A temporary motor vehicle permit is valid for 21 days and is used for a motor vehicle that is registered, licenced and roadworthy.

A temporary permit is used under the following circumstances:

• Delivering the vehicle within the Republic to the owner,
• Delivering the vehicle within the Republic by or to a motor dealer, or
• Registering and licensing purposes

Only one permit is issued per vehicle ownership.

A special motor vehicle permit is valid for three days only.

A special motor vehicle permit is used under the following circumstances:

• Testing such motor vehicle.
• Proceeding to or returning from a place within the Republic where repairs are to be or have been effected to such motor vehicle.
• Reaching an examiner of vehicles or mass measuring apparatus; or
• Repossessing such motor vehicle as contemplated in regulation 69

It is important to note that a vehicle with a special permit may not carry goods or passengers. There is no limit to the number of permits that can be issued per ownership.

The following is required for a temporary motor vehicle permit:

• Complete an Application for a Temporary/Special Permit (TSP1) form
• a clear certified copy of your identity document