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Driving & vehicles · Checked 2026-10-03

Get a learner’s (provisional) licence and book the driving test

You need a provisional licence before learning to drive a car, motorcycle or autocycle; then you pass the driving test to get your full licence.

Who can applyAnyone old enough: autocycle 15, motorcycle 17, car 18. Under-18s come with a parent or guardian and their NIC. Over-60s bring a medical certificate.
AuthorityTraffic Branch: Mauritius Police Force
OnlineYes: apply and pay for the test through govmu.org e-services
How long it takesTest date emailed within 10 days of paying for the test
Valid forCheck the date printed on your provisional licence

Fees

Application (non-refundable)Rs 500
Driving testRs 500
International driving permitRs 800
Duplicate licence (lost/damaged)Rs 500

Documents to bring

Steps

  1. Go to govmu.org → Digital Government → e-services → “Apply for a learner’s licence”.
  2. Sign in with MauPass and fill in the application.
  3. Choose a date and time to attend the Licensing Office (online section) to complete it.
  4. Learn to drive with your provisional licence (with a driving school or qualified driver).
  5. Pay for the driving test online (e-services → “Payment for driving test”).
  6. You receive your test date by email within 10 days.

Where to go

Common problems

Tips

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Sources

  1. Government e-Service Helpdesk: Learner’s licence
  2. MyGov: apply for a learner’s licence (MauPass log-in)

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