Hey James I actually do. BIG TIP: Write to your local MP. I can't promise this will work and they may become very annoyed with me for mentioning this but a student of mine was in the same boat so they contacted the local MP who did actually write back and offered to contact dvla and try get there licence sorted. Can't promise it will work for you but it's worth a shot. 👍😁
What about if u don't have a passport? I did the online thing and have the paper version which cane a week after bit im not sure what to fill out and what not to
me 2 av had a provisinal in the past but to open a bank there telling me i need photo id pasport is alot so am thinkign of re applyingnt to get my provisinal but it says on form u need id well thr reason am gettin it is cos i have no id..its crazy
I'm in the same position I've gone over the 40 days due to not knowing what to send off and due to working all the time I cant just call them to ask? Some advice would be nice
It is not asking for my picture and signature, Maybe the reason is I have only India Passport and don't have a UK passport. So how to upload picture and signature? thanks
Hello mate could you please help me out with this. So basically ive got my full motorcycle licence (A1) so do i still need to make an provisional licence to be able to take the theory test for the car licence (B) or Does a full motorcycle Licence act as a provisional car Licence?
Actually I wait already 8 weeks and no news from DVLA so I start to feel dissapointment. I've sent paper version because online is only for British citizents and of course it is reasonable approach for them to take. I want to start a job as an estate agent and I can't because of their super delays. Does anyone is currently waiting for their Provisinal Driving License with paper application instead of online?
@@JoshRamwell today was a first time I tried to call them but “ because of high volume of calls, try to call another time” or “try to contact us online”. For me I just don’t work waiting hmm pointless. I’ve applied at time they been telling 3-6 weeks then they’ve changed it 6-10 weeks.
Hey, what do you when you don't have a UK passport, it takes me to a old version, which is a tricky one, could you please help me on this topic as It has been long time, I have applied for it and haven't got anything back yet.
The same thing happened for me, however, if one does not have a passport, it's best to apply via mail, which is more expensive than online, and one also has to supply 2 forms of identity proof (if applying via mail using a birth/adoption certificate)
When he says another form of ID will work, what does he mean? Most English people speak to themselves only as against the impression they speak to everyone around. Being a UK resident is different from being a UK citizen. When you do a video like this, be clear it is for only British citizens. I can bet majority of those watching, do not hold a UK passport. So this online approach only applies to just a particular group. Even those with permanent UK residence still can't use this online facility.
@@annabelholland : What's the point of the online facility for non-UK passport holders, if they still have to wait to manually fill an application form? And also send in hard copies of their IDs, BRP etc? Again you can't apply online if you don't hold a UK passport.
Cause its cost £34 to apply online, compared to ~£44 by post. Also, where it says if u have a uk passport, if u click no, it tells u to apply using the old service. ) So yes, u can still apply online if u dont have uk passport, but the process is slightly different. I think its the same if u renew And i think most of the viewers are actually british cause it says uk in the title, and doesnt specify for foreigners
@@annabelholland : You cannot apply online if you are not a British passport holder. That should be clear in the video - for UK passport holders only. A significant number of viewers are not necessarily UK passport holders, but still UK residents with BRPs and co. I'm not sure you understand the differences. It is this same reasoning that may have influenced how their site is programmed. If you are not a UK passport holder even if you are resident legally, just go to your nearest post office and do it manually. This is a significant message to go in such videos, bcos ideally what is needed here is legality not ethnicity. Your assumptions only UK passport holders view or need the information is wrong.
Hello, Josh. I've never driven a car in my life, although I've watched someone before. I am unemployed and I am on benefits (ESA and PIP). I have two questions to ask you: How do I pay for car insurance and how often?
Can someone help I've already done it but ut started asking me about donating organs and I had no option to put no. Am I the only one that had to answer this
Hi i would like some advice please. Ive been applying for my provisional license by paper document but they keep saying its wrong. What is the best way to make sure that it doesnt get turned away
I tried to apply for the provisional driving license but it said since ur under 17 it will only give me a provisional moped license. Does this mean after I turn 17 I will have to re apply for the license in order to be able to drive?
