Ireland - Learner Driver Permit

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Procedure

1. To apply for learner driver license, visit your nearest NDLS centres which is in the following list : NDLS Office Locations
2. Fill in the following application form : Application Form
3. A completed NDLS Eyesight report form D502 dated within one month of application.
4. A Theory Test certificate which must be issued within two years of the date of application.
5. A completed NDLS Medical report form dated within one month of application if required in your case. More information on medical report More info.
6. Make sure you have all the above mentioned documents and the ones that are listed under "Required Documents" section.
7. Your willl be provided with a learner driver permit.
   
   

You could also book an appointment with the NDLS before visiting them : NDLS Book Appointment

For more information, please use this link of NDLS : More Info

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Required Documents

New applicants particularly the 17-20 year old may be able to provide the following to serve as their evidence of address:

• Letter headed correspondence with their secondary school or 3rd level training institute (Date of correspondence must be clearly shown)
• Correspondence from SUSI/CAO
• Correspondence from a bank/credit union
• Correspondence from a government body
• Documents that are required in verification of your identity : Identity Verification Documents

Office Locations & Contacts

Office locations of NDLS centers : NDLS Office Locations
Opening hours and other information  : Opening Hours

Eligibility

• To apply for a learner permit you must be able to demonstrate that you are normally resident in Ireland;
• You can apply for a learner permit up to three months before its expiry date.

Fees

The appropriate fee, 35.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

Application form to Use : Application Form
NDLS Eye Report : NDLS Eyesight report form D502
NDLS Medical Report : NDLS Medical report form

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Instructions

• If your learner permit has expired for five years or more you must start the application process afresh and take a driver theory test, mandatory driving lessons and a driving test.

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