Driving Licence Applications
Driving Licence Applications Before you drive, you must meet the minimum driving age, minimum eyesight rules & have the correct licence.
How to Apply for a UK Provisional Driving Licence
To begin with, We recommend that you order your provisional Driving Licence Applications from the Post Office. However, there are many false websites out there charging you the earth.
If you have not held a driving license before you must complete a:
D1 Application for an ordinary driving licence.
In addition, Forms D1 along with an information leaflet INF1D can be ordered online.
From www.direct.gov.uk/motoring . Alternatively they are available from Post Office branches, Traffic Area Offices, DVLA or any of its local offices.
Use forms D1 to obtain:
ULL Licence
Duplicate Licence
New licence after losing it for health reasons
New Licence after being disqualified
Renew your Licence
Remove out of date endorsements or suspension details
Exchange your Licence
You may apply online for a first British provisional driving licence if you:
Firstly, are a resident of Great Britain
Secondly, you can meet the minimum age requirement
Thirdly, Can meet the minimum eyesight requirement?
Also, are you currently not prevented from driving for any reason?
Next you need to pay £50.00 by MasterCard, Visa, Maestro, Electron, Delta or Solo debit or credit card
In addition, Do you have a valid UK passport or another form of identity
Lastly Can you provide addresses of where you have lived over the last three years
Medical conditions when applying for a UK driving licence
Health and Medical conditions information: https://www.gov.uk/driving-medical-conditions
DVLA aim to deliver your driving licence to you within three weeks of receiving your application. It might take longer if DVLA have to check on your health or personal details.