So i need some advice my provisional has expired because i got laid back and didn't have courage to learn driving now after few years i feel ready its expired so how do i get a renewal?
Hi wondering if you can help. I move house on Sunday the day before my test. I know that if you pass you pass it to the examiner. I’m wondering if I have to apply for my full licence my self or can I tell the examiner my new address? The only thing I can see on the gov site is if your changing your name you have to do it yourself? Many thanks
I had to wait 185 days to apply because I was living abroad in the past couple of years. What is the point of that question? What difference does it make to be in the UK or not to be 185 days in the past 12 months? (Shakespeare)
Hey Josh, so I’ve got a bit of a problem I want to get my driving license so I can take driving lessons, but I live with my mother and don’t want her to know because she had always said “I will never, ever be able to drive”. So how can I apply for a license online without her knowing? Oh, and I don’t own a passport and I have no idea what a national insurance number is
So if it was me I'd find out what the mistake was and try and fix it. Have you done it by post or online? If you can do it online using a passport and other basic I'd it will come back much faster like a few days.
@@JoshRamwell i did it by post and the mistake was they asked if i have any disability and i ticked everything but i dont have a disability and they returned it back with a envelope
I’ve got no passport only national insurance number can I still get a provisional license or do I need a passport and I can’t find my birth certificate
This is the same situation as me, I turn 17 this year and I have no ID. I’m just thinking of buying a passport then a provisional to save time but it’s so expensive
hi I was born in the UK and lived here all my life but after I submitted my provisional online they sent me a form to my house to complete, it may be for non UK people but I was born here what do I do ?
hello for provisional Licence form please I need help I have Italian passport do I need someone to sign it for me ? and the part B which box I must choose ?
I don't have a surname on any of my documents. Can you please tell how to apply for provisional licence without surname,because in the application form surname is must I think. Please anybody answer if you know..thank you
It has been a month since I applied by post and yet I have not received it so what is your best advice for me to do next and how long does it take during the covid-19 period. Thanks
Hey Mercy if it were me i would call dvla until they answered. I would also email them repeatedly until they answer. You can also log into the tracker website and fill in the details to see where your application is.
@@JoshRamwell do you know their contact details because it’s too hard to get to them and it needs 14 digits reference which I don’t find it in my receipt. Thanks
Hi, I am 15 years and 5 months old, is it possible if I apply now? And when I get the provisional license in my hand can I drive with an adult that has had a license for over than 3 years next to me? And what about insurance on the vehicle? Does it need to be modified?
@@Sumduude I’m having the same issue and need my passport back, mine says the same on the tracking. Did you have any luck with it and how long did it take to come back
Hi! I know i am quite late but I am turning 15y 9m tomorrow (08/11/2022), if i apply - then can I start taking lessons with my father (as he has been driving for about 10ish years) or can I take lessons with him when I am 16? Many thanks, Zerik.
Hi, I moved to the UK last week, I would like to apply for the provisional licence, but the website shows, the applicant needs to be lived in the UK for minimum 185 days aka 6 months. So can't I apply for it?
I am international student arrived from Pakistan just 15 days ago. I have got my International driving license. Do i need license for driving bike in addition to CBT course for doing delivery job If yes, can i apply for provisional since I am in Uk for 15 days.. I Have my passport My UK visa My BRP Need to know I can apply for provisional license to drive motorbike. ???
Hi it depends what type of international licence you have. Their is loads of information here regarding international licenses so have a look and see if it helps. universalmct.co.uk/validlicences/
Been waiting 5 months for mine. Any tips?
should i reapply?
Hey James I actually do. BIG TIP: Write to your local MP. I can't promise this will work and they may become very annoyed with me for mentioning this but a student of mine was in the same boat so they contacted the local MP who did actually write back and offered to contact dvla and try get there licence sorted. Can't promise it will work for you but it's worth a shot. 👍😁
@@JoshRamwell Okay thank you Josh, should I look at reapplying, will it screw me over?
@@jamesatkinson4322 I honestly have no idea if you even can
@@jamesatkinson4322 did it come yet mate ?
