1. Check you're allowed to drive

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Most people can start learning to drive when they’re 17.

1. Check what age you can drive

2. Requirements for driving legally

3. Driving eyesight rules

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2. Get a provisional licence

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1. Apply for your first provisional driving licence £34 to £43

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3. Driving lessons and practice

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You need a provisional driving licence to take lessons or practice.

1. The Highway Code

2. Taking driving lessons

3. Find driving schools, lessons and instructors

4. Practise vehicle safety questions

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4. Prepare for your theory test

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1. Theory test revision and practice

2. Take a practice theory test

3. Theory and hazard perception test app

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5. Book and manage your driving test

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You must pass your theory test before you can book your driving test.

1. Book your driving test £62 to £75

2. What to take to your test

3. Change your driving test appointment

4. Check your driving test appointment details

5. Cancel your driving test

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6. When you pass

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You can start driving as soon as you pass your driving test.

You must have an insurance policy that allows you to drive without supervision.