APPLY FOR YOUR PROVISIONAL DRIVING LICENSE

Here are the steps to apply for a provisional driving license in the UK:

1. Check your eligibility:
- You must be at least 15 years and 9 months old
- You must be able to read a number plate from 20 metres away
- You must legally be allowed to live in the UK

2. Gather the required documents:
- Proof of identity (e.g. passport)
- Proof of address (e.g. utility bill)
- National Insurance number (if you know it)

3. Get a passport-style photo:
- This can be a digital photo or a printed photo

4. Go to the official DVLA website and start the online application:
- Visit www.gov.uk/apply-first-provisional-driving-licence

5. Fill out the online application form with your personal details

6. Provide your identity documents and photo

7. Pay the fee (currently £43 for online applications)

8. Submit your application

9. Wait for your provisional licence to arrive:
- It usually takes about one week to arrive by post

Key things to remember:

- You can apply up to 3 months before your 16th birthday, but the licence won't be valid until you turn 16
- You need a provisional licence before you can start learning to drive
- Once you have your provisional, you can start taking driving lessons with a qualified instructor or practice with a supervising driver who meets certain requirements

It's a straightforward process, but make sure you use the official DVLA website to avoid any scams or unnecessary fees.

Citations:
[1] https://readytopass.campaign.gov.uk
[4] https://www.gov.uk/book-driving-test
[5] https://www.yoursurreydrivingschool.co.uk

Preparing for Your Driving Theory Test

To increase your chances of passing the driving theory test, thorough preparation is essential. Here are some recommended steps and resources that you can use to help you ensure that you do well:

Theory Test Study Materials

1. The Highway Code
   - Essential reading for all road users
   - Available online or as a book

2. Driving - The Essential Skills
   - Official guide to driving safely
   - Available as a book

2. AA Highway Code
   - Comprehensive guide to UK road signs
   - Available online or as a book

Theory TEST CENTRES IN AND AROUND SURREY

The main Theory Test centres in the Surrey area, where you can book your theory and hazard perception test.

Guildford Theory Test Centre

​​Address:
Slyfield Industrial Estate, Guildford,
​ GU1 1SA

Staines Theory Test Centre

Address
First Floor, 11-17 Kingston Road,
Staines,
TW18 4QX
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Southwark Theory Test Centre

Address
Second Floor (South), Manor House, 224-236 Walworth Road,
Walworth,
SE17 1JE
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Morden Theory Test Centre

​Address:
​10 Tudor Drive,
Morden,
​SM4 4PE

Slough Theory Test Centre

Address
Brooklands House, Brooklands Business Park, Petersfield Avenue,
Slough,
SL2 5DY

QUESTIONS: How long is a typical driving lesson?
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Answer: Our standard driving lessons are one hour long, but we can arrange longer sessions or intensive courses based on your needs and preferences. However we do not recommend you take a driving lesson of more than 2hrs as concentration starts to waver after this time and thus learning decreases. We would recommend you take atleast a 10 minute break every hour whilst you are learning to drive. This way you can rest, reflect and absorb what you have learnt.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

GET READY TO PASS YOUR DRIVING TEST

Here at Your Surrey Driving School if there was one thing we would recommend you do, to help pass your driving test at the first attempt, it is to take a mock driving test under mock driving test conditions with an unfamiliar instructor who acts as your examiner.

If you suffer from driving test nerves there are some simple steps that can help reduce those driving test butterflies and ensure you are more likey to pass your driving test the first time.

We recommend you visit the governments Ready to Pass Campaign's useful and helpful driving test tips page to learn more about what you need to pass your driving test.

Taking a mock driving test with another driving school or driving instructor under mock test conditions is a sure fire way to help with nerves and first time passess in Surrey.

SURREY DRIVING TEST FACTS

53% OF STUDENTS

FAIL THEIR DRIVING TEST AT THEIR FIRST ATTEMPT*
(NATIONALLY)

SEE THE MOST COMMMON REASONS FOR TEST FAILURES

TESTIMONIALS AND REVIEWS

Thomas 24, Sutton

"Your Surrey Driving School took all the fuss out of learning to drive, my driving instructor really helped me not only to drive quickly and safely, but he also explained how a car simply works which seemed to help with my confidence and control and use of gears.
I can fully recommend this school."

Thank you "Your Surrey Driving School"