FACT: The provisional I applied for in this video arrived in just 3 working days which I was rather shocked about. Oh and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE😀
I applied for mine 2 months ago and not a word
such a helpful video! Thanks very mech
Thanks so much! I have just done mine :)
Sent mine 4 months ago and it’s came back twice saying somethings wrong, feel like I’m having a breakdown😂
Northern Ireland is abit different, you have to apply via NIDirect for a license if you live there
What about if u don't have a passport? I did the online thing and have the paper version which cane a week after bit im not sure what to fill out and what not to
This is great!! Thank you 👍
Thanks buddy that was good help
I haven't got a passport but I've got my birth certificate and NI number is this enough identification
me 2 av had a provisinal in the past but to open a bank there telling me i need photo id pasport is alot so am thinkign of re applyingnt to get my provisinal but it says on form u need id well thr reason am gettin it is cos i have no id..its crazy
@@eyefishinggunkchannel1011 literally
I'm in the same position I've gone over the 40 days due to not knowing what to send off and due to working all the time I cant just call them to ask? Some advice would be nice
It is not asking for my picture and signature, Maybe the reason is I have only India Passport and don't have a UK passport. So how to upload picture and signature?
thanks
Thank you soo much, it is a really helpful video
Hello mate could you please help me out with this.
So basically ive got my full motorcycle licence (A1) so do i still need to make an provisional licence to be able to take the theory test for the car licence (B) or Does a full motorcycle Licence act as a provisional car Licence?
Actually I wait already 8 weeks and no news from DVLA so I start to feel dissapointment. I've sent paper version because online is only for British citizents and of course it is reasonable approach for them to take. I want to start a job as an estate agent and I can't because of their super delays. Does anyone is currently waiting for their Provisinal Driving License with paper application instead of online?
Yes it's because it's the paper version. Unfortunately it takes a lot longer than the automated online application
@@JoshRamwell today was a first time I tried to call them but “ because of high volume of calls, try to call another time” or “try to contact us online”. For me I just don’t work waiting hmm pointless. I’ve applied at time they been telling 3-6 weeks then they’ve changed it 6-10 weeks.
I applied online now and they send me a pplication form to fill out and sign
@@ireneswift9164 let me know when youll here from them as im still waiting since september
@@ireneswift9164 did you receive your provisional license yet?
Hey, what do you when you don't have a UK passport, it takes me to a old version, which is a tricky one, could you please help me on this topic as It has been long time, I have applied for it and haven't got anything back yet.
The same thing happened for me, however, if one does not have a passport, it's best to apply via mail, which is more expensive than online, and one also has to supply 2 forms of identity proof (if applying via mail using a birth/adoption certificate)
How to change the address of provisional license?
When he says another form of ID will work, what does he mean? Most English people speak to themselves only as against the impression they speak to everyone around. Being a UK resident is different from being a UK citizen. When you do a video like this, be clear it is for only British citizens. I can bet majority of those watching, do not hold a UK passport. So this online approach only applies to just a particular group. Even those with permanent UK residence still can't use this online facility.
Non uk passport holders can still apply online, they just have to send in their passport/brp, etc when they receive the application form
@@annabelholland : What's the point of the online facility for non-UK passport holders, if they still have to wait to manually fill an application form? And also send in hard copies of their IDs, BRP etc?
Again you can't apply online if you don't hold a UK passport.
Cause its cost £34 to apply online, compared to ~£44 by post. Also, where it says if u have a uk passport, if u click no, it tells u to apply using the old service. ) So yes, u can still apply online if u dont have uk passport, but the process is slightly different. I think its the same if u renew
And i think most of the viewers are actually british cause it says uk in the title, and doesnt specify for foreigners
@@annabelholland : You cannot apply online if you are not a British passport holder. That should be clear in the video - for UK passport holders only. A significant number of viewers are not necessarily UK passport holders, but still UK residents with BRPs and co. I'm not sure you understand the differences. It is this same reasoning that may have influenced how their site is programmed. If you are not a UK passport holder even if you are resident legally, just go to your nearest post office and do it manually. This is a significant message to go in such videos, bcos ideally what is needed here is legality not ethnicity. Your assumptions only UK passport holders view or need the information is wrong.
