Ok guy's before you can learn to drive a car, moped or motorcycle you must apply for a provisional driving licence. If you already hold a valid full driving licence and want to learn to drive larger vehicles, minibuses or HGV you will need to apply for provisional entitlement for these vehicles so what you waiting for go on get one today!

Do you know you can apply up to 2 months before your 17th birthday!

Check out the costs here!

To apply online for a licence you must 

meet the minimum age requirement. are a resident of Great Britain
can meet the minimum eyesight requirement
are currently not prevented from driving for any reason
have a valid UK passport or another form of identity
can pay £50.00 by Mastercard, Visa, Maestro, Electron, Delta or Solo debit or credit card
can provide addresses of where you have lived over the last three years

Apply online

Do it now ! You can apply for your first provisional driving licence for a car, moped or motorcycle using the DVLA secure and easy to use online service. Click here.

Apply in person or by post (snail mail)

You can apply for your provisional driving licence by completing 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 or you may be able to use the premium checking service.

When to expect your licence

DVLA aims to deliver your driving licence to you within three weeks of receiving your application. It will take longer if your health or personal details have to be checked.

When your licence is issued it will now have a number of added security features. One of the main differences being a laser engraved black and white photograph.

You will need to wait for your new licence to arrive before driving. Please allow at least three weeks for your licence to arrive before contacting DVLA.