The Regional Transport Office (RTO) in Visakhapatnam comes under the Transport Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh. It handles important transport-related functions such as vehicle registration, driving licence services, permits, fitness-related work, road-tax matters and maintenance of vehicle and driver records.

An important point for applicants is that Visakhapatnam is associated with multiple registration code series — AP-31, AP-32, AP-33 and AP-34. The current Andhra Pradesh Transport Department directory also lists Visakhapatnam RTO-1, Visakhapatnam RTO-2 and Gajuwaka RTO separately. Therefore, applicants should confirm the concerned registering authority before visiting an office.

Quick Information

Information	Details
RTO Office	Visakhapatnam RTO-1 / RTO-2; Gajuwaka RTO is also listed separately
RTO Code	Visakhapatnam registration series: AP-31, AP-32, AP-33 and AP-34
State	Andhra Pradesh
District/City	Visakhapatnam
Area/Jurisdiction	Depends on the particular registering authority
Address	See the verified office details below
Phone Number	0891-2559777 for Visakhapatnam RTO-1/RTO-2
Email	rto1_visakhapatnam@aptransport.org is listed for both RTO-1 and RTO-2
Office Timings	Exact current public-service timings are not clearly published in the current official RTO directory; verify before visiting
Official Website	https://aptransport.org/
Online Transport Portal	https://parivahan.gov.in/

The Andhra Pradesh Transport Department’s current directory lists Visakhapatnam RTO-1 with office number 0891-2559777, mobile 9848528663 and email rto1_visakhapatnam@aptransport.org. RTO-2 is listed with the same landline and the same email, while its separate mobile number is not shown in that directory.

RTO Visakhapatnam Address

There is an important distinction between the different transport offices in Visakhapatnam.

The current Andhra Pradesh Transport Department’s district page specifically lists the following RTO office:

RTO Office, Gajuwaka
Gajuwaka, Srinagar, Visakhapatnam District, Andhra Pradesh

The same government page identifies Gajuwaka and Pedagantyada under this RTO office’s jurisdiction.

For Visakhapatnam RTO-1 and RTO-2, the current official RTO contact directory gives their names and contact details but does not provide a complete street address. Because of this, an exact street address from third-party RTO websites should not be treated as an official address.

Applicants going specifically to Visakhapatnam RTO-1 or RTO-2 should therefore confirm the current office location with the Andhra Pradesh Transport Department before travelling.

RTO Visakhapatnam Contact Number

The official Andhra Pradesh Transport Department directory currently provides the following contact details:

Office	Office Phone	Mobile	Email
Visakhapatnam RTO-1	0891-2559777	9848528663	rto1_visakhapatnam@aptransport.org
Visakhapatnam RTO-2	0891-2559777	Not listed separately in current directory	rto1_visakhapatnam@aptransport.org
Gajuwaka RTO	0891-2744959	9848528308	rto_gajuwaka@aptransport.org

These details come from the Andhra Pradesh Transport Department’s RTO directory.

The department’s newer directory also lists separate mobile numbers for Visakhapatnam RTO-1 and RTO-2: 9281607042 and 9281607043, respectively. Since the two official directory pages contain different contact information, applicants should verify the current number before relying on it for an urgent visit.

RTO Visakhapatnam Timings

The current official Andhra Pradesh Transport Department RTO directory does not clearly publish a single public-service timing for Visakhapatnam RTO-1 and RTO-2.

Timings can also differ depending on the service, appointment, test or working day. Therefore, it is better to check the Andhra Pradesh Transport Department or the relevant Parivahan service before visiting.

Do not rely on an old or third-party listing for exact RTO Visakhapatnam timings without confirming it.

RTO Visakhapatnam Code

The Andhra Pradesh Transport Department’s official registration-code page lists Visakhapatnam under code numbers 31, 32, 33 and 34. In vehicle registration numbers, these appear with the state prefix AP.

Therefore, it is not accurate to describe the entire Visakhapatnam transport area as having only one current RTO code.

An illustrative registration number could look like:

AP 32 XX 1234

This is only an example of the registration-number format and does not indicate that every vehicle registered in Visakhapatnam uses AP-32.

Areas Covered by Visakhapatnam RTO

Jurisdiction depends on the particular transport office and registering authority.

The current Andhra Pradesh Transport Department district information identifies areas including:

• Gajuwaka
• Pedagantyada
• Anandapuram
• Padmanabham
• Bheemunipatnam
• Visakhapatnam Rural
• Maharani Peta
• Gopalapatnam
• Mulagada
• Seethammadhara
• Pendurthi

However, the department’s page separates these areas among different transport offices and administrative authorities.

The official department should be consulted if you are unsure which RTO is responsible for your particular locality, especially because administrative boundaries and office responsibilities can change.

