Every step from registration to full licence — for Singapore and Japan.
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Singapore — Class 3 / 3A Car Licence
1
Register at an Approved Centre
Choose BBDC (Bukit Batok), CDC (ComfortDelGro), or SSDC (Serangoon). You will need your NRIC/FIN and pass a basic eyesight test. Min. age: 17 (car), 18 (motorcycle).
2
Pass the Basic Theory Test (BTT)
50 multiple-choice questions, 90% pass mark (45/50). Tests traffic signs, road rules and hazard awareness. Book online via OneMotoring. Fee: $7.09 (with GST).
3
Start Practical Lessons
Begin driving lessons at the centre. A Class 3 course typically requires 20–35 lessons depending on ability. Each lesson is 1 hour on an in-circuit or road session.
4
Pass the Final Theory Test (FTT)
50 questions on advanced driving — hazard perception, expressway rules, night driving. Must have completed at least 5 practical lessons before booking. Fee: $7.09.
5
Complete Remaining Practical Lessons
Continue lessons until the centre certifies you ready. Most centres require a minimum standard before booking the TP (Traffic Police) test.
6
Pass the Traffic Police Driving Test
A 45-min driving test with a TP evaluator. Routes are set by the centre. A score of 18 or fewer demerit points passes. Fee: $35.97 (with GST).
7
Collect Your Driving Licence
Collect at the Traffic Police Road Safety Community Park or OneMotoring counter. The Probationary Driving Licence (PDL) is displayed on your car for 1 year.
Typical timeline: 4–12 months depending on lesson frequency. Most people take 3–6 months. The theory tests can be taken within 1–2 months of starting.
TheoryLane — Singapore & Japan Driving Theory Test