
Before you can learn to drive a car, moped or motorcycle you must apply for a provisional driving licence.
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.
You can apply for your first British provisional driving licence online if you:
* are a resident of Great Britain
* can meet the minimum age requirement
* can meet the minimum eyesight requirement
* are currently not prevented from driving for any reason
* can pay £45.00 by Mastercard, Visa, Maestro, Electron, Delta or Solo debit or credit card
* have a valid UK passport or another form of identity
*can provide addresses of where you have lived over the last three years
Important
For your security and protection, during your online application DVLA will carry out identity checks. This may require you to print, fill in and send a completion form by post and enclose a photograph. In certain circumstances a form of identification is also required.
Apply online here for a provisional licence