In South Africa it is compulsory to have a learners licence before learning how to drive. You may either apply for a Light Motor vehicle (LMV), Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) or motorcycle licence. The LMV and HMV are commonly known as code 8 and code 10 or code 14, respectively. See “Our Rides” for descriptions. In order to obtain the learner’s licence you need to pass a multiple choice questionnaire. At Easy Way Driving School we provide our clients with study material in order to better prepare them for the actual test at the Traffic Department. Even if you cannot read or write we have friendly staff that can assist in the preparation of an oral test.
In order to book for the LMV learner’s licence test you need:
To be at least 17 years old. Proof of residence (Postal and Physical) Have a valid South African Identity Document (ID) or passport. Foreigners must obtain a traffic registration number from the Traffic Department. To complete the Learner’s Licence application form (available from the Traffic Department). To pass the eye test (done at the Traffic Department). 2x ID photos. 1x ID copy R150 to pay for the booking at the Traffic Department and R60 for the issue fee. In order to book for the motorcycle learner’s licence test you need:
To be at least 18 years old. Proof of residence (Postal and Physical) Have a valid South African Identity Document (ID) or passport. Foreigners must obtain a traffic registration number from the Traffic Department. To complete the Learner’s Licence application form (available from the Traffic Department). To pass the eye test (done at the Traffic Department). 2x ID photos 1x ID copy R150 to pay for the booking at the Traffic Department and R60 for the issue fee.In order to book for the LMV learner’s licence test you need:
To be at least 16 years old. Proof of residence (Postal and Physical) Have a valid South African Identity Document (ID) or passport. Foreigners must obtain a traffic registration number from the Traffic Department. To complete the Learner’s Licence application form (available from the Traffic Department). To pass the eye test (done at the Traffic Department). 2x ID photos 1x ID copy R150 to pay for the booking at the Traffic Department and R60 for the issue fee.
