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Driving license holders can use National ID Card as license from July 16



KATHMANDU: Starting July 16, those with a driving license can use their National Identity Card (ID) as their license.

The government is working on integrating driving license details into the National ID Card, according to the Department of Transport Management.

Uddav Prasad Rijal, the Director General at the department, stated that the process of including driving license details in the National ID Card will be completed in a day or two.

Rijal also informed that the government will stop issuing separate driving licenses from July 16.

“This move aims to reduce government expenses and facilitate drivers,” Rijal added.

The Cabinet has also ratified the decision to merge the National ID Card and driving license, according to Rijal.

Publish Date : 11 June 2024 16:24 PM

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