Obtaining a driving licence under a learner’s permit

Obtaining a driving licence under a learner’s permit is a rewarding and exciting journey for both the learner and the driving instructor.

Obtaining a driving licence is a multi-stage process, and by bearing a few key points in mind, you can save a lot of time, effort and money.

Download our free webinar, which covers:

  • What qualifications are required to become a teacher and how do you apply for them?
  • What do you need to do at driving school, and what does the compulsory training involve?
  • What should be taken into account when it comes to a driving school car?
  • How should lessons be planned? What exactly do you need to know for the exam?
  • What makes a good trainer?
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How do you obtain a driving licence with a learner’s permit?

In our webinar, you’ll find detailed information on how to get your driving licence with a learner’s permit, but the checklist below is a great place to start!

1. Apply for the necessary permits

  • The student applies for a driving licence at Ajovarma. Applications can be made either at an Ajovarma service point or online via the Traficom service.
  • The instructor applies for a teaching licence. The instructor must be at least 25 years old and must have held a relevant driving licence for at least five years.

2. Complete the compulsory training at a driving school

  • EAS training: 4 hours of theory training for learners applying for their first driving licence. To view the EAS training courses offered by Epic, select a branch here
  • Risk Awareness Training: Includes 4 hours of theory and 4 hours of practical driving. The RTK course must be completed before the driving test. You can find the RTK courses offered by Epic by selecting a branch

3. Check the condition and equipment of the vehicle

  • Fit a training pedal to the car. A common reason for a driving test being stopped is a poorly fitted training pedal, so it is worth taking care during installation to ensure safety.
  • Attach the warning triangle to the rear of the car.
  • We recommend using an additional mirror to ensure you can see blind spots.

4. Teaching and examinations

  • Practise driving, gradually increasing the level of difficulty. It is important to build up a sense of achievement in manageable traffic situations right from the start, so that your confidence grows as your skills improve.
  • Theory test: taken at an Ajovarma office. You can take the test no earlier than one month before your 18th birthday. An exception is made for those with a special age exemption, who may take the test at the age of 17.
  • Driving test: Book an appointment at an Ajovarma service centre once you have passed the theory test and meet the requirements for taking the practical test