The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has announced that drivers’ licenses will now expire on the holder’s birthday as part of reforms to modernize its operations.
The Chief Executive of the DVLA, Julius Neequaye Kotey, said the new policy is aimed at improving tracking, reducing confusion over renewal dates, and aligning Ghana’s licensing system with international best practices.
“With this initiative, your date of birth will be the day on which your licence expires. The public should take note of this change,” he said.
Mr Kotey also disclosed that the system would be extended to roadworthiness certification, with motorists receiving SMS notifications to remind them of renewal deadlines. The SMS alert system, he explained, would improve compliance, reduce last-minute renewals and ease congestion at DVLA offices.
Speaking at a media briefing to mark his first year in office, the DVLA CEO said the reforms form part of a broader digital transformation agenda to enhance service delivery, strengthen revenue mobilisation and support road safety enforcement.
Touching on achievements over the past year, Mr Kotey said the DVLA had increased monthly vehicle registrations from 10,000 to 16,000, established 10 new offices including 24-hour service points, and introduced mobile licensing units.
He added that partnerships with the State Insurance Company and the National Identification Authority had helped streamline services, contributing to a nine per cent growth in revenue.
Looking ahead, Mr Kotey said the DVLA plans to roll out automated vehicle emission testing, introduce new number plates with enhanced tracking technology, and expand 24-hour services to more regional offices.
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