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Applying for a provisional driving licence

Issuance of provisional drivers licence

Theory and hazard perception test

What to do when involved in a road traffic accident

Tax your vehicle

Insurance and MOT needed to tax you vehicle

Why you need an MOT certificate

Checking an MOT certificate is real

MOT or Insurance has expired

Vehicles you can drive or ride at minimum age

Advice on selling you vehicle

The vehicle’s registration certificate

 
 

 

  

 


1. What is VIO-DVLA?
 
Answer.  
This is the Vehicle Inspection Officers' Driver and Vehicle Licensing Administration, a database system aim at enforcing Road Traffic Regulations in the 36 States of the Federation.
 

2. Why do I have to register Vehicle and get a Driver license?
 
Answer:
The road traffic regulations laws requires that all vehicles plying the public road must be registered for statistical, safety, security and crime control purposes.  You must also hold a current driver's licence or learner's permit before you can drive any motor vehicle in a public place.
 

3. How do I apply for my licence?
 
Answer:
You must now apply for your provisional driver's licence by completing the application form that is available online. You will need to enclose original documents confirming your identity, an e-passport style colour photograph and an e-transact Bank receipt for the fee of =N=250.00. Send your completed application and proof of payment to the nearest VIO or VIO-DVLA office.
 
 
4. I currently hold a full valid driver's licence. Do I need to apply for another licence to drive larger vehicles, minibuses, buses?
 
Answer:
If you currently hold a valid full licence and want to add provisional entitlement to drive larger vehicles, minibuses and buses you must complete the application form and the medical report form. It is also necessary to return with original documentation confirming your identity, a passport style colour photograph and your current driving licence. There is a fee of =N=3,500.00 required for the application. Please visit the nearest office of the VIO.
 

5. What is VIO Certificate?
 
Answer:
This is a document that is now issued by VIODVLA before you can put your vehicle on a public road to certify that you have complied with all requirements with regards to your Driver's License, MOT, Vehicle Insurance and Vehicle tax as at the dates therein. This can be used as alternative in the event of delay or loss of original document.
 
6. What is my access code?
 

Answer:
When you submit your provisional application form and make the required payment, your access code would have been sent alongside the payment confirmation in the email you received. With it you can now book your theory test.


7. Do I need the theory and practical test?
 

Answer:
Yes, it is now compulsory for learners and new drivers to take and pass the theory and practical test before a driver's license can be issued. You may need to be certified by a VIO if you have never been examined or certified before you got your drivers license.


8. Why do I need the theory and practical test?
 

Answer:
The theory and practical driving test ensures that learner drivers have the knowledge and understanding they need to be able to drive safely. The test has been carefully devised to assess a candidate's general knowledge of road safety and driving regulations.


9. Is theory test suitable for illiterates?
 

Answer:
The VIO-DVLA provides a number of facilities for those people with special requirements, including voiceovers, extra time, Sign Language, interpretation and translator assisted tests. However, an illiterate who cannot identify danger signs on the road can no longer risk his life and the lives of other road users.


10. How do I pay for my provisional Driver's License?
 

Answer:
We strongly advise you make all payments including provisional driver's license fees on our secured site online using your ATM debit or credit card. You can also pay for your provisional driver's license at designated banks across the country. You must however contact VIO-DVLA on 098701004 to confirm payment.


11. Where can I take the driving test?
 

Answer: 
The Theory test will be taken at any of the 109 test centres Nationwide. The  practical driving test will take place at any of the Vehicle Inspection offices testing ground located in the State of of your choice. During the process of booking your Theory and Practical driving test, you will find the locations for both theory and practical driving test. You can choose a centre closest to you.

 

12. What is penalty Point on my License?

 Answer:
A penalty point is now essential as a formal reprimand by the Road Safety Authority endorsed on your driving licence that shows you are guilty of a specified driving offence, and it is governed by the Road Traffic Act of the States. The aim of penalty points is to influence and improve driver behaviour in Nigeria and address the unacceptable levels of death and serious injury on our roads.
 
 

13. What happens if I fail my theory test?

Answer: 
You must pass both theory tests before you can register for the practical driving test. If you fail one part of the theory test you will have to pay the theory fee and take the test again.


14. How secured is my personal information?

Answer:
The technology of this website is high standard in the industry; the information provided is secured in a databank and can only be shared with government departments and agencies. Relevant Government agencies are able to view the driving status, vehicle tax/MOT and insurance policy of individuals online.


15. How can I get replacement for my lost/defaces Driver's License?
 
 
Answer:  
For lost licence, you need to get a police report confirming the lost licence and a sworn affidavit. You will then pay the statutory fee for driver's licence and apply at the VIODVLA office. For defaced driver's licence, you only need to present the defaced licence and pay the statutory fee. Afterwards, your licence will be processed and send to you after all checks and assessments of documentations are completed.  
 

16. Do I need a driving instructor for the theory and practical test?
 

Answer:
Yes, you need a driving instructor to pass your theory and practical test. If you are paying someone to teach you to drive, they must be approved and registered with the State Vehicle Inspectorate Office (SVIO).

 

17. When do I expect my driver's license?
 
 
Answer:
Your provisional driver's licence (Learners Permit) will be ready for collection within 10 working days of submission of application online. Your full driver's licence will be ready for collection at the test centre within 10 working days if you pass the practical test. You will receive a notification for collection. However, it may take longer time if we need your medical report clarified.
 

