AARTO Demerit Points Simulator
South Africa’s demerit points system starts recording from 1 September 2026. Tick the traffic offences below to see how many demerit points you would carry, how close that is to a licence suspension, and how long it would take to clear.
Reviewed: July 2026
Educational estimate. Points come from AARTO Schedule 3 and can change as the schedule is finalised. Some speeding
points vary by zone (the values shown are for a 60 km/h urban zone). This tool does not access your real record – check
official notices at aarto.co.za or the RTIA.
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Tap the offences above to build your demerit total.
How the demerit system works
- Everyone starts on 0 points. Each offence adds 1 to 6 points once the fine is paid or an enforcement order is issued.
- A full licence is suspended at more than 15 points. A learner’s licence is suspended at more than 6.
- Over the limit means 3 months suspension for every point above the threshold (e.g. 17 points = 6 months).
- Points drop by 1 every 3 months of offence-free driving, until you reach zero.
- Your licence can be suspended twice. A third time and it is cancelled – you start again with a learner’s licence.
Official sources: AARTO Act and Schedule 3, administered by the Road Traffic Infringement Agency (RTIA).
Verify infringement notices and demerit points through official channels; this simulator is a guide only and not legal advice.
Reviewed July 2026.
