The Dominican Confederation of Tourist Taxi Drivers (Codotatur) has announced plans to stage street protests in response to the National Institute of Transit and Land Transportation (Intrant) granting tourist licenses to drivers allegedly operating illegally in Arroyo Barril (Samaná) and Bayahibe (La Romana). Codotatur president Santiago Zamora accused Intrant of violating Law 63-17 by issuing these licenses without adhering to the legally mandated procedures. He claimed that the institution bypassed proper protocols to favor undisclosed interests tied to its director. This week, the union intends to file a formal complaint against the decision, which they argue jeopardizes the livelihoods of long-standing licensed drivers. Zamora emphasized that Codotatur members have been operating for over four decades, paying taxes, complying with regulations, and delivering safe, high-quality services. Despite submitting all necessary documentation for license renewals more than three years ago, they have yet to receive their licenses, while so-called ‘pirate’ drivers have allegedly been granted permits. Zamora also highlighted the contradiction between the Ministry of Tourism’s crackdown on unlicensed taxis and Intrant’s alleged support for them. Codotatur has alerted its members and is prepared to block major tourist routes if their demands are not met.