Starting on September 1, 2025, Virgin Islanders will be required to pay a fee for the disposal of derelict vehicles as part of an initiative by the Government of the Virgin Islands through the Ministry of Health and Social Development. Photo: GIS/File

The payment is a one-time fee that covers the disposal needs for the vehicle throughout its lifespan. Photo: GIS/File

This programme aims to enhance the cleanliness and safety of our communities by effectively managing the removal of abandoned and unusable vehicles from the Territory.

The initiative was first announced on June 12, 2025, and the public was reminded on August 24, 2025, by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) via a Facebook post.

Category & Fees

The fees associated with this initiative are structured according to the weight of the vehicles, categorised as follows: Category A: This includes vehicles that weigh between 1,500 pounds and 3,000 pounds. Owners of these vehicles will be charged a fee of $60.00. Category B: For vehicles that fall in the weight range of 3,001 pounds to 6,000 pounds, the fee will be $85.00. Category C: Any vehicle that exceeds 6,000 pounds will incur a fee of $125.00.

These disposal fees will be collected at the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) when vehicle owners go through the licensing process.

Importantly, according to DMV, this payment is a one-time fee that covers the disposal needs for the vehicle throughout its lifespan.

The government is seeking the support and cooperation of all Virgin Islanders in this initiative, emphasising the community’s shared responsibility to help keep the Virgin Islands clean and safe for everyone, and solicits the participation of Virgin Islanders in this programme to ensure a healthier environment and a more pleasant living space for all residents.