Learning to drive

Image of L Plate Before you can drive a car, you’ll need:

To be 17 years old
A provisional driving licence. You can apply up to three months before your 17th birthday. To get a licence, go to the Post Office, pick up and send off two application forms – a D1 and the new photolicence application form D750.
To book your lessons. You will need your provisional licence before you can take any lessons, although you can book them at any time.
Instruction. We recommend professional instruction, but you can also practise in another vehicle if:

1.  you are accompanied by someone who is at least 21 years of age
2.  they have held a full driving licence for at least three years.
3.  you display ‘L’ plates at the back and front of the car

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