Santo Domingo – The Dominican Republic’s General Directorate of Internal Taxes (DGII) has implemented a dual deadline system for vehicle circulation tax renewals, creating distinct timelines for online versus in-person processing. Digital renewals through the DGII 360 platform must be completed by Sunday, January 18, while physical renewals at authorized locations remain available until January 31, 2026.
The agency has streamlined the digital process, requiring only national identification numbers (RNC) and vehicle plate information through either the official DGII mobile application or the website www.dgii.gov.do. This convenience comes with a delivery trade-off: online applicants receive their physical stickers within approximately four business days in the capital region and eight days elsewhere, while in-person renewals provide immediate issuance.
Current compliance statistics reveal significant collection numbers alongside substantial outstanding renewals. As of last Friday, approximately 800,000 vehicle owners had yet to renew their permits, despite collections already exceeding 2 billion pesos from compliant citizens. Digital adoption has been notable with over 150,000 vehicles processed online.
The 2025-2026 fiscal period sees expanded eligibility with 2,086,756 vehicles requiring renewal—an increase of 193,732 units from the previous cycle. The DGII projects total collections will reach RD$3,433,806,000 during this annual mobilization of vehicle owners nationwide.
Fee structures remain unchanged from the previous period: RD$1,500 for vehicles manufactured through 2020 and RD$3,000 for those from 2021 onward. Renewal services are available at 47 financial institutions with 856 branches nationwide, plus DGII offices in Montecristi and Samaná.
The agency has established a graduated penalty system for non-compliance: RD$2,000 for missing the January 31, 2026 deadline; RD$2,100 for those who also missed the 2024-2025 period; and RD$3,100 for vehicles outstanding since 2023-2024 or earlier, incorporating administrative fees atop base penalties.