Services Available at Visakhapatnam RTO

The Transport Department operates RTOs for various vehicle and driver-related functions. Depending on the office and transaction, services can include:

• New vehicle registration
• Registration Certificate (RC) services
• Transfer of vehicle ownership
• Duplicate RC
• Change of address in vehicle records
• Hypothecation addition or termination
• Driving Licence services
• Learner’s Licence services
• Permanent Driving Licence
• Driving test-related services
• DL renewal
• Duplicate Driving Licence
• Addition of vehicle class
• No Objection Certificate (NOC)
• Vehicle fitness-related services
• Permit-related services
• Road tax-related services
• Other prescribed vehicle and transport transactions

The Andhra Pradesh Transport Department states that its RTO network provides services relating to licences, registrations and permits.

Not every service is necessarily completed at every office. The designated office and procedure can depend on the applicant’s transaction and vehicle category.

Driving Licence Services at Visakhapatnam RTO

Driving Licence-related work is one of the major functions of the transport administration.

Depending on the application, services may include:

• Learner’s Licence
• Permanent Driving Licence
• Driving test
• Driving Licence renewal
• Duplicate Driving Licence
• Change of address
• Addition of a vehicle class
• Other licence-related services

Many Driving Licence applications can be started online through the Sarathi/Parivahan system. However, online application does not always mean that an applicant can complete the entire process without visiting an office.

A physical visit may be required for activities such as:

• Document verification
• Biometric authentication
• Photograph/signature-related formalities
• Driving test
• Other service-specific requirements

The Andhra Pradesh Transport Department also provides online-oriented services and has historically supported driving-test and learner-licence slot booking facilities.

Vehicle Registration Services

Visakhapatnam’s transport offices also deal with vehicle-registration-related matters.

Common services include:

New Vehicle Registration

A newly purchased vehicle must be registered with the appropriate registering authority. Dealers may handle parts of the registration process, while additional requirements can apply depending on the vehicle and transaction.

Registration Certificate Services

Vehicle owners may need RTO services for:

• RC issuance
• Duplicate RC
• Change of address
• Ownership transfer
• Vehicle record updates
• Hypothecation-related transactions
• Re-registration, where applicable

The exact process depends on the transaction and vehicle category.

Hypothecation Services

When a vehicle is financed, the financier’s interest may be recorded in the vehicle registration record. On completion of the loan, the owner may need to apply for termination of hypothecation according to the applicable procedure.

Learner’s Licence

A person applying for a Learner’s Licence can generally begin the process online through the official Parivahan/Sarathi system.

The broad process is:

1. Visit the official Parivahan portal.
2. Select the appropriate Driving Licence-related service.
3. Enter the applicant’s details.
4. Upload or provide the required documents.
5. Pay the applicable fee.
6. Complete the required learner’s test or other formalities.
7. Visit the designated centre if the service requires physical verification or another in-person step.

The exact steps, appointment requirements and authentication method can vary depending on the service and the rules applicable in Andhra Pradesh.

Driving Test at Visakhapatnam RTO

A driving test may be required when applying for a permanent Driving Licence or adding a vehicle class, depending on the service.

Applicants should:

• Carry the required original documents.
• Keep the application or appointment details available.
• Arrive at the designated location at the allotted time.
• Use a vehicle appropriate for the relevant vehicle category where required.
• Follow the instructions of the testing authority.

The exact test track, route and appointment procedure should be confirmed through the official portal. This article does not specify a particular test route because the current official Visakhapatnam RTO information does not provide enough reliable detail to do so.

Vehicle Ownership Transfer

When a registered vehicle is sold or ownership otherwise changes, the vehicle record needs to be updated through the prescribed ownership-transfer procedure.

Commonly required documents can include:

• Registration Certificate
• Prescribed transfer forms
• Identity proof
• Address proof
• Valid vehicle insurance
• PUC certificate, where applicable
• Applicable fee and tax payment details
• Other transaction-specific documents

For a normal vehicle sale, the Parivahan information identifies Form 29 and Form 30 among the relevant transfer documents. Additional documents can apply in cases such as transfer after the owner’s death or a government/public auction.

Because requirements can vary according to the transaction, applicants should check the applicable service on the official portal before visiting the RTO.

RTO Visakhapatnam Fees

There is no single fixed Visakhapatnam RTO fee. The amount depends on the service being requested.

Fees can vary according to factors such as:

• Driving Licence service
• Learner’s Licence
• Vehicle registration
• Vehicle category
• Ownership transfer
• Duplicate RC
• Hypothecation-related service
• Permit
• Fitness certificate
• Road tax
• Other applicable government charges

For this reason, an artificial fee table with old amounts can be misleading.

