Ultra Centre for Licensing and Vehicle Registration now offers a premium experience to Accra residents

Foster Akwasi Asante, Esq., Deputy Chief Executive of DVLA( Left) and Mr. Alok Singhal, Head- Sub-Saharan Africa, VFS Global ( right)

Since July 2024, Citizens and residents of Accra are able to apply for their Vehicle and Driver License applications at the Ultra Centre for Licensing and Vehicle Registration operated by Bridge Direct in collaboration with VFS Global.

The Centre offers applicants a convenient and comfortable environment for submitting their Vehicle and License applications. A dedicated contact centre (0302 918007) and email support (info@dvla.gov.gh) service is also available for customers to answer queries and track the application status.

Commenting on the premium centre, Foster Akwasi Asante, Esq., Deputy Chief Executive of DVLA, said, “The operation of Ultra Centres by DVLA in partnership with the private sector falls within the vision of DVLA to bring world-class services closer to the people. The Authority recognizes the need to decentralize its services to the people with the view to certify every driver who sits behind the steering wheel after ensuring that they meet all requirements for certification and issuance of a driver’s licence. In view of this, I want to urge the general public to approach any of our offices including the Ultra Centres for driver licence acquisition with ease.”

Alok Singhal, Head- Sub-Saharan Africa, VFS Global, added, “With the Ultra Centre for Licensing and Vehicle Registration in Accra, we are confident of delivering applicants with a world-class service experience, by leveraging on our global experience of providing transparent and scalable solutions in the citizen services space. The conveniently located Centre will offer a more personalised experience and is equipped to handle higher application volumes with expedited processing times.”

Key services at the Ultra Centre will include:

Driver’s Licence Renewal
Replacement of Licenses
Amendment of records
Missing Licence
International Driving Permit
Foreign License Conversion
Vehicle Registration
International Vehicle Permit

How to apply for a Licensing and Vehicle Registration service online:

Visit http://www.dvla.gov.gh/ and select 'Individual' or 'Business' (for corporates).
Fill in the required fields to create an online service account with DVLA.
Log into your DVLA account and select any of the services listed.
Receive an online invoice for the chosen service and proceed to the service centre.

VFS Global

As the global leader in trusted technology services, empowering secure mobility for governments and citizens, VFS Global embraces technological innovation including Generative AI to support governments and diplomatic missions worldwide. The company manages non-judgmental and administrative tasks related to applications for visa, passport, and consular services for its client governments, increasing productivity and enabling them to focus entirely on the critical task of assessment.

With a responsible approach to technology development, adoption and integration, the company prioritizes ethical practices and sustainability while serving as the trusted partner to 69 client governments. Operating over 3,900 Application Centres in 165 countries, VFS Global has efficiently processed more than 473 million applications since 2001.

Headquartered in Zurich and Dubai and majority owned through investment funds managed by Blackstone Inc, along with minority stakeholders including Swiss-based Kuoni and Hugentobler Foundation.

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