Specified Permit (Garage Letter) for Four-Wheeler Vehicles in Addu City – Updated 2025

Anyone managing a vehicle ownership transfer or registering a newly imported four-wheeler in Addu City must obtain the Specified Permit, often referred to as the Garage Letter, as it is always required.

In September 2025, the Ministry of Transport launched a new vehicle-specific format for this permit. Although the format is standardized nationwide, the permit is issued by the respective Town Offices in Addu City (Hithadhoo, Feydhoo, Maradhoo, Maradhoo-Feydhoo, and Hulhudhoo-Meedhoo). Each Town Office adheres to the format but may incorporate minor local variations during verification.

Understanding the Specified Permit (Addu City)

The revised format is issued as a single permit for a specific vehicle, and it must clearly include:

• Vehicle details (plate number, make/model, owner)

• The designated parking plot within a residential property

• No-objection consent from the land or house owner

• Accurate plot size, house name, and property location

This permit is officially known as the “Specified Permit issued for residential land plots.”

Its aim is to ensure that each four-wheeler has a legal, approved, and dedicated parking space before registration or ownership transfer can be finalized.

1. Four-Wheeler Ownership Change (Addu City)

To process an ownership change through Addu City Town Offices, applicants must provide:

• The current Vehicle Registration Certificate

• The vehicle-specific Specified Permit (Garage Letter)

• No-objection confirmation from the landowner

• Any additional documents required by the respective ward office

This ensures the new owner has a legally allocated parking spot within a residential property.

2. New Registration of Imported Four-Wheelers (Addu City)

For the initial registration of imported four-wheelers in Addu City, the requirements include:

• Export Certificate or De-registration Document from the country of origin

• The Specified Permit (Garage Letter) for the designated parking plot

• Valid National ID or business registration

• Third-party insurance

• Roadworthiness requirements where applicable

Registration cannot proceed without the Town Office–approved permit.

Importance of the Specified Permit

Addu City enforces this requirement to ensure:

• Proper management of residential parking

• Reduced congestion within neighborhoods

• Clear identification of where each vehicle will be parked

• Compliance with zoning and residential land-use policies

While the Ministry of Transport sets the national permit format, each Town Office verifies:

• Plot suitability

• Landowner consent

• Measurement accuracy

• Local parking compliance

Small procedural differences may apply depending on the ward.

How Hushihei Assists You

Hushihei ensures a smooth, efficient process by managing all key steps:

• Preparing all documentation required for the vehicle-specific Specified Permit application

• Submitting the application to the relevant Addu City Town Office and collecting the issued permit or response

• Coordinating directly with the correct Town Office (Hithadhoo, Feydhoo, Maradhoo, Maradhoo-Feydhoo, or Hulhudhoo-Meedhoo)

• Managing the full workflow for both ownership changes and new registrations of imported vehicles

• Ensuring full compliance with the Ministry of Transport’s updated 2025 requirements and the local regulations set by each Town Office

With Hushihei, clients save time, avoid paperwork challenges, and complete the process confidently.

Disclaimer

Government offices—including the Ministry of Transport, Addu City Council, and local Town Offices—may revise formats, documents, and procedural requirements at any time, even without prior notice. This article reflects the process as understood at the time of writing. For the latest updates, please consult the relevant authorities or contact Hushihei for current guidance.