Before applying for a driving license, you must have a learner's license.  You can get a learner's license for a motor cycle over 125 CCs, car, minibus, small goods vehicle or for a larger vehicle if you are older than 17 years of age.  You can also get a learner's license for a 50 CC to 125 CC motor cycle if you are 16 years or older.  Once you have a learner's license, you may drive the type of vehicle for which the learner's license is valid. However a licensed driver must accompany you at all times (except on a motor cycle). A learner driver may not carry another person on a motor cycle.

To apply for a learner's license you need to complete the Application form for learner licences (LL1) at your local testing centre. You need to supply two identical black and white or colour photographs, produce your ID and pay the required fee.

Before the learner's license is issued you must pass the learner's test which examines your knowledge of the rules of the road, the road traffic signs, and the controls of a motor vehicle. You must also undergo an eye test.

Study materials to help you prepare for the learner's license test are available at shops.

A learner's license is valid for 18 months.