1. What are the requirements to apply for the TDVL/PDVL?

• Be at least 30 years old at the point of application
• Be a Singapore Citizen
• Have a valid Class 3 or 3A Singapore driving licence for a continuous period of at least 1 year at the point of application
• N/O Level English grade D7 and above OR Workplace Literacy Assessment (WPL) pass

2. Do I still need a PDVL if I already have a TDVL?

TDVL holders need not apply for PDVL. You can continue driving with Grab as long as your TDVL is valid.

3. I am a PR and do not have a Vocational License. How can I continue driving with Grab?

As of 15 September 2020, new LTA regulations are such that only Singapore Citizens are allowed to apply for the TDVL and PDVL License.

1. Why do I need to attend a medical examination?

Besides being an LTA requirement, we want to ensure that all driver-partners are healthy while on the road.

2. Can I do the medical examination with my choice of doctor?
Yes, you may choose to head to your preferred licensed physician. Please bring the medical check-up form attached to your ATC letter and have your preferred licensed physician complete it during the checkup.

3. I do not have a preferred licensed physician. Who can I look for to complete my medical examination?
SATA CommHealth can help you with your medical examination at a subsidised rate.

4. What additional medical check-ups are needed if I am above 70 years?
If you are 70 years and above, you will need to go for:

• Abbreviated Mental Test (AMT) which can be done at SATA CommHealth Clinic
• Off-Road Occupational Therapist Assessment which can be done at TTSH

1. What is SkillsFuture?
SkillsFuture is a national movement to provide Singaporeans with the opportunities to develop their fullest potential throughout life.
Every Singaporean above 25 has an initial $500 credits. Your PDVL training course fee is claimable from SkillsFuture. Check your credit amount via SkillsFuture Portal here.

2. When can I register for training and how do I register for training?
You can register for your training after you have received your Approval-to-attend course (ATC) letter from LTA and have completed & collected your Medical Report. Simply register at any NTUC Learning Hub branch.

3. How long is the training?
TDVL Training – 2 full day, 9AM-6PM (16 hours)
PDVL Training – 1 full day, 9AM-6PM (8 hours)

4. What if I fail the TDVL/PDVL tests?
Don’t panic. You may register to retake it multiple times with your training provider. Test Fee of $10.70 (incl. GST) + $5.35 (incl. GST) per test paper applies. However, this will be at your own expense.

5. What if I need to reschedule or cancel my TDVL/PDVL test?
Please note that once registration is confirmed, no withdrawal, cancellation or change of date, time slot or test type is allowed. Fees paid are not refundable.
Therefore, please ensure before you complete your registration that the type of test, the test date, and the time selected are correct.
You are strongly advised not to make multiple bookings for retest slots.
If you do so and proceed to sit for a paper which you have already taken and passed before, your test result for the latest attempt will be the one that will be taken into consideration for the issuance of your Temporary Vocational Licence (TVL).
Please ensure you are available to take the test on the date and time registered for.

6. How much will I have to pay upfront?
TDVL course – $294.25 (up to $240.75 claimable from SkillsFuture)
If you have sufficient value in your SkillsFuture Credit Balance, you will only have to pay $53.50 upfront for your course fees.
PDVL course – $160.75 (up to $133.75 claimable from SkillsFuture)
If you have sufficient value in your SkillsFuture Credit Balance, you will only have to pay $27 upfront for your course fees.
With effect from 1st May 2019, only Credit Card & NETS will be accepted.
NTUC Members can enjoy up to 50% funding (capped at $250 per year) under Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP)

7. How much do I need in my SkillsFuture Credit Balance?
A maximum of $240.75 can be deducted for the TDVL course.
A maximum of $133.75 can be deducted for the PDVL course.

8. What to bring on my course date?

• NRIC (copy)
• Driving Licence (copy)
• Approval Letter from LTA (copy)
• Medical & X-Ray Report (original)
• Documentary Proof of ability to speak and read simple English: GCE ‘O’ or ‘N’ level pass in English (grade D7 and above), or Workplace Literacy (WPL) programme pass in English (level 3 or higher)

9. What to wear on my course date?
Applicable to all genders: collared shirt, long pants and covered shoes