(JUBA) – The Government of South Sudan has announced changes to how vehicle insurance and registration documents are handled, following a ministerial order issued by the Ministry of Interior. The decision is expected to affect motorists, insurance providers and traffic police across the country.
The Acting Minister of Interior, Mangar Buong Aluenge, signed Ministerial Order Number 03 of 2025 on 19 December 2025. The order states that vehicle logbooks and insurance documents must no longer be issued as one card, but as separate documents. This change takes effect from the date of signature.
According to the order, the decision was made under the powers given by the Transitional Constitution of South Sudan and the National Police Service Act. The Ministry said the move is meant to bring clarity and proper control in the management of vehicle insurance and registration.
Under the new rules, the vehicle logbook will only serve as proof of ownership and registration. Insurance documents will be issued separately by insurance providers. This is expected to help drivers, insurers and police officers easily confirm valid insurance cover.
The order also stops all charges on factory tinted vehicles until a final decision is made by the Police Leadership Council. Vehicles with locally added tint are required to remove the tint, but no payment should be demanded. These measures are linked to wider traffic control, but they also affect insured vehicles on the road.
In addition, the order suspends any requirement to change vehicles to left hand drive or to change vehicle doors. This is important for insured vehicles already registered and operating in South Sudan, including those used by businesses, organisations and private owners.
| Key Change | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Vehicle logbook | Issued separately |
| Vehicle insurance | Issued separately |
| Factory tinted vehicles | No charges for now |
| Local tinted vehicles | Tint removed without payment |
| Vehicle modifications | Suspended |
The Inspector General of Police has been directed to make sure the order is enforced by all traffic police officers. This includes ensuring that motorists are not charged wrongly and that insurance documents are checked correctly.
Although the order does not mention specific insurance fees, motor insurance costs in South Sudan vary depending on vehicle type and provider.
Insurance experts say the move could help strengthen trust in the motor insurance system by reducing confusion and misuse of documents. Clear records can also support claims processing and reduce disputes between drivers and insurers.
The ministerial order was signed and stamped at the Ministry of Interior in Juba on 19 December 2025. Copies were sent to the Inspector General of Police and the Director General of Traffic Police for immediate implementation across South Sudan.