Iran Allows Women to Obtain Motorcycle and Scooter Licenses After Years of Debate
February 4, 20263 AufrufeLesezeit: 2 Minuten
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Iran has officially permitted women to acquire licenses for motorcycles and scooters, a decision seen as a significant advancement in mobility rights. This change follows the signing of a decree by the First Vice President, mandating the traffic police to issue licenses to women and provide practical training programs.
Training and Testing Under Female Supervision
Authorities have stated that training and testing will be conducted under the supervision of qualified female instructors, as part of measures aimed at facilitating women's access to licenses and ensuring they are prepared to drive according to recognized safety standards.
Ending Long-Standing Administrative Restrictions
While there was no explicit legal ban, women's access to these licenses had been severely limited by strict administrative interpretations, excluding many from legal and insurance protections and, in some cases, leading to significant financial burdens in the event of accidents.
A Step Towards Promoting Mobility Freedom and Traffic Safety
Government officials, including the Office of the Vice President for Women and Family Affairs, confirmed that this decision not only aims to expand women's mobility rights but also contributes to reducing traffic congestion and enhancing road safety through the regulation of motorcycle and scooter use.
Immediate Implementation Following Organizational Preparations
The Vice President for Women’s Affairs announced that technical and administrative preparations are complete, enabling the immediate commencement of training courses and the issuance of licenses after years of advocacy from activists and civil society organizations.
Empowering Women's Presence in the Transportation Sector
This decision represents a new step toward increasing the participation of Iranian women in transportation and public life, providing a legal and institutional framework that allows them to exercise this right in a safe and organized manner.
