Authorities intervene 488 motorcycle taxi stands in nationwide regulation

Santo Domingo.- The National Institute of Transit and Land Transportation and several security agencies reported the results of a nationwide operation aimed at regulating the motorcycle taxi (motoconcho) sector, during which 488 motorcycle taxi stands were inspected across the country between June 3 and June 24.

The operation, carried out in coordination with the National Police, DIGESETT, the General Directorate of Migration, Dicrim, the DNCD, and municipal police forces, focused on inspections, document verification, and background checks of operators as part of efforts to formalize and organize the sector.

According to INTRANT Executive Director Milton Morrison, the initiative seeks to integrate motorcycle taxi drivers into the formal transportation system and improve road safety nationwide. Authorities reported 2,808 registrations, 1,570 inspections, 599 motorcycles impounded, 63 arrests, 414 breathalyzer tests, and the recovery of four public spaces. In addition, six motorcycle taxi stands were closed, two were relocated, and 42 individuals with irregular immigration status were referred to migration authorities.

The operations were conducted in Greater Santo Domingo and several provinces, including Santiago, La Vega, San Francisco de Macorís, San Pedro de Macorís, La Romana, Higüey, San Cristóbal, Baní, and Barahona, among others.

Officials also highlighted growing participation in the motorcycle licensing process. Between March and June 2026, authorities processed 14,888 motorcycle license applications, including 12,331 new licenses. New Category 1 motorcycle licenses increased by 107.5% during the period, rising from 1,843 in March to 3,824 in June, reflecting increased interest among motorcyclists in complying with legal requirements.

INTRANT said it will continue conducting joint operations nationwide to strengthen road safety, formalize motorcycle transportation services, and ensure compliance with Law 63-17 governing transit and land transportation.