As USPC finally launched its operations on 1st March 2021, it released the new rates for driving licenses including the rates for 5-year validity. The new rates are inclusive of the guidelines under the new issuance process. During the launch, one of the points emphasized was the Face technologies permits valid till expiration day.
Read also: How much are the new driving permits?
The commissioner of Transport Regulation and Safety at the Ministry of Works and Transport, Winston Katushabe said that driving permits that were issued by Face Technologies will be valid till they expire.
Face technologies permits valid till expiration day
Speaking on NBS Television’s Morning Breeze, Katushabe said that they have no reason to worry because their permits will still be recognised as long as they have not yet expired.
“The permits that Face Technology issued are still valid till their expiration date. We have discussed this with the Uganda Police as well,” Katushabe said.
He further explained that the new company will offer services similar to what Face Technologies was offering but urged Ugandans to be patient with them as any transition will always come with challenges according to Nile Post.
This communication comes out to assure many Ugandans that the Face technologies permits valid till expiration day and they should not worry about whether they’ll be accepted or not.
Some of the new guidelines issued for the new driving permits process include;
Also read: Ministry of Works explains new changes to driving permits in Uganda
The new cards will be valid for 5 years in addition to the existing 1 year and 3 year validity. This will save many drivers’ time in terms of visits and even money spent during these visits.
Some of the changes to the driving permits in Uganda that should be expected are compliance with ISO requirements and Tripartite Transport and Transit Facilitation Programme (TTTFP) which aims at having a uniform card for the three regional blocks EAC, SADC and COMESA. Those who receive the new card will be able to drive through member states with almost no restrictions.
Read also: The launch of online postal services in Uganda will enhance service delivery
Read also: Updates of the Ministry of ICT’s achievements in Uganda through NITA-U
READ: Updates of the Ministry of ICT’s achievements in Uganda through NITA-U