Learning to Drive… UK driving age limits & legalities

Experience Driving suggests the easiest way to apply for your first provisional licence is to do it online through the DVLA website – click here. You can also apply for a provisional licence by obtaining a D1 form from the DVLA or a local participating Post Office. D1 form applications still require supporting identity documents but can be paid for over the counter at your Post Office.

In order to qualify for a UK provisional licence you must:

• Be a resident of Great Britain
• Meet the minimum age requirements
• Meet the minimum eyesight standards
• Not be prevented from driving for any reason (medical or legal)
• Have a valid UK passport or other suitable official form of identity
• Be able to provide a verifiable series of addresses for the last three years