Description

A learner’s licence is a provisional licence that certifies that you have a basic knowledge of driving a motor vehicle. Learner’s licence codes are divided into three categories that each has an age specification attached to it.

Code 1: Any motorcycle

• Motorcycle up to 125cc - 16 years old.
• Motorcycle above 125cc - 18 years old.

Code 2: Light motor vehicle

• Light motor vehicle - 17 years old.

Code 3: Any other motor vehicle or combination of motor vehicle -18 years old.

Applicants will not be tested on the day of appointment and the waiting period for a test differs from municipality to municipality.

A learner’s licence is valid for 18 months and cannot be extended.

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Steps to follow

• To apply for a learner's licence you need to complete form (LL1) at your local testing centre.
• Produce acceptable identification and copies thereof as defined by the National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (identity document (ID), temporary ID, South African passport).
• Supply two black and white ID photos.
• You will be required to undergo an eye test at the testing centre.
• Pay the prescribed fee.

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Legal framework

(Documents are provided in PDF format. To open PDF documents, you need to have Adobe Acrobat Reader 4 or higher installed on your computer.)

National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996)

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Service standard

The learner's licence is issued on the same day.

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Cost

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Forms to complete

Application for a learner's licence, LL1, is available at the driver's licence testing station.

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Contact details