Applicants should check the applicable fee shown on the official Parivahan or Andhra Pradesh Transport Department system while submitting the relevant application.

Documents Required at Visakhapatnam RTO

Documents depend on the particular service. Commonly requested documents can include:

• Aadhaar or another accepted identity proof
• Address proof
• Age/date-of-birth proof, where applicable
• Passport-size photographs, where applicable
• Learner’s Licence
• Existing Driving Licence
• Registration Certificate
• Vehicle insurance
• PUC certificate, where applicable
• Sale or transfer documents
• Prescribed application forms
• Fee/tax payment details
• Other service-specific documents

Applicants should check the exact document list for their transaction before visiting the office.

Online RTO Services in Visakhapatnam

Andhra Pradesh Transport Department

The Andhra Pradesh Transport Department is the relevant state government department for transport and RTO-related administration in the state.

Official Website: https://aptransport.org/

The department’s website provides information about RTO offices, contacts, registration-related matters and transport services. Its current RTO directory lists Visakhapatnam RTO-1, RTO-2 and Gajuwaka separately.

Parivahan Sewa

Official Website: https://parivahan.gov.in/

Parivahan Sewa is the central transport portal of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), Government of India.

Depending on the service and state configuration, applicants can use online systems for services relating to:

• Driving Licence
• Learner’s Licence
• Vehicle registration
• RC-related services
• Ownership transfer
• NOC
• Vehicle-related applications
• Application and appointment status
• Other transport services

The current VAHAN system lists Andhra Pradesh among the states with online vehicle services, while the wider Parivahan ecosystem provides Sarathi services for Driving Licence-related transactions.

How to Contact Visakhapatnam RTO

For Visakhapatnam RTO-1 and RTO-2, the current official department directory provides:

• RTO: Visakhapatnam RTO-1 / RTO-2
• Office phone: 0891-2559777
• RTO-1 mobile: 9848528663
• Email: rto1_visakhapatnam@aptransport.org
• State department: Andhra Pradesh Transport Department

For Gajuwaka RTO:

• RTO Code: Listed within the Visakhapatnam registration series
• Office phone: 0891-2744959
• Mobile: 9848528308
• Email: rto_gajuwaka@aptransport.org
• Address: Gajuwaka, Srinagar, Visakhapatnam District, Andhra Pradesh

Because the department’s current contact pages contain some differences in mobile numbers and do not provide a complete street address for RTO-1/RTO-2, it is advisable to verify the details on the official website before travelling.

Why Is Visakhapatnam RTO Important?

The Visakhapatnam transport administration plays an important role in maintaining vehicle and driver-related records for the area. Registration-related work helps establish the official record of vehicles operating under the applicable registering authority.

The RTO system also supports Driving Licence administration, including learner and permanent licence processes and other licence-related services.

Vehicle ownership transfers, RC updates, permits, fitness-related work and applicable tax or regulatory functions are also part of the wider transport administration. These services help keep vehicle and driver records updated and support compliance with motor-vehicle regulations.

For residents and vehicle owners in Visakhapatnam, identifying the correct RTO or transport office before applying can help avoid unnecessary visits, particularly because the city has multiple transport offices and registration-code series.

FAQs

1. What is the RTO code of Visakhapatnam?

The Andhra Pradesh Transport Department’s official registration-code page lists 31, 32, 33 and 34 for the Visakhapatnam registration area. Therefore, Visakhapatnam does not have just one registration code.

2. Where is the Visakhapatnam RTO office located?

The current official department page specifically lists the Gajuwaka RTO at Gajuwaka, Srinagar, Visakhapatnam District. The current RTO directory separately lists Visakhapatnam RTO-1 and RTO-2 but does not provide their complete street address.

3. What is the Visakhapatnam RTO phone number?

The official Andhra Pradesh Transport Department directory lists 0891-2559777 for both Visakhapatnam RTO-1 and RTO-2. Gajuwaka RTO is listed at 0891-2744959.

4. What is the official website of Visakhapatnam RTO?

Visakhapatnam RTO comes under the Andhra Pradesh Transport Department. Its official website is aptransport.org. Applicants can also use Parivahan Sewa for applicable centralised online transport services.

5. What services are available at Visakhapatnam RTO?

Depending on the concerned office and transaction, services can include vehicle registration and RC work, Driving Licence services, ownership transfer, NOC, permits, fitness-related work and other transport services. The exact service availability should be confirmed for the particular office.

6. Can I access Visakhapatnam RTO services online?

Yes. Many vehicle and Driving Licence-related processes can be initiated or completed online through Parivahan’s Vahan and Sarathi systems, depending on the service and Andhra Pradesh’s current configuration. Some transactions may still require an in-person visit for verification, biometrics, testing or other formalities.