Government and diplomatic transport in New Zealand operates under a different set of rules than standard corporate services. Security vetting, protocol knowledge, operational redundancy and communication infrastructure are not optional extras — they are baseline requirements for any operator serving Crown agencies, ministerial offices, diplomatic missions and visiting dignitaries.
Security Clearance and Driver Vetting
Driver vetting is the first gate. Drivers serving government clients must undergo Police vetting through the Ministry of Justice, with checks renewed on a schedule that reflects the sensitivity of the work. For diplomatic assignments, security clearance levels may extend to NZSIS liaison. Legacy EPT maintains current vetting records for all drivers assigned to government work.
Protocol Knowledge
Protocol is operational procedure. Transport providers must understand order of precedence, right-of-door protocols, flag protocols for diplomatic missions, secure zone access procedures at airports and Parliament, and motorcade positioning. Legacy EPT maintains Police-vetted drivers across all operational centres, with diplomatic protocol briefings for drivers assigned to MFAT and ministerial work. Contact Legacy EPT to discuss government transport requirements.