How long does it take to get my LGV licence?
• One week to get medical appointment and send provisional licence application off to DVLA • Allow three weeks for DVLA to return your licence (it can be quicker but three weeks is the DVLA standard) • One to three weeks to book LGV theory (we can anticipate arrival of your licence if you are in a rush) • Two to five weeks for practical training (we can book your training dates anticipating when you will pass your theory) Bear in mind when applying for an LGV or PCV licence you are applying for a ‘vocational’ licence and ‘higher standards’ apply. If there are medical issues or if you have a very poor driving record the issue of your licence may be delayed or refused. In the case of refusal there is an appeal process.
Related Questions
- How does periodic training apply to existing PCV / LGV licence holders who are exempted from the initial qualification?
- I hold an LGV licence and do occasional driving for an agency although this is not my main job. Does CPC apply to me?
- Do existing LGV licence holders have 5 years to get their CPC after 2009?
