5-year driver’s licences coming; Medical checkups required @ age 80- Hon Rymer
Hon Rymer was at the time speaking during the April 30, 2025, broadcast of Virgin Islands Voice, at which time he disclosed key amendments currently being prepared for the House of Assembly.
“We are moving that as well, where we embrace technology and, speaking from the Department of Motor Vehicles standpoint, we are also moving towards amending the Road Traffic Act, but we are also working towards changing the years of your driver's licence.”
One of the proposed changes, he explained, is the extension of the standard driver's licence validity period. Currently, drivers can only obtain a licence for a maximum of three years.
According to Hon Rymer, however, plans are in motion to increase this period to five years, thereby reducing the frequency and administrative burden of renewals.
“Where it's three years now, the longest you can get, but we're moving towards five years,” he confirmed.
Annual physicals
The Minister also announced the intention to raise the age threshold for annual medical checks and licence renewals from 70 to 80 years. At present, drivers who reach the age of 70 are required to undergo annual physical examinations and are only issued a one-year licence thereafter.
“I think we're extending the year when you're a senior to 80 years where you, right now once you turn 70, you have to go annually, get a physical, and get your license for one year, and so we are moving that as well... that would be done at 80 years,” Hon Rymer stated.
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20 Responses to “5-year driver’s licences coming; Medical checkups required @ age 80- Hon Rymer”
May I respectfully ask why no one has been assigned on Anegada to assist the DMV? I’ve heard multiple residents express frustration over paying for license renewals and then having to wait months before receiving their stickers for the windshield.
This situation is unacceptable and creates the impression that the needs of Anegada are being overlooked. It feels as though Anegada is being treated like it’s “behind God’s back” — with little respect, unity, or consideration shown toward the people living here.
I truly believe this is an issue that deserves urgent attention and correction.
Thank you for your time and understanding.
When? How soon?
Also what will be the fee for a 5 year BVI drivers license??
Money for renewal sorry to say
The majority of seniors in their seventies are well and strong and really do not need a medical check up for getting a driving license every year. Also some private doctors are taking unfair advantage and charging as much as $150.00 just to complete the medical form even when there is absolutely no ill health present in people just to profit more greatly year after year just to complete that form. Most seniors cannot afford that.