Building and connecting the Kingdom of Eswatini
The Ministry provides and maintains the national road network, public buildings, and transport services that keep Eswatini moving. Apply for permits and schedule inspections online.
- classified road network
- 3,768 km
- departments
- 5
- issuing services online
- 2
Roadworthiness inspection
Every vehicle on Eswatini’s roads must be roadworthy
A Certificate of Roadworthiness confirms that your vehicle meets the road-safety standards of the Kingdom of Eswatini. The certificate is issued at an authorised testing centre after a periodic mechanical inspection, and is required to operate any motor vehicle on public roads. The QR code on each certificate lets a police officer or any member of the public verify it on the spot.
“Issued under Section 117 of the Road Traffic Law 1965 (as Amended), which requires periodic inspection of motor vehicles by authorised examiners at licensed testing centres.”
Road Transportation Service Permit
Public transport operators are licensed to keep passengers safe
A Road Transportation Service Permit (RTSP) authorises an operator to run taxis, kombis, buses, or freight vehicles on a defined route. Permits are granted by the Road Transportation Board and are essential to controlling fleet quality, route allocation, and passenger safety on Eswatini’s public-transport network.
“Administered under the Road Transportation Act No. 5 of 2007 by the Department of Road Transport, which regulates the transport industry through a permit system.”
A rural road in Eswatini's Shiselweni Region.· Road network construction and maintenance
The Department of Roads plans, builds, upgrades, and maintains the national road network — about 1,500 km of main roads and 2,268 km of district roads.
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A government building exterior in Lobamba, Eswatini.· Government buildings, designed and maintained
The Department of Buildings designs, constructs, and maintains government buildings across the Kingdom, from regional offices to public facilities. Building permits for private developments are administered by the same department.
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Public transport minibuses serving Eswatini commuters.· Public-transport regulation and road safety
The Department of Road Transport licenses operators, conducts roadworthiness testing, runs the Road Transportation Board, and promotes road safety under the Road Transportation Act of 2007 and the Road Safety Act of 1983.
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Government vehicle fleet management.· Government vehicle fleet management
The Central Transport Administration manages and coordinates the Government of Eswatini’s motor-vehicle fleet, ensuring vehicles are maintained, licensed, and deployed in support of public-service delivery across ministries.
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VAAU enforcement motorcycles, ready for deployment.· Roadside enforcement of vehicle compliance
The Vehicle Anti-Abuse Unit enforces compliance with road-traffic regulations and roadworthiness standards through targeted roadside operations, working alongside the Royal Eswatini Police Service.
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How an application works
Apply, confirm, attend
Every Ministry service on this site follows the same three steps. The detail varies by service — these are the constants.
Apply online
Fill in the form on the relevant service page. Most applications take five minutes or less.
Receive a confirmation
You will get a reference number by SMS or email. Use it to track the application from "My applications" in the menu.
Attend or download
Visit the authorised centre on your scheduled date for an inspection, or download your QR-verifiable certificate when ready.
How to reach us
Choose the channel that suits you
Most Ministry services are available through more than one channel. Use whichever is most convenient.
Online
Apply on this website. The list of services is in the menu above.
See servicesIn person
Visit an authorised testing centre or the department office. Addresses and phones are on the contact page.
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