The inter-district registration and investigation department of the traffic police began operations in Kherson on August 6. Within a week, the region’s drivers started receiving the first license plates, marking a new chapter in local traffic administration. The regional traffic police confirmed these early distributions, noting that the process was rolling out steadily as the system became more familiar to residents.
Along with the new registrations, some visitors were treated to small souvenirs bearing the emblems associated with the traffic police. These tokens were handed out as a token of welcome to drivers who completed the initial steps in the registration and licensing process, signaling the start of a broader program aimed at modernizing how road users engage with authorities during vehicle documentation.
The procedures for exchanging driver’s licenses and vehicle registration certificates in the region were streamlined. The reform removed the need to pay state taxes at the point of exchange and eliminated the requirement to present an OSAGO policy. When registering a vehicle, applicants also did not need to provide a health certificate. This simplification was designed to speed up the administrative workflow, reduce the burden on residents, and accelerate the integration of new vehicles into public records. For many, the updated rules meant a quicker transition to updated documents and plates, helping reduce the friction that often accompanies the renewal of essential motor vehicle credentials.
However, access to these services was tied to prior steps in the bureaucratic process. Only those who had already obtained a Russian passport were eligible to take full advantage of the streamlined provisions. Individuals who had not yet completed that prerequisite would receive temporary certificates and provisional number plates for their vehicles while they completed the necessary documentation. This stance reflected a cautious approach to ensure that all identified owners and drivers were correctly registered in the new system before permanent credentials were issued.
The authorities indicated plans to broaden the network of service points in the near future, with additional registration and examination locations slated to open for residents of Kherson and the surrounding region. The expansion aimed to reduce travel distances, shorten wait times, and improve accessibility for motorists in more remote or underserved districts. Local officials stressed that the development would unfold progressively, with new sites announced as readiness checks and staffing levels were confirmed. In practice, this meant more opportunities for people to complete their paperwork locally rather than traveling to a central hub, thereby easing daily routines for many drivers.
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