About this service
Apply for a new driving license or renew an existing one. A medical certificate and passing theory and practical tests are required.
Who needs this service
- Residents applying for or renewing a driving licence or vehicle registration.
- Vehicle owners transferring ownership or resolving outstanding traffic fines.
- Businesses needing special road use or transport permits.
Documents required
- National ID card (scanned copy)
- Medical fitness certificate from an approved clinic
- Passport-size photo (JPG or PNG)
- Current license (if renewal)
Application workflow
How to apply — step by step
Create or sign in to your Halzanîn account
Registration is free and takes under 2 minutes. You need a valid email address and a mobile number for OTP verification.
Complete the online application form
Fill in your personal details and any service-specific information. All fields with a red asterisk are required.
Book your appointment slot
Choose a date and time to visit the Traffic Police service centre for document verification. Slots are available Sunday through Thursday.
Upload your supporting documents
Upload scanned copies or clear photographs of all required documents. Accepted formats: JPG, PNG, PDF — max 5 MB each.
Attend your appointment and collect your document
Bring originals of all documents on your appointment day. Your QR receipt will be sent by email and is available in your dashboard. Collection is usually at the same visit.
Online vs. in-person
- Apply from home at any time
- Skip the queue at the service centre
- Real-time status tracking in your dashboard
- Instant QR confirmation by email
- Visit the ministry service centre directly
- Open Sunday–Thursday, 8:00–15:00
- Longer wait times without a prior booking
- Bring originals of all documents
Processing timeline
Estimated total: 21 working days from appointment date. Timelines may vary during peak periods. Track your application status in your dashboard.
Cost
Free
No payment required
This service is provided free of charge by the Kurdistan Regional Government. No fees, no hidden charges. You will never be asked for payment to submit or collect this application.
Frequently asked questions
Ready to apply?
Free, online, takes 5–10 minutes. Have your documents ready.