Traffic Department Offices in the Western Cape
The Western Cape has a network of traffic and vehicle licensing offices operated by the City of Cape Town and the Western Cape Department of Transport and Public Works. Services include driver's licence testing, learner's licence testing, vehicle registration, licence disc renewal, and PDP applications. This guide lists the key offices, locations, and services.
Overview of Western Cape Traffic Services
Traffic and licensing services in the Western Cape are delivered by the City of Cape Town (for the metropole) and by the Western Cape Department of Transport and Public Works for the broader province. All offices are connected to the national eNaTIS system.
The Western Cape is notable for its relatively well-functioning licensing infrastructure, but popular centres in Cape Town still experience significant queues, particularly for driver's licence tests.
Cape Town Traffic Centre
The Cape Town Traffic Centre is the primary licensing and testing facility for the City of Cape Town, conveniently located near the city centre.
Address: Civic Centre, Hertzog Boulevard, Cape Town (Foreshore).
- Driver's licence tests (K53 yard and road test)
- Learner's licence theory tests
- Vehicle registration and transfer of ownership
- Licence disc renewal
- PDP applications and renewals
- Operating hours: Monday to Friday, 07:30 to 15:30
- Phone: 021 400 4636 (City of Cape Town Traffic)
- Online: www.capetown.gov.za
George Traffic Office
The George Traffic Office serves the Garden Route region and is one of the main licensing centres in the Western Cape outside of Cape Town.
Address: York Street, George, Western Cape.
- Driver's and learner's licence testing
- Vehicle registration
- Licence disc renewal
- PDP applications
- Operating hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 15:30
- Phone: 044 801 9411 (George Municipality)
- Bookings: via www.enatis.com or in person
Other Key Western Cape Traffic Offices
| Office | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bellville Licensing | Vasco Boulevard, Bellville | 021 918 2000 |
| Stellenbosch Licensing | Plein Street, Stellenbosch | 021 808 8111 |
| Paarl Licensing | Jan van Riebeeck Drive, Paarl | 021 807 4500 |
| Mitchells Plain Licensing | AZ Berman Drive, Mitchells Plain | 021 400 4636 |
| Somerset West Licensing | Andries Pretorius Street, Somerset West | 021 850 4000 |
| Worcester Licensing | Church Street, Worcester | 023 348 2600 |
The City of Cape Town offers an online appointment booking system for some services. Check www.capetown.gov.za for the latest available online booking options before visiting in person.
What to Bring to a Western Cape Traffic Office
- Original South African identity document
- All original supporting documents relevant to your transaction
- Completed application forms (download from www.natis.gov.za)
- Cash or card for payment
- For driver's licence tests: valid learner's licence
- Book in advance for tests - walk-in availability is very limited
Online Services for Western Cape Residents
Western Cape residents can access many traffic services online. The eNaTIS portal at www.enatis.com allows driver's licence test bookings, licence disc renewals, and vehicle registration enquiries.
The City of Cape Town website (www.capetown.gov.za) provides information on traffic services, licensing office locations, and online payment of traffic fines.