Visakhapatnam RTO: RTO Office in Visakhapatnam - Address, Phone & Timings

Published on 21 Jun, 2021, 6:24 AM IST

Updated on 7 Jul, 2022, 8:45 AM IST

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All About Visakhapatnam Regional Transport Office (RTO)

The RTO of Visakhapatnam functions under the guidance of The Motor Vehicles Act to implement traffic rules and regulations in the city. Visakhapatnam is a port city and an industrial hub in Andhra Pradesh. It is also one of the main tourist destinations in the southern part of India.

Industrial and tourism development have resulted in exponential growth in the number of vehicles in the city. Despite the increasing new vehicle registrations, the Visakhapatnam Regional Transport Office provides efficient services to the city's residents. This page provides details about Visakhapatnam RTO along with contact details and office timings.

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Visakhapatnam RTO: Contact Details

The following section provides details about the RTO of Visakhapatnam.

Visakhapatnam RTO Office (AP-31)

Here’s a table with Visakhapatnam RTO code, contact details and office working hours.

RTO Code/Number	AP-31
Office Address	RTO Office Vizag, Vuda Colony, Marripalem, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh ‒ 530009
Helpline Number:	0891-2559777
Email ID	[email protected]
State	Andhra Pradesh
Office Timings	10 AM ‒ 5 PM

Services offered by Visakhapatnam RTO

RTO Visakhapatnam (Vizag) offers all transport-related services mentioned in The Motor Vehicles Act. Here are the important services provided by the Andhra Pradesh Transport Department.

Issuance or renewal of Driving Licence (DL), Learner’s Licence and International Driving Licence.
Issuance of Registration Certificate (RC) for private and commercial/transport vehicles.
Issuance of temporary, national and regular permits for transport/commercial vehicles.
Authorisation of lease/hypothecation/endorsement for private and transport vehicles.
Collection of service fees and road tax.

You can go through the following sections for detailed information about Visakhapatnam RTO services.

Driving Licence

The Visakhapatnam RTO is responsible for the issuance, renewal and correction of details in the Driving Licence. Other services include conducting driving tests, the addition of a new vehicle class to the DL and providing duplicate copies of the licence.

Learner’s Licence

The RTO office in Visakhapatnam conducts tests for the issuance of the Learner’s Licence. Along with that, it also offers services such as renewal, revision of details in licence and the issuance of duplicate LL.

Registration of Vehicles

The RTO of Visakhapatnam registers all new and old vehicles in the city and issues temporary/permanent Registration Certificates. Other services include renewal, ownership transfer in RC, revision of details in the document and endorsement or removal of hypothecation.

Vehicle-related Documents

The RTO office in Visakhapatnam provides various vehicle-related documents such as permits and certificates. It includes No Objection Certificates (NOC), Trade Certificates (TC), Fitness Certificates (FC) and permits such as national, local, state, contract carriage, etc.

Road Tax

RTO Visakhapatnam collects road tax during the new vehicle registration process. Along with that, it is also responsible for the collection of fees for the services it offers.

Also, read: All You Need to Know About a Regional Transport Office (RTO)

RTO Fees in Visakhapatnam

Mentioned below are the RTO fees in Visakhapatnam for vehicle and driver-related services.

Driving Licence Fees

Here are the RTO fees for obtaining, renewing and correcting details in Learner’s Licence (LL) and Driving Licence (DL) in Vizag.

Fee	Issue/Renewal (Rs.)
Grant of Learner’s Licence for Each Class of Vehicles	150
Test/Repeat Test for LL	50
Repeat Test for LL for Each Class of Vehicles	300
Grant of Driving Licence	200
Renewal of Driving Licence	200
Renewal of Driving Licence (After the Grace Period)	300 (1,000 for each extra year)
Addition of Class of Vehicles in the Licence	500
Grant of International Driving Licence/International Driving Permit (IDP)	1,000
Change in Address in Driving Licence	200
Smart Card Fee for Driving Licence	200

Visakhapatnam RTO Registration Charges

Here are the registration fees for private and commercial/transport vehicles in Visakhapatnam.

Vehicle Type	Fees (Issue/Renewal) Rs.
Two-Wheelers	50
Private Three-Wheeler/Four-Wheeler/Quadricycle	600
Commercial Three-Wheeler/Four-Wheeler/Quadricycle	1000
Registration of Imported Motorcycle/Two-Wheelers	2500
Medium Goods Motor Vehicle	1000
Medium Passenger Vehicle	1000
Heavy Goods Vehicle	1500
Heavy Passenger Vehicle	1500
Registration of Imported Motor Vehicles (Four-Wheelers and Others)	5000
Others	3000
Grant of Duplicate Registration Certificate	50% of the above-mentioned fees
Transfer of Ownership Registration	50% of the above-mentioned fees
Change in Residential Address in Registration Certificate	50% of the above-mentioned fees
Changes or Alterations in the Registration Certificate	50% of the above-mentioned fees
Endorsement of Lease/Hire Purchase/Hypothecation	Two-wheelers/Motorcycles - 500
Endorsement of Lease/Hire Purchase/Hypothecation	Quadricycle/Four-Wheeler/Three-Wheeler - 1,500
Endorsement of Lease/Hire Purchase/Hypothecation	Medium or Heavy Vehicle - 3,000

Fitness Certificate (FC) Charges

Below are the RTO fees for the issuance and renewal of Certificate of Fitness in Vizag for both private and commercial/transport vehicles.

