Motor Traffic Department expands one-day and general services

The Department of Motor Traffic has expanded its one-day and general services to make them more convenient for the public, Commissioner General of Motor Traffic Thushara Fernando said.

Under the new arrangements, anyone seeking a one-day service must make an appointment in advance. Appointments are required for all one-day services, including new vehicle registrations, vehicle ownership transfers, driving licence services and the resolution of technical issues.

Bookings can be made through the department's official online booking system at dmtappointments.dmt.gov.lk.

District offices now handle new motorcycle registrations. In addition, the public can submit general vehicle ownership transfer documents not only at the head office in Narahenpita but also at district offices located within District Secretariats and Divisional Secretariats.

The department said the expansion would make its services more accessible and allow the public to obtain them more efficiently.

The public is advised to use only the official booking system and to arrive on time with the required documents, as walk-in requests for one-day services will no longer be accepted.

Officials said the changes are meant to cut queues and reduce the time people spend at the head office.