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Get My Driving Licence

Get your first provisional driving licence for a car, motorbike, moped or other vehicle from DVLA online. To apply you must:

  • Be at least 15 years and 9 months old

  • Be able to read a number plate from 20 meters away

  • Have been given permission to live in Great Britain (England, Scotland and Wales for at least 185 days

It costs £34 when you apply online.

Before you start you'll need:

  • an identity document, such as a passport

  • addresses where you have lived for up to the last 3 years

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You might be asked for additional information, such as your National Insurance number if you know it​

You'll get a confirmation email from DVLA after you've applied.

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Your licence should arrive within one week if you apply online. It may take longer if DVLA need to make additional checks.

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External link to apply to DVLA for your provisional driving licence

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Apply by post

Complete form D1 'Application for a driving licence' available from DVLA form ordering service or most Post Offices.

​External link DVLA form ordering service

Send your application to the address on the form, along with a cheque or postal order for £43.

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