Useful Information
You need a provisional licence to undertake any driving tuition (whether paid for or untaken by family). This usually takes about 2 weeks to come through but may vary, so check with the DVLA if necessary.
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 £45.00. Send your completed application and payment to DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1AD or you may be able to use the premium checking service.
Rules for learner drivers
Before you start to drive, you must:
hold a valid, provisional driving licence for Great Britain or Northern Ireland
make sure that any vehicle you drive is roadworthy and properly taxed and insured
It is important to learn safe driving practice from the beginning of your driving career because bad habits are hard to break.
It is unlikely that anyone except an approved driving instructor (ADI) would have the experience, knowledge and training to teach you properly. Learning safe driving habits from the start will improve the safety of yourself and other road users.
If you want to practise your driving with an accompanying driver, the accompanying driver must be over the age of 21 and must have held (and still hold) a full licence for three years.
As a learner driver you must display 'L' plates ('L' or 'D' plates in Wales) in a conspicuous position on the front and rear of the vehicle you are driving.
Our help to you
Any theory help can be given by Carla's Driving School
The Driving School can book either test on your behalf or you can book them independantly
The Driving Standards Agency (who devise all tests) produce 2 excellent books that cover every aspect required for both theory and practical tests. Available from all leading bookshops and websites.
It is personal choice as to how you take your driving lessons:
one hour can be more convenient and 2 hours can be more instructive as you have more concentrated time to master the new discipline - the choice is yours!
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