Driving Licence
Explore all aspects of obtaining a driving license in South Africa. From application steps to understanding various license codes, our detailed guides simplify the process. Whether you're a first-time applicant, upgrading your license, or renewing, we provide the information you need to make it straightforward and hassle-free.
What to Do If You Fail Your Driving Test in South Africa
Failing your driving test in South Africa is frustrating, but it's a common setback and an easy one to bounce back from. The good news: there's no mandatory waiting period, so you can rebook as soon as a test slot is available. You'll pay the booking fee ...
Driving Licence Codes in South Africa (Code 8, 10 & 14)
South Africa's driving licence codes tell you which vehicles you're allowed to drive. The codes changed from numbers to letters in 1998, so the everyday car licence most people still call “Code 8” is now Code B, “Code 10” is Code C1, and “Code 14” is Code ...
How to Apply for a Learner’s Licence in South Africa
To apply for a learner's licence in South Africa, book a test at your nearest Driving Licence Testing Centre (DLTC), online through the NaTIS portal or in person then bring your ID, two ID photos, proof of address and the booking fee and pass the computer...
How to Renew Your Driving Licence in South Africa (2026)
Renewing your driving licence in South Africa costs about R250 and is done every five years at a Driving Licence Testing Centre (DLTC). You can book online in Gauteng, but you still visit in person for an eye test and fingerprints. This guide covers the do...
How to Apply for a Temporary Driving Licence in South Africa
If you've lost your driving licence or are waiting for the renewal of an expired one, a temporary driving licence keeps you legally behind the wheel. In South Africa it's valid for six months, cannot be extended, and is usually issued the same day at your ...
How Much Does It Cost to Replace a Lost Driving Licence in South Africa? (2026)
Replacing a lost driving licence in South Africa costs about R140 to R250 for the new card, plus R40 to R95 for a temporary licence to drive while you wait. The first step is to make an affidavit that your licence is lost or stolen, then apply at a Driving...
What Happens If You Drive Without a Licence in South Africa?
Driving without a licence in South Africa is illegal. If you hold a licence but left it at home, the fine is about R500; if you drive without a valid licence at all, it is about R1,250, plus demerit points. You are not usually arrested for it on its own, b...
How to Convert a Foreign Driving Licence in South Africa
If you've become a permanent resident of South Africa, you must convert your foreign driving licence to a South African one within 12 months after that, your foreign licence is no longer valid here. You won't have to retake a driving test; you'll submit yo...
How Long Does It Take to Get a PrDP in South Africa? Cost & Requirements (2026)
A Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) takes up to 12 weeks to get in South Africa, though a temporary PrDP lets you drive professionally straight away while you wait. You need a PrDP to drive commercial vehicles such as trucks, buses, taxis and vehicles tha...
Get an International Driving Permit (IDP) in South Africa
If you're travelling abroad and plan to drive, you'll usually need an International Driving Permit (IDP) an official translation of your South African licence that's recognised in over 150 countries. In South Africa, only the Automobile Association (AA) i...