Driving Tests Around the World

Posted on Apr 13, 2017

Driving tuition around the world

We look at a few other countries around the world to see how driver training is carried out there. Some of which may appear easier than others.

Mexico

Mexico flag First stop is Mexico, where there is no actual driving test. The driving licence is considered to be a method to regulate the number of drivers and not to certify a standard of driving. Drivers simply sign a declaration that they can drive.

There are 3 types of licences issued:

A minor permit for young drivers aged between 16 and 18 – Restrictions apply, including speed restrictions and a driving curfew. Minor permits can last for 1 month, 6 months or a year depending on where they are issued.

Type A is for drivers aged over 18 and allows them to drive a motorbike or car. The licence usually lasts 3 years.

Type B for drivers over 18 that drive a taxi. These are also generally valid for 3 years.

Finland

Finland flag In Finland, driving tuition can be from a qualified Driving Instructor or a close relative. If the tuition is from a relative they must apply for an instructors permit and also have dual controls fitted in their car.

There are 3 stages of driving training in Finland, basic, practising and advanced.

The basic stage includes theory classes, practical driving and then a driving test. Usually, the basic phase takes around 6 months to complete and after passing the practical driving test you will get your temporary driving permit, which is only valid for 2 years.

During the practising stage you can drive and practice on your own, you should still regularly visit a driving school for evaluation and feedback.

The advanced stage is completed when you have had your licence for a year and includes a two-hour driving test and practice driving on a slippery track.

When all the three stages are completed you will get a permanent diving licence.

Pakistan

Pakistan flag In Pakistan you have to be 18 to apply for a licence, so you will have to wait until you’re a little older to start to drive, but the assessment itself is quite easy. It consists of a theory exam and a short practical test, both of which can be taken on the same day.

There are no requirements regarding the number of practice hours you have to complete and the practical test mainly involves a few short manoeuvres around a few cones.

The pass rate in Pakistan, is unsurprisingly almost double that of the UK, with a rate of over 80% passing first time.

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