RTD Customers,

As you are aware, the Road Traffic Department (RTD) is transitioning to its electronic, automated system of operation. This new system introduces for the first time, the Registration of ALL vehicle owners as Clients of the Road Traffic Department. This is a one-time process that will assist us in establishing a relationship with you.

This new system requires every individual to present specific documents at the time of licensing their vehicles. Please note that the following documents are required:

FOR REGISTRATION
A PASSPORT OR VOTER’S CARD, YOUR N.I.B SMART CARD AND YOUR DRIVER’S LICENSE

FOR LICENSING
RENEWALS – YOUR VEHICLE DISC & A VALID INSURANCE CERTIFICATE

TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP – A BILL OF SALE, VEHICLE DISC SIGNED BY THE SELLER, VERIFICATION OF CHASIS CHECKED BY POLICE & A VALID INSURANCE CERTIFICATE

NEW VEHICLES – A BILL OF SALE/INVOICE, A CUSTOMS IMPORT DOCUMENT, A BILL OF SALE IF IMPORTED BY ANOTHER INDIVIDUAL OR COMPANY & A VALID INSURANCE CERTIFICATE

Please note that if you are licensing a vehicle for the first time (Transfer of Ownership or New Vehicle Purchase), you are required to pay a one-time fee of $15.00 for your Title Certificate and $15.00 for your License Plates.

Persons Renewing their Vehicle License will pay the normal licensing fee and WILL NOT be charged the additional $30.00 indicated above.

We encourage you to Pre-Register online at http://roadtraffic.gov.bs/.

For inquiries Contact Our Help Desk at 604-5402, 604-5423 or 604-5424.

We appreciate your continued cooperation and assistance in helping us at the Road Traffic Department execute a smooth transition to the new electronic, automated system.

Sincerely,

Ross L. Smith

RTD Controller