Getting Started
Driver Theory Test
First and foremost apply to the Driver Theory Test Centre to sit your Driver Theory Test. Please see below for contact details. This is a test whereby you will be asked questions on the rules of the road etc. on a computer.
You can get a list of all the questions in the Official Driving Theory Test book or CD-ROM available in any good bookstore or on the internet.
Apply online: www.dtts.ie or Phone: 1890 606 106
Learner's Permit
When you have passed your theory test you can now apply for your Learner's Permit. You will need this learners permit to legally drive on the road. Applications for the learner permit can be sought at NDLS Office or at your local Garda Station.
The information you need will be written on the back of your application form with a checklist. These are:
- Your theory test pass certificate.
- The fee.
- The completed application form.
- An eyesight report (Form D502) from your GP or your optician, and a medical report (Form D501) (if applicable).
After you have did this you will be issued with a receipt of application. Note: This is not a learner permit and should not be taken as such. You should receive your permit within 10 days.
Now that you have received your learner's permit you are ready to start taking driving lessons.
Applying for your Driving Test
When applying for your Driving Test there are a few things you need to know:
- You must have held your first Learner Permit for six months or more on the day of your test.
- Completed all 12 EDT lessons (learner permits obtained on or after 4th of April 2011)
- If the learner permit is under six months, your examiner will not conduct the test, you will also lose your test fee and will have to re-apply for your test.
- You must be insured to drive the vehicle in which you are driving the day of your test.
- If you do not own a car, we can rent the driving school car to you on the day of your test.
Once you have completed your driving lessons and you feel you're driving is now at a competent standard, then it's time to apply for your driving test.
Please see below for ways in which to apply:
- You can apply online at www.drivingtest.ie
Or
- You can pick up the application form from your local Garda station / tax office or library.
The waiting time for the driving test is approximately 8 to 12 weeks depending on the area you wish to be tested, although you are not guaranteed to get the area you want. When you get your test date, be sure to book your pre-test course early, to ensure availability.
Note: there might be a cancellation and you could get a test date sooner than you expected so bear that in mind.
