Media Releases


Closure of the Caroni Licensing Office - August 30th, 2023

30 Aug 2023

The Ministry of Works and Transport wishes to advise the general public that due to a utility challenge on the Caroni Licensing compound, the Office will be closed from 10:00 a.m. today, Wednesday 30th August, 2023. Normal hours of operation will resume on Friday 01st September, 2023.

Disruption in Service at the Licensing Division

09 Aug 2023

The Ministry of Works and Transport wishes to advise the general public that all Licensing locations are currently experiencing a temporary disruption in the delivery of its services due to internet challenges being experienced island-wide.

Closure of Caroni Licensing Office

24 Jul 2023

The Ministry of Works and Transport wishes to advise the general public that due to major voltage issues within the area, the Caroni Licensing Office will be closed from 9:30 a.m. today, Monday 24th July, 2023.

Introduction of the Online Provisional Permit System

28 Apr 2023

With a continued commitment to modernizing and improving service delivery at the Licensing Division, the Ministry of Works and Transport is pleased to introduce the Online Provisional Permit System, the newest addition to our suite of online services. The public is advised that the roll-out of the online application process as the new method to apply for a Provisional Permit will take effect May 01st, 2023.

Double Demerit Points - Not in Effect for Easter Weekend

10 Apr 2023

The Ministry of Works and Transport wishes to advise the general public that contrary to misinformation in the public domain, Double Demerit Points, a component of the Demerit Points System, is currently NOT in effect for the Easter Weekend (Friday 07th – Monday 10th April, 2023).

Closure of Ato Boldon Stadium for Vehicle Transfers

22 Mar 2023

The Ministry of Works and Transport wishes to advise the general public that the Ato Boldon Stadium which is currently being utilized to support Vehicle Transfer transactions will be closed to the general public, today, Wednesday 22nd March 2023.

Utilization of Ato Boldon and Larry Gomes Stadiums For Vehicle Transfers

06 Mar 2023

The Ministry of Works and Transport wishes to thank the general public for utilizing the additional locations (Ato Boldon and Larry Gomes Stadiums) that have been put in place to support vehicle transfer transactions. While many customers have chosen to utilize the Ato Boldon Stadium, the Licensing Division strongly encourages persons to ALSO visit the Larry Gomes Stadium, Arima, which is fully equipped to conduct vehicle transfers. 

Licensing Division Implements New Initiatives To Treat With Vehicle Inspection and Transfers

11 Feb 2023

The Ministry of Works and Transport has been paying close attention to the ongoing matter related to the challenges associated with Vehicle Inspections and Transfers. Within the past two years, the Ministry has been cognisant of an increased demand to access licensing services nationwide. 

Reinstatement of Online Appointment System for Certain Licensing Transactions

07 Dec 2022

In 2020, the Ministry of Works and Transport implemented an online appointment system to facilitate the continuation of licensing transactions during the COVID-19 Pandemic. In paying close attention to the needs and expectations of our customer base, on December 05th 2022, the Ministry heeded the calls of various segments of the population to implement a walk-in service for the following transactions:

Removal of Appointments For Certain Licensing Transaction

02 Dec 2022

The Ministry of Works and Transport wishes to advise the general public that effective December 5th, 2022 appointments will no longer be required for certain transactions at the Licensing Office.



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