Learning To Drive

Before you start learning to drive you must have a Provisional Licence. Normally, for car drivers, you can apply for your provisional driving licence up to three months before your 17th birthday. It will however only become valid on your 17th birthday. (So, if you apply for your provisional driving licence before you are 17 you will still have to wait until your birthday before you can take your theory test). If you are receiving Disability Living Allowance at the higher rate your provisional driving licence will come into effect when you are 16. The same rule applies here aswell, you can apply for your provisional driving licence up to three months before your 16th birthday. You can apply for your first provisional driving licence for a car using the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency`s (DVLA) secure and easy to use online service. To apply for your first provisional licence click here. If you want to apply in person or by post complete the D1 application form that is available from the DVLA form ordering service or Post Office® branches. You will also need to enclose original documentation confirming your identity, a passport style colour photograph and the fee of £50.00. Send your completed application and payment to DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1AD. To order a provisional driving licence application form click here. What's next? Learning to drive! BEWARE OF ILLEGAL INSTRUCTORS