Financial support to learn to drive
You can get help with the costs of learning to drive from the age of 17.
Who can get funding
To get the funding you'll be assessed on your ability to learn how to drive safely such as being able to pass the theory and practical tests.
You'll also have to show that you have a history of looking for and staying in education, training or employment.
What costs the funding will cover
If funding is agreed, it will cover the costs of:
- a provisional driving licence
- up to £300 worth of driving lessons
- the theory test fee
- the driving test fee
- a full licence once you have passed the test.
You can apply for funding once up to the age of 25.
Motorcycle lessons
We can support you with Motorcycle lessons and test if you do not have access to driving lessons.
This includes covering the cost of:
- a provisional driving licence
- Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) lessons
- the theory test
- the practical test.
You can access a free online course through Ridefree to help you prepare for your CBT.
Find out more about Ridefree's online course.
Who will not be allowed to apply
You will not be able to apply for funding when learning to drive or continuing lessons if you:
- have any driving-related convictions, charges or charges pending in the last 18 months
- have any convictions, charges or charges pending related to violence, drugs or alcohol in the last six months
- behave in a way the driving instructor considers unacceptable.
Speak to your personal advisor to find out more about driving lessons.