CUTS challenges DVLA over escalating 'delinquency' charges
CUTS International, a public policy think tank, has demanded that the DVLA suspend its escalating "delinquency" charges on expired driver's licences until it publicly establishes the legal authority, approval process, and formula used to determine the fees. This demand was made in a statement issued on August 9, 2026, by Appiah Kusi Adomako, Director of the West Africa Regional Centre of CUTS International, Accra. Mr. Adomako stated, "The DVLA must show Ghanaians the law, the approved fee schedule and the formula behind every cedi it collects as a delinquency charge."
Under the DVLA's Summary of Licensing and Other Activity Rates for 2026, renewing a licence before expiry costs GH¢127. However, the amount increases to GH¢204.25 for a licence expired by between one day and six months, GH¢279.25 for seven to 12 months, GH¢315.25 for up to two years, GH¢352.25 for up to four years, and GH¢404.25 for more than four years. CUTS stated that similar escalating charges applied to the replacement of expired licences. The organization's objection centers on Regulation 33 of L.I. 2180.
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CUTS International is challenging the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) over its escalating 'delinquency' charges for expired driver's
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