Applying for a provisional driving licence
Before you can learn to drive a car, moped or motorcycle you must apply for a provisional driving licence.
Apply online
You can apply for your first provisional driving licence for a car, moped or motorcycle using the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency's (DVLA) secure and easy to use online service. Click the button below to apply for your first provisional driving license...

*Please note, you cannot use this service if you have previously had a provisional licence.
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.
Click the button below for more information about your photocard and counterpart driving licence





