Use Your Private Vehicle for Work Purposes

The Workman’s Permit allows qualified individuals to use their private motor vehicles for work-related activities such as transporting tools, equipment, or other materials.

This permit is issued by the Licensing Authority under the Ministry of Works and Transport and ensures that your vehicle can be used legally for these purposes without being classified as a commercial vehicle.

Service Details

Eligibility

Vehicle must be a privately registered car (P vehicle)

The owner must use the vehicle for carrying tools or equipment for their trade

Must not be used for hire or reward

Required Documents:

Completed application form

Valid Driver’s Permit

Certified Copy of Vehicle Registration

Valid Certificate of Insurance

Valid Motor Vehicle Inspection Certificate

Letter explaining the nature of your work and reason for applying

Cost

No fee listed; confirm at Licensing Office

Processing Time

Usually valid for 1 year; renewable upon expiration

How to Apply for a Workman’s Permit

Step 1: Download and Complete the Application Form

Visit the official MOWT Workman’s Permit page and download the application form. Fill it out carefully with accurate information.

Step 2: Prepare Supporting Documents

Gather the required documents:

Valid Driver’s Permit

Certified Copy of Vehicle Registration

Certificate of Insurance

Vehicle Inspection Certificate

Letter describing the nature of your trade and how the vehicle is used for work

Step 3: Submit Your Application In Person

Go to the Licensing Authority or the Transport Commissioner’s Office and submit your form and documents.

Step 4: Await Processing

Your application will be reviewed. If approved, you will be issued a Workman’s Permit to legally use your vehicle for trade-related transport.

Need to transport your work tools legally?

Apply for a Workman’s Permit to use your private vehicle for trade purposes.

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