Requirements

Below is detailed the basic stages towards getting your driving licence with links to other useful sites and resources. Should you have any questions then please just ask!

Getting your provisional licence

Getting your Provisional Driving Licence is the first step towards your full driving licence. There are certain requirements you need to meet to enable you to successfully apply:

You are a resident of Great Britain
You meet the minimum age requirement
Your eyesight is of the necessary standard
There is no reason why you are being prevented from driving.
You can pay by credit or debit card (for online application)
You have a valid UK passport or another formal form of identity
You can provide addresses of where you have lived over the last three years

The application form (Form D1) can be obtained from the Post Office or you can apply online from the 'Direct Gov' site.

The Theory Test

The theory test is made up of two parts; the multiple choice part and the hazard perception part. You need to pass both parts to pass the theory test. Once you have passed the theory test you can then apply to take your practical driving test.

You can get further details from the Theory test section on the Direct Gov site.

You can also book the theory test online from the booking section on the same site.

Booking your practical test

Ok, you have your theory test out of the way so when your driving has reached a suitable level, you can look to get your practical test booked. How far in advance you'll need to book varies depending on the number of other learners applying at the same time. You should not just go ahead and book the test before checking that a car will be available first!

An 'independent driving' section is now included as part of the practical test during which you will be required to follow signs to a particular location to see how well you deal without direction from your examiner.

There is now more detailed information on Independent Driving here.

Go to the official site for general practical test information or book your practical test online.

View the Official DSA Video