Type of Service	Fee (Rs.)
Test for FC (Grant/Renewal)	Two-wheelers/Motorcycles ‒ 200 (400 for the automated process)
Test for FC (Grant/Renewal)	Quadricycle/Three-Wheeler/Four-Wheeler ‒ 400 (600 for the automated process)
Test for FC (Grant/Renewal)	Medium/Heavy Vehicle ‒ 600 (1,000 for the automated process)
Grant/Renew FC	200 (Additional 50 for each day after the expiry)
Grant/Renew Letter of Authority	15,000
Grant Duplicate Letter of Authority	7,500

Permit Charges (Transport/Commercial Vehicles)

Here are the RTO permit charges in Visakhapatnam.

Vehicle Type	Temporary/Special Permit Fee (Rs.)
Goods Vehicle	200
Private Service Vehicles (PSV)/Omni Buses	200
Type of Vehicle	Regular Permit Fee (Rs.)
National Permit for Goods Vehicle	1000
Stage Carriages	5000
Contract Carriages (13 seats)	5000
Motorcycle Cabs	200
Autorickshaws	500
Maxi Cabs	2000
Motor Cabs	1000
PSV - Less than 13 seats	2000
Private Service Vehicles - More than 13 seats	3000
Bus (Educational Institution): 13 seats or less	2000
Bus (Educational Institution): 13 + seats	3000

Visakhapatnam RTO official website

The official website of the RTO Visakhapatnam is https://www.aptransport.org/. You can visit this website if you wish to know more about the Regional Transport Office in Visakhapatnam.

Disclaimer: The information mentioned on this page is compiled from different websites and government sources. The information may be updated from time to time. Hence, please refer to the respective government websites and verify before making any RTO-related decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions and their answers related to the RTO of Visakhapatnam.

Is it mandatory to submit a medical certificate to obtain a driving licence?

It is not mandatory to produce a medical certificate to obtain a learner’s licence or a driving licence at the RTO. However, for those who are above 50 years of age, they need to submit a medical certificate. Also, those applying for a driving licence to drive a transport or a commercial vehicle will have to produce a medical certificate to obtain the driving licence.

What are the criteria to apply for a commercial driving licence in India?

The criteria to apply for a driving licence for a commercial or transport vehicle is that the applicant should have held a DL for driving a Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) at least for a period of 1 year.

When can I obtain a driving licence to ride a two-wheeler with gears?

To obtain a DL to ride a two-wheeler or a motorcycle with gear, the applicant should be at least 18 years of age. This is also the age criteria to apply for a DL to drive an LMV/Four-wheelers/Cars.

What is the grace period to renew my driving licence if I have missed renewing the DL prior to the expiry date?

You can renew the driving licence within 30 days of the expiry at the respective RTO. You will have to pay a late fee to get your expired driving licence renewed.

What is the validity of the driving licence and at what intervals do I need to renew the licence?

The driving licence in India is valid for a period of 20 years or at the time of attaining the age of 50 years. After that, you need to renew the DL every 5 years. As for transport vehicles, the driving licence is valid for a period of 3 years and has to be renewed every 3 years.

Which RTO form is required to apply for a Learner’s Licence (LL)?

You can obtain the learner’s licence through Form 2, which acts as the application form.

Can I change the residential address on my driving licence?

Yes, you can apply for the change in the residential address reflecting on your driving licence. The RTO charges a fee towards effecting the change in the residential address.

How to schedule a slot for the driving test?

You can schedule a slot for the driving test online by visiting the AP transport web portal. You need to select the option to schedule a test, enter the Learner’s Licence number and you need to select from the available slots. You will receive an acknowledgement for the same.

Can I schedule a time slot to apply for a driving licence with an expired or an old learner’s licence?

You cannot book a time slot to obtain a DL with an old learner’s licence number and you may get a message that the data is not found. You will have to approach the respective RTO to book a time slot. Make sure you have the original copy of the LL when you approach the RTO.

Can I modify or cancel the time slot for the driving test?

Yes, you can modify or cancel the time slot for the driving test. Visit the AP transport web portal to cancel or modify. There may be a fee associated with this service; however, you need to check the web portal for the updated information.

Can I apply for a Learner’s Licence online in Vizag?

You can apply for an LL online via the online portal of the Visakhapatnam RTO.

What to do if I lose the Registration Certificate of my car in Visakhapatnam?

You can apply for a duplicate RC with all the documents and applicable fees at the Visakhapatnam RTO if you lose the original document.

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