The government has launched a new standard plastic driver’s licence disc that replaces the previous metal licences. The new licence is scannable and compliant with international standards set by SADC, COMESA, and the East African Community.
They can be printed instantly.
They have security features that make them difficult to forge.
They are scannable, allowing quick authenticity checks and identification of any legal issues.
They eliminate the need for temporary licences and clear the backlog of drivers without licences.
The licences use cutting-edge digital technologies, providing convenience for licence holders and law enforcement officials.
The licences have a validity of five years, ensuring updated credentials and enhancing document authenticity.
They consolidate the Defensive Driver’s Licence and the Professional Driver’s Permit information on a single card.
They create an updated electronic database of drivers, including professional drivers.
Yes, the new licence is valid in 25 countries within the SADC, COMESA, and EAC regions without conversion. This includes Zimbabwe. It eliminates the need for separate licences when driving in these countries.
The new driver’s licence can be obtained through VID offices, and the collection can be made from your nearest Post Office. The acquisition process has been decentralized.
The new licence was launched on June 19, 2023, and is now in effect.
No, a re-test is not required. Once you have a licence, your photo and biometrics will be updated every five years. However, a vision test will be conducted during the renewal process.
While the metal discs remain valid for now, the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development will announce the phase-out date in the future. The new plastic licences are being introduced as a replacement.
For holders of the old licences, there is no need for a separate licence to tow a trailer at the moment. The ministry is developing the capacity to accommodate this aspect in test yards, but it is not a requirement currently.
Yes, the new driver’s licence has numerous security features that enhance its credibility. It significantly deters counterfeiting and helps eliminate the presence of unlicensed drivers
A QR Code is a machine-readable code that will be used to verify the credentials of a licence holder. It provides a quick way to access and authenticate the information on the licence.
On the licence application, you must indicate your preferred Zimpost Agency near you for collection. Once the licence is ready for collection, you will receive a text message notification. Please ensure that you provide the correct mobile number on the application.
Ko vamwe tenge tisati tacollector edu esimbi tinoita sei???
Please contact your nearest VID for more information
When can l start checking for my driver’s license or they are not yet out
You need to visit your nearest VID depot for more information.
how to apply a new licence do we have to visit vid offices as well as the payment
If you have a blue copy you just need to book so they can process biometrics for the new one. If you haven’t yet applied for a licence you just go through the usual process.
How abt 2019 discs, are they not yet out or akatobuda kare but not ready for collections
For more and accurate information on this please visit VID.
ko kana uchida sadc licences uine old licence unoita retest hre kna yangove automatically
The new licence is automatically a SADC licence.
i am currently based in SA. i am in possession of the certificate instead of the card. Can the embassy help me?
Yes. They can assist you.
ko kune vatora ma licence this month first week of August akutobuda hre ma licence acho
It seems so yes.
As for me i acquired a driver’s license in 2019 march but i have a blue copy, which category am i in?
I’m in Uk with a disc licence can I apply for a plastic licence whilst here ?
Yes.
can I convert my old licence to this new one from embassy in uk?
Am not sure about this but please visit them and see if they can assist.
KO ndakarasa old licence ndinopihwa lates new lincense hre uye zvotora ngava yakadii plus panodihwa chii ?.
Yes. You need to visit your nearest VID depot.
As for me i acquired a driver’s license in 2019 march but i have a blue copy, which category am i in?
It’s an old licence with the old classes. Please see the table above to see which category you are in based on the class you acquired. You can also visit your nearest VID depot to get the most accurate information.
i have a south african license can it be converted to a Zimbabwean license or i will need to test for the Zim license
i have a south african license can it be converted to a Zimbabwean license or i will need to test for the Zim license
Is this the new South African licence? If so, please note that all licences issued in the SADC region have now been unified. There will be no need to do any retests as the licence is valid and recognised all across SADC. You can verify this by visiting your nearest VID depot.