01

What is a Learner's Licence? Why do I need one?

A Learner’s Licence is a permit that proves that you have basic knowledge of a motor vehicle and the rules of the road, and allows you to drive when you are supervised by a licensed driver. Before you are allowed to drive on your own, you need to get your Learner's Licence. It is obtained by passing a written theory test.

02

When can I apply for my Learners Licence? What requirements do I need to meet?

Code 1: This is for a motor cycle with or without a sidecar, motor tricycle or quadrucycle. You must be 16 years or older on the date of the test in order to apply if the motorcycle’s engine does not exceed 125 cc and 17 years or older if it exceeds 125 cc. Code 2: This is for a motor vehicle, including a minibus, bus or goods vehicle, with a gross vehicle mass not exceeding 3 500kg. You must be 17 years or older on the date of the test in order to apply. Code 3: This is for a motor vehicle with a gross vehicle mass exceeding 3 500kg. You must be 18 years or older on the date of the test in order to apply. You need to have a valid ID document. You need to pass an Eye Test.

03

How long is a learner's licence valid for?

A learner's licence is valid for 24 months.

04

How much time do you have to complete the learner's test?

The test is an hour long, which gives you one minute to answer each question.

05

Will I be able to see my results after writing the test?

Yes, you get your results instantly after clicking submit to end your test.

06

Is a learner driver allowed to drive on the freeway / highway?

Yes. Be sure to maintain any minimum speed requirements, as well as all other freeway rules and the requirement to have a person with you who holds a valid driving licence for that class of vehicle. (This requirement does not apply to a motorcycle.)

07

Can a driver be fined for exceeding a temporary speed limit?

Yes. The temporary version of any regulatory sign - such as a speed limit sign - must be obeyed. Failure to do so is an offence for which the driver can be fined. Yellow temporary signs take precedence over any permanent version that may be situated close by. Usually the permanent version would be covered up to avoid any confusion, though this may not always be the case.

08

Is it legal to drive in the yellow line to allow overtaking?

You may only drive on the left of the yellow line if: it is a two-way road (vehicles travelling in opposite directions, with only one lane on each side of the dividing line), AND it is while being overtaken, AND it is between sunrise and sunset, AND you can do so safely, AND visibility is good for 150 metres ahead.