@@onuchinathaniel4367 I don't own a passport or ever have, and I've just purchased a provisional online. Using the old system
Hello, Josh. I've never driven a car in my life, although I've watched someone before. I am unemployed and I am on benefits (ESA and PIP). I have two questions to ask you: How do I pay for car insurance and how often?
I've applied for my provisional license online but it didn't ask for a photo. I'm just wondering if I have done it wrong
Can someone help I've already done it but ut started asking me about donating organs and I had no option to put no. Am I the only one that had to answer this
Hi i would like some advice please. Ive been applying for my provisional license by paper document but they keep saying its wrong. What is the best way to make sure that it doesnt get turned away
I tried to apply for the provisional driving license but it said since ur under 17 it will only give me a provisional moped license. Does this mean after I turn 17 I will have to re apply for the license in order to be able to drive?
What to do if I lost my provisional license?
How long does it take for a provisional driving license to come ??
so can i learn to drive if my dad is nearby and im only 16?
So i need some advice my provisional has expired because i got laid back and didn't have courage to learn driving now after few years i feel ready its expired so how do i get a renewal?
what's happens if my provisional license has expire? could I apply again for the provisional again
My reference number is in letters so when I try and track it it comes up with I need a numeric reference number. Help plz
What if you don't have a passport?
Hi wondering if you can help. I move house on Sunday the day before my test. I know that if you pass you pass it to the examiner. I’m wondering if I have to apply for my full licence my self or can I tell the examiner my new address? The only thing I can see on the gov site is if your changing your name you have to do it yourself? Many thanks
Don't worry examiner will sort it for you just tell them you have just moved house and it will all be fine. Good luck🏡😊
Thank you 😊
Hello I have a Spanish pasport can i aplay ?Ìts say UK passport
I had to wait 185 days to apply because I was living abroad in the past couple of years. What is the point of that question? What difference does it make to be in the UK or not to be 185 days in the past 12 months? (Shakespeare)
I kept on getting redirected onto the old website
Its ok for non Uk u can apply online still as i do my application a week ago online
Hey Josh, so I’ve got a bit of a problem
I want to get my driving license so I can take driving lessons, but I live with my mother and don’t want her to know because she had always said “I will never, ever be able to drive”. So how can I apply for a license online without her knowing?
Oh, and I don’t own a passport and I have no idea what a national insurance number is
Oh my goodness, didn't expect to see you here. 😂😅
When i send my documents do i need to have another envelope with stamps for sending back my documents when i am goibg to send the form
I accidentally did a mistake and they returned it back to me what shall i do help me plz
So if it was me I'd find out what the mistake was and try and fix it. Have you done it by post or online? If you can do it online using a passport and other basic I'd it will come back much faster like a few days.
@@JoshRamwell i did it by post and the mistake was they asked if i have any disability and i ticked everything but i dont have a disability and they returned it back with a envelope
@@lb_abz8234 then you need to fill in what they have sent yowwyw correctly, throw it in the envolope and post it ASAP.
@@JoshRamwell ok thanks but how shall I correct it when i ticked them already
I’ve got no passport only national insurance number can I still get a provisional license or do I need a passport and I can’t find my birth certificate
Another form of I'd will work
This is the same situation as me, I turn 17 this year and I have no ID. I’m just thinking of buying a passport then a provisional to save time but it’s so expensive
@Roiyk have u applied with just birth certificate yet?,i sent off with just my birth certificate,n i’m worrying i won’t get my prov now
Would a birth certificate and a photo taken from a photo booth be enough ID to prove who I am because my passport is expired and picture is very old.
hi I was born in the UK and lived here all my life but after I submitted my provisional online they sent me a form to my house to complete, it may be for non UK people but I was born here what do I do ?
I m in belfast. How can i apply. Plz guide me.
Do you know if you have to have your passport name on your provisional license or can I have anothe name I'm know by?
