With the implementation of new laws governing tinted motor vehicles imminent, motorists are being urged to visit any police station to have their vehicles tested for compliance. Inspector Marvin Forde, stationed at the Ruimveldt Police Station, emphasized the importance of adhering to these regulations during a recent episode of the ‘Road Safety and You’ programme.
“You can bring your vehicle to various stations and have it tested for the right level of tint. Every station is being issued a tint meter, so you can take your vehicle there; as long as you meet the requirements, you’re good to go,” Forde said.
According to the Motor Vehicles and Road Traffic (Tint) Regulations 2026, motorists have until March 30, 2026, to ensure their vehicles meet legal requirements. After this date, full enforcement will commence, with non-compliance attracting fines and other penalties.
Under the new regulations, the following rules will apply:
- Front Windscreen: No tint is permitted, except for a visor that must not exceed six inches from the top if the windscreen is less than three feet tall, or ten inches if it is three feet or taller.
- Front Side Windows: Minimum visible light transmission (VLT) of 25 percent.
- Rear Side Windows and Rear Windscreen: Minimum VLT of 20 percent.
Drivers operating vehicles with tints darker than the prescribed limits will face a penalty of $30,000. The same fine applies to any individual applying tint that exceeds the allowable levels.
Tint inspections will be conducted using calibrated tint meters provided by the Guyana National Bureau of Standards (GNBS), and readings obtained from these devices will be admissible in court proceedings, ensuring that enforcement is both fair and standardized.
Motorists are encouraged to take advantage of the testing services available at police stations to avoid penalties and ensure compliance with the new laws.
