Operating Passenger Transport by Motorcycles for a Fee Is Illegal

The following statement was issued by the General Directorate of Land and Sea Transport:

"The General Directorate of Land and Sea Transport affirms that operating passenger transport activities via motorcycles in exchange for payment is not authorized to date, and that practicing this activity violates current laws and regulations.

The Directorate clarifies that allowing this activity requires establishing a legal and regulatory framework that defines licensing and operational conditions, ensuring compliance with public safety requirements and the protection of passengers and other road users, especially given the lack of suitable infrastructure to secure safe routes.

The Directorate also notes that providing this service outside the licensing framework undermines equal opportunities in the passenger transport sector, as it allows paid operations without adhering to the legal and regulatory obligations binding licensed operators.

Therefore, the Directorate calls for refraining from practicing this activity, out of concern for public safety and respect for prevailing laws and regulations."