yourself online to have access to these services. You can receive reminders via email and handle the renewal process online. You only have to pay extra for a courier to come to your door. In this writer's experience, renewing on a weekday generally takes 2 days to have your license renewed and delivered.
Now that you're armed with this information, head off and renew your license today!