18. Who issues the Driver's License? 
 
 
Answer:
If you take the practical driving test and you are certified pass by the examiner, your examiner will score your performance on the VIO-DVLA computer to generate your Driver's license certificate. The Vehicle Inspection Office issues driver's license. The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) office is required by law to produce on behalf of the agent of the State (VIO) CERTIFIED drivers's license.
 

19. What is MOT?
 
Answer:
This is the Ministry of Transport test on your vehicle for the safety of all road users. It is compulsory for all vehicles (including cars and motorbikes) that are over 3 years old to be certified road worthy by the Vehicle Inspection Officer. Private vehicles are required to have MOT every 12months while commercial vehicles must have MOT done for their vehicle every 6 months.  
 

20. Why do I need MOT test?
 

Answer:
The test ensures that vehicles are in a safe and roadworthy condition at the time of the test. This is for your personal safety and the safety of other road users to prevent accidents on Nigeria roads. This is something to bear in mind if you are buying a used car.


21. Can Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) issue driver's license?
 
 
Answer:
The FRSC cannot issue drivers license. The powers to issue drivers license is vested in the Vehicle Inspection Officers (VIO) in the States. The Vehicle Inspection Officers are required by law to examine and test the competency of all driver's license applicants to driver on Nigeria roads before they can issue drivers license. It is only when an applicant is tested by a VIO and certified competent that a driver's license is issued by the VIO for the FRSC  to produce. The FRSC cannot produce driver's license directly to any individual. Any driver's license obtained outside the office of the VIO cannot be invalid.
 

22. How often do I need MOT for my vehicle?
 
 

Answer:
The MOT test certificate is valid for one year, after which the vehicle needs to be re-tested. It is important to know that the MOT only certifies that the vehicle is road worthy at the time of the test.

 
23. Do I need personal insurance cover to drive in Nigeria?

Answer:
No, you only need your vehicle insurance to drive in Nigeria. The vehicle insurance should be at least a third party insurance. However, a personal insurance cover may soon be introduced to certain categories of Drivers as precautionary measures. 

 
4. How do I pay for my Insurance?
 
 Answer:
VIODVLA provides secure online payment platforms that allow you to pay for your vehicle insurance with any of our partner insurance companies. The aim is to immediately capture your Vehicle insurance policy on our databank and issue you a provisional insurance policy that covers you immediate payment is confirmed. It is easier, faster and hassle free. However, you can pay for your vehicle insurance as required by your insurer, you however need to contact VIODVLA with the details of your insurance policy to be captured by our databank.
 
 
25. When do I get my Insurance Certificate?
 
Answer:
If you make payment for your vehicle insurance using the VIO-DVLA software online, your vehicle Insurance is captured and covered immediately and you can drive your car anywhere. You will receive within 24 hours your Insurance policy via email and a disc from insurer within 12 working days.
 
 
26. My Vehicle is not registered by the Vehicle Licensing Authority

 Answer:
Any vehicle illegally imported into the country with incomplete or forged documentation cannot and will not be registered by the VIODVLA software. Please read our buying or selling vehicle and ensure that your vehicle has the necessary documentations and pay the statutory import duties for your vehicle.

 
27. I need my Driver's License urgently, can it be arranged?
 
Answer:
We are sorry we cannot arrange a driver's license without following the due process of submitting your application, booking and taking the mandatory theory and practical test. We strongly advise you follow the due process if you need a valid driver's license. A genuine and credible driver's license will take a due process and approximately 3months. This include the study time for the theory test, driving school and test period. 
 
 
28. How can I check if my driver's license is genuine?  

Answer:
If you obtain your driver's license through any other means without taking and passing the compulsory theory and practical driving test there is 99.9% chances that your driver's licence is invalid.  All law enforcement agencies and financial Institutions in Nigeria can now check the authenticity of your driver or vehicle license.

 
29. Why do I need to pay vehicle tax?
 
Answer:
Every vehicle registered in Nigeria must be taxed if used or kept on a public road. If the vehicle is kept off-road it must either be taxed or have a VOPRN (Vehicle off Public Road Notice) in force. The VIO-DVLA carries out a computer check each month, as well as roadside checks to identify those vehicles without valid tax card. You could face an automatic penalty. If not it could be wheel clamped or removed.
 
 
30.Why are there additional charges?

Answer:
The additional cost covers the following:

  1. Equipment Maintenance
  2. General Administration and Data Management
  3. Communication ( Telephone, Text, Mails
 
31.What is Provisional Driver License?
Answer:
Provisional Drivers' License is a permit granted to an individual to learner how to drive on public roads on certain terms and conditions. It is sometimes called learners permit. Provisional Driver License is the term used internationally.
 

32. Who do I contact for further enquiries?
 Answer:
For further enquiries, read through the information provides on this website. You can also contact your State Vehicle Inspection Office or Testing Centres spread across the country.
 

For direct enquiries, contact:

VIO-DVLA Consultants
Ogun State House,
Central Business District,
P.O. Box 7253 Wuse Zone 3,
Abuja. Nigeria
+23498701004 +23498750312 +2348084840026 +2348138138137
enquiries@viodvla.com