Learning to Drive – Getting Started
The minimum age to learn to drive is 17, so assuming you are 17 or older the first step is to acquire a provisional driving licence from the DVLA – – which will normally arrive within 2 weeks of the DVLA receiving your application. It can take longer if you need to notify the DVLA about any driving related medical conditions. You also need to read a car number plate from 20.5 metres away (approximately 5 car lengths) using your glasses or contact lenses if you need them. Now you are ready to start driving lessons with a driving instructor. Exciting stuff
