Are you renewing your driver's licence or waiting for a new card? Here are two ways to check your driving licence status in South Africa.

 

SMS Notification Service

The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) offers an SMS service to inform you about your licence status. By sending your ID number to 33214, you can receive real-time updates on your application. This service will provide you with the following responses:

  • Application Received: The Driver's Licence Testing Centre (DLTC) has filed your application but it hasn't been processed yet.
  • Production Queue: Your application is approved and awaiting card manufacturing.
  • Problem Card: There's an issue with your card's production; you'll need to revisit the DLTC to resolve it.
  • Produced and Ready for Collection: Your licence is ready for pickup.

NB: It's essential to collect your new card within the specified timeframe mentioned in the SMS. If you don’t, the DLTC may deface your card, which means you’ll have to restart the entire process again and pay additional fees (not funny!).

 

Online Status Check via NaTIS

The National Traffic Information System (NaTIS) provides an online platform to monitor your licence application status:

  • Create a Profile: Visit the NaTIS website and register using your cell phone number or email address, along with your ID number.
  • Access Your Dashboard: After logging in, navigate to your profile dashboard to view the current status of your driver's licence application.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to: Renew your driving licence.

 

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