Guyana launches digital driver’s licence Portal to improve road safety

The Government of Guyana launched a new digital Driver’s Licence Portal to modernize the licensing process and improve road safety across the country.

The new online platform allows applicants to access study materials, register, and complete theoretical examinations. The government transferred responsibility for official theoretical training and examinations to the Guyana Digital School. This move creates a centralized process to ensure that all drivers possess the necessary knowledge of traffic regulations, road signs, and defensive driving.

Starting in 2027, the government will introduce driver education into the formal school system. Students pursuing Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) and Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) programs will be able to take theoretical examinations through their schools. Successful candidates will receive provisional licenses and can move to the practical stage once they turn 18 years old.

The government also plans to move toward electronic traffic enforcement to ensure that violations are recorded regardless of whether a police officer is present. Officials state that these digital systems aim to reduce administrative delays and close opportunities for irregularities. To maintain public confidence, the government will ensure that electronic evidence follows established legal procedures and provides motorists with ways to challenge errors.