Applying For A Licence

Provisional Licence

Before you can start learning to drive, you must apply for a provisional licence.

You can apply for your provisional licence either online or in person at your local post office.

To apply online for your provisional driving licence go to GOV.UK. Alternatively, you can apply for your provisional licence by completing the D1 application form, available at your local Post Office.

Full Driving Licence

Once you’ve passed your practical driving test, you can apply for a full driving licence and get out on the road! Get in touch with the DVLA to swap your test pass certificate and provisional driving licence for a full licence as soon as possible.

TO APPLY FOR YOUR PROVISIONAL DRIVING LICENCE, YOU NEED TO:

Turn 17 within 3 months (but you need to wait until your birthday before you can drive on the road)
Have a valid proof of identity
Live in the UK
Give all addresses where you’ve lived over the last three years
Be able to read a new-style number plate from 20 metres or an old-style number plate form 20.5 metres
Not be prevented from driving for any reason
Be able to pay £34 by debit or credit card

The DVLA will try to send you your provisional within 3 weeks of receiving your application although it can take longer if your health or personal details have to be checked. In the meantime, brush up on your Highway Code.

Remember – you will need your new licence to arrive prior to driving and will have to give your Instructor a DVSA code which proves your entitlement to drive. For more details click here.