What is Driving License?
A driver’s license is a legal authorization, or the official document confirming such an authorization, for a specific individual to operate one or more types of motorized vehicles such
as motorcycles, cars, trucks, or buses on a public road. Such licenses are often plastic and the size of a credit card.
Driving License Classes In Uganda
Obtaining a class B driving permit in Uganda is mandatory for all first-time motor vehicle drivers. This is an introductory class in vehicles as opposed to class A which is for motorcycles only, Class E for extended vehicle carriers, class F for handheld or foot-driven machines, class G for fork lifters, class H for tractors, and class I for boats.
If you are planning to drive for example a passengers taxi or van not exceeding 14 passengers which requires class DL, coasters which require class DM, buses that require class DH, goods trailers that require class CH, and medium goods trucks which require class CM, then obtaining class B, which opens you to driving vehicles is mandatory.
Driving Permit Classes in Uganda
A – Motorcycles
B – Cars with up to 7 passengers and 3.5 tonnes
CM – Up to 7 tonnes.
CH – Heavy goods vehicles
DL – Taxis with up to 14 passengers
DM – Coaster buses
DH – Buses
E – Extra puller
F – Pedestrian controlled
G – Lifters
H – Tractors
I – Boats
Obtaining a class B driving permit in Uganda is mandatory for all first-time motor vehicle drivers. This is an introductory class in vehicles as opposed to Class A which is for motorcycles only,
Class E for extended vehicle carriers, class F for handheld or foot-driven machines, class G for fork lifters, class H for tractors, and Class I for boats.
If you are planning to drive for example a passengers taxi or van not exceeding 14 passengers which requires class DL, coasters that require class DM,
buses that require class DH, goods trailers that require class CH, and medium goods trucks that require class CM, then obtaining class B, which opens you to driving vehicles is mandatory.
How much is a Ugandan driving licence classes?
The fee for a driving test at the Inspectorate of Vehicles is Shs25,000 for each class.
The IOV will issue you with a certificate of competence once you complete the test.
How long does the driving Licence classes takes in Uganda?
The training takes about 4 weeks (One Month) theory and Practicals. Practical driving lessons are
Monday –Friday for about 45 minutes each session and theory classes are every Saturday from 9am –Midday.
How old must you be to get a driving license in Uganda?
Application made on form TR VII (one copy) duly completed and signed by the applicant who must be of the age of 18 years and above.
In case of an exchange permit, the original national license (not international driving permit) which must be valid at the time of exchange must be attached.