Vehicles can now have tint without waiver of no less than 35% light penetration – Walrond

Minister of Home Affairs Oneidge Walrond has announced that with immediate effect, there will be a universal provision for basic tint without waiver, which stipulates that all motor vehicles will now be allowed tint with no less than 35% light penetration.

This applies across the board and does not require any tint waiver. However, restricted waivers for high security categories will be introduced. Categories one and two will apply strictly to diplomats, government officials, high profile security related persons, and other specific categories expressly approved by the Minister of Home Affairs.

She said this decision was made having conducted a comprehensive evaluation of the system, and following consultations with the Guyana Police Force and other technical experts.

Additionally, she said it was in the interest of equity and to eliminate administrative delays.

The minister noted that the current legislation governing tint waivers will be amended to reflect and legalise these new measures.

“All motor vehicle owners and operators are required to comply fully with these revised tint regulations. These changes are intended to bring predictability, equity, and fairness to the long-standing issue of tint management. Failure to comply will result in the application of prescribed fines and charges under the relevant traffic and enforcement regulations,” Walrond said.

To support an orderly transition, motor vehicle operators are granted a compliance period up to December 31, 2025. After this date, the Guyana Police Force will commence aggressive nationwide enforcement operations.