Applicants must be at least eighteen (18) years of age to apply for a motor vehicle learner’s license and seventeen (17) years of age to apply for a motorcycle learner’s license. Applicants for a learner’s license are required to complete an application form clearly stating their name, date of birth, nationality and other relevant information. An applicant’s passport or birth certificate and a completed application form are required for a learner’s license. There is a $60.00 fee for a learner’s license, which is valid for three months from the date of issue.
Applicants should make an appointment to take a driving test before their learner’s license expires. On the test date set by the applicant, he/she is required to pay the $150.00 road test fee and must also bring proof of insurance to cover him and the examiner in the event of an accident or injury. Upon successful completion of the driving test, the applicant A certificate of competency will be obtained which should be taken to the tax office to pay the corresponding driving license fee.
Dominica issues five (5) categories of driving licenses:
A class :- This permit is issued to motorcyclists only. These persons are not permitted to drive any other motor vehicle other than a motorcycle. If an individual wishes to obtain a license to drive a vehicle other than a motorcycle, he must go through the process of obtaining a learner’s license again. There is an annual fee of $40.00 for a Class A license.
B class :- A person with this license can drive personal vehicles such as cars, jeeps, vans and trucks weighing up to one ton. In addition, holders of such licenses can also ride motorcycles without having to apply for a separate learner’s license. The annual license fee is $80.00; however, individuals will receive a 10% discount if paid for three (3) years.
C class :- Class C licenses are issued to those who drive heavy machinery, buses and trade vehicles. Applicants for a Class C license must be at least 21 years old, have one year of driving experience and hold a valid Class B license. Individuals must take another road test before obtaining a Class C license. If the individual is successful in the road test, he will continue to pay for the Class C driver’s license. Any time balance remaining on the Class B license will be void and the Class C license will be the only valid license. Annual fee is $100.00, but there is a 10% discount if paid for three (3) years.
To obtain an international license, applicants must:
Possess a valid Dominican driver’s license
Provide a recent color photo- Pay the $40.00 fee
