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Dominican Republic vehicle administration and taxation

Overview

The Dominican Republic has seen developments in both land transport management and vehicle-related taxation. The National Land Transport Network (RNTT) reported a 46% increase in vehicle registrations and a 38% increase in driver registrations compared to November 2022, reaching a total of 14,629 registered vehicles and 19,202 drivers. To improve efficiency, the RNTT implemented technological updates, including the Hemicore platform and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology at the Itabo Industrial Park to enhance cargo security and access control.

On October 29, 2026, the General Directorate of Internal Taxes (DGII) implemented new rates for the vehicle circulation tax, or ‘marbete’, under Resolution DDG-AR1-2026-00009. This marks the first rate modification since 2016, intended to account for an accumulated inflation rate of 58.1%. Vehicles manufactured up to 2021 are required to pay RD$2,000, while those manufactured from 2022 onwards must pay RD$4,000. While the DGII linked these updates to the objectives of Law 30-26 to strengthen public revenue, a review of the 62 articles within Law 30-26 revealed no specific provisions for increasing the tax. This finding contradicts previous assertions by Senate President Ricardo de los Santos that the hike was stipulated in the legislation.

Simultaneously, the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and SMEs (MICM) announced fuel price freezes for the week of October 31 to November 6, 2026, supported by RD$1,516.5 million in subsidies. These economic measures have drawn criticism from the Fuerza del Pueblo party and the National Confederation of Transport Organizations (Conatra) regarding the impact on workers' purchasing power. The tax increase has also faced opposition from the Dominican Liberation Party (PLD) and various labor organizations, who argue the measure places an undue burden on households already struggling with high costs for food, electricity, and fuel.

Entities

Dominican Republic · General Directorate of Internal Taxes · DGII · Ricardo de los Santos · CNTT

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 3 SOURCES] The DGII established new vehicle circulation tax rates effective October 29, 2026. diarionoticias.do · mediodigitalrd.com · elpaisdominicano.do
[● 3 SOURCES] Vehicles manufactured up to 2021 will pay RD$2,000. diarionoticias.do · mediodigitalrd.com · elpaisdominicano.do
[● 3 SOURCES] Vehicles manufactured from 2022 onwards will pay RD$4,000. diarionoticias.do · mediodigitalrd.com · elpaisdominicano.do
[● 3 SOURCES] The renewal period for the 2026-2027 cycle ends on January 31, 2027. diarionoticias.do · mediodigitalrd.com · elpaisdominicano.do
[● 2 SOURCES] The tax rates were last modified in 2016. mediodigitalrd.com · elpaisdominicano.do
[● 2 SOURCES] The DGII expects to collect approximately RD$4,700 million during the season. mediodigitalrd.com · elpaisdominicano.do
[● 2 SOURCES] The increase in revenue compared to the previous period is estimated at RD$1,175 million. mediodigitalrd.com · elpaisdominicano.do
[○ 1 SOURCE] Late renewals after the deadline are subject to a RD$2,000 surcharge. diarionoticias.do

Timeline

1 day ago

[BUSINESS] 10 sources
Dominican Republic vehicle tax increase sparks controversy
The Dominican Republic's vehicle tax hike for 2026-2027 has drawn criticism from political groups and citizens, despite government justifications regarding inflation and revenue needs.
3 days ago

[BUSINESS] 110 sources
Dominican Republic implements vehicle tax increases and fuel subsidies
The Dominican Republic has increased vehicle tax (marbete) rates and implemented fuel subsidies to mitigate international price volatility and inflation.
12 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
RNTT reports 46% increase in vehicle registrations
The Dominican Republic's RNTT has grown its vehicle registry by 46% and driver registry by 38% since 2022, implementing new RFID technology and faster verification services.

Sources

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