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TRANSPORT AUTHORITY COMMENCES MOTOR VEHICLE EXAMINATIONS JANUARY 12 FOR 2026/27 LICENCING PERIOD
KINGSTON, JAMAICA – JANUARY 9, 2026: Effective Monday, January 12, 2026, the Transport Authority will commence motor vehicle examinations in preparation for the renewal of road licences which expire March 31, 2026. The examinations are to facilitate the timely submission of road licence applications at the start of the 2026/27 Road Licencing Period on February 1, 2026. The early commencement of motor vehicle examination, on January 12, is part of the Authority’s push to provide convenient and efficient service to its customers. Meanwhile, Managing Director of the Transport Authority, Mr. Ralston Smith, is encouraging customers to take advantage of the easy and convenient online licencing application process, where bank transfers and or VISA debit or credit cards can be used to facilitate payments. Mr. Smith is also reminding PPV Operators and new applicants that they must meet the approved Transport Authority standards and requirements in order to receive a road licence. These standards include colour coding, exterior markings and updated motor vehicle documents accessible from the Island Traffic Authority and Tax Administration Jamaica Portals. Mr. Smith urges all PPV operators to get inline early and complete the licence application process and avoid the possibility of prosecution for non-renewal of road licence. {{ "Launch of Licensing Period - May Pen - mv inspection.jpg" | asset_url | img_tag }}Caption: File photo of a motor vehicle inspection in May Pen, Clarendon at the launch of a previous licensing period. Application after March 31, will attract a late fee. For further details, please contact the Authority toll free at 888-991-5687, customer care 876-618-0959, WhatsApp 876-551-8196 or visit the website at www.ta.org.jm. -30-Contact:Corporate CommunicationsTransport Authority876-926-8912 / 876-275-5919
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