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 next step is to take the theory test. This is made up of two parts: multiple choice and hazard perception. Both need to be passed for you to get your theory test pass certificate. Only once you have passed this can you apply for a practical driving 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.
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