The government bank, Banreservas continues to overcharge seniors for driver license renewals, despite an official order to the contrary. Banreservas continues charging more than double the authorized fee — a discrepancy that has sparked public complaints and confusion, Listin Diario reports.
The National Institute of Traffic and Land Transportation (Intrant) confirmed to Listín Diario that as of November 2024, the renewal fee for driving licenses in categories 2, 3, 4, and 5 for individuals over 65 years old is RD$950. The decision reflects the shorter two-year validity period for seniors’ licenses, compared to four years for those aged 18 to 64.
However, Banreservas, the state-owned bank responsible for processing the payments, still charges RD$1,900 for these renewals — the full price for a four-year license.
A physician, Dr. Hernández, told Listín...
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