I m new immigrant in belfast. Please guide me how can i apply provisional DL in belfast. I got dL form from post office.
hello for provisional Licence form please I need help I have Italian passport do I need someone to sign it for me ? and the part B which box I must choose ?
I am student asylum seekers can I apply provisional driving licence in uk
I don't have a surname on any of my documents. Can you please tell how to apply for provisional licence without surname,because in the application form surname is must I think. Please anybody answer if you know..thank you
It has been a month since I applied by post and yet I have not received it so what is your best advice for me to do next and how long does it take during the covid-19 period. Thanks
Hey Mercy if it were me i would call dvla until they answered. I would also email them repeatedly until they answer. You can also log into the tracker website and fill in the details to see where your application is.
@@JoshRamwell do you know their contact details because it’s too hard to get to them and it needs 14 digits reference which I don’t find it in my receipt. Thanks
@@mercytoallmankind5836 1 month😂 I been waiting nearly 7 months 😂
@@fh1465 aye I’ve been waiting 4 month
@@grantmclachlan2914 mine took 2 weeks
Hi I need help, can I use a id as a verification instead of a passport??
what if my passport isn’t in date ?
If it expired in the last 10 months it’s still valid
I got mine in June.
Well done Davey that's the first step done!!
@@JoshRamwell Now I just need to find a driving instructor.
@@DaveDVideoMaker thank my friend could be a really challenge
@@JoshRamwell Definitely.
You have inspired me to do a video on it
Hi, I am 15 years and 5 months old, is it possible if I apply now? And when I get the provisional license in my hand can I drive with an adult that has had a license for over than 3 years next to me? And what about insurance on the vehicle? Does it need to be modified?
You need to be 15 9 months old to apply
you have to b 17 to drive a car
Well its been 4 months still waiting for it and no way to contact the bastards and my passport is with them what a joke….
Hey Kris you have summed it up their really well! Have you been on the tracking website to see what the situation is?
@@JoshRamwell In Progress: Awaiting Application Return Form
@@Sumduude I’m having the same issue and need my passport back, mine says the same on the tracking. Did you have any luck with it and how long did it take to come back
@@owenchambers7282 nothing bro dead serious I’m mad as hell
@@Sumduude yeah same it’s stupid process welcome to the dvla everything takes this long 😂
What do i do if i do not hold a uk passport?
At 2:57, click no, and then follow the steps
Hi! I know i am quite late but I am turning 15y 9m tomorrow (08/11/2022), if i apply - then can I start taking lessons with my father (as he has been driving for about 10ish years) or can I take lessons with him when I am 16? Many thanks, Zerik.
you have to be 17 to drive a car so u have to wait
same question
Thanks alot
I hope it helped?🙌
@@JoshRamwell very helpful👏
Hi, I moved to the UK last week, I would like to apply for the provisional licence, but the website shows, the applicant needs to be lived in the UK for minimum 185 days aka 6 months. So can't I apply for it?
obviously not
Iv sent the form on the 28th last month and my L hasnt arrived how do i contact them?
The paper form can take 8 weeks so their isn't a great deal you can do at moment Mioara.
@@JoshRamwell iv apllied online and they sent me a form iv completed it where its says digital so i dont need to send pasport and its been 3 weeks
How did you apply by share code??
I am international student arrived from Pakistan just 15 days ago.
I have got my International driving license. Do i need license for driving bike in addition to CBT course for doing delivery job If yes, can i apply for provisional since I am in Uk for 15 days..
I Have my passport
My UK visa
My BRP
Need to know I can apply for provisional license to drive motorbike. ???
Hi it depends what type of international licence you have. Their is loads of information here regarding international licenses so have a look and see if it helps. universalmct.co.uk/validlicences/
It's so stupid not everyone as passport or other photo id I can't even renew my profisnial licence on gov site without passport stupid
you are very funny
10 seconds in. It’s a no. I’m here to learn, not watch a btec “funny” video.
@@simonlebeau68 bye bye go watch dgn 🙌😁
What if i dont have UK passport but from different country?