Driving Licence in Visakhapatnam

Offline Process:

You can simply visit the local RTO and apply for your DL. The process of application for a DL by visiting an RTO in Visakhapatnam is discussed below:

1. Collect the DL application form from the RTO.
2. Duly fill up the application form and submit the same along with the prescribed documents.
3. Pay the fee for the DL application.
4. Next, you will be provided with a date and time-slot for your DL test.
5. You will be required to take the test on the said date and once you pass the test, the RTO will issue the DL.

Online Process:

You can also apply for your driving licence online. The process of application for a DL online is given below:

1. Visit the official website of Ministry of Road Transport & Highways at https://parivahan.gov.in/parivahan//en.
2. Click on 'Online Services' from the top menu.
3. Click on 'Driving Licence Related Services' from the drop-down menu.
4. Choose 'Andhra Pradesh' from the drop-down list of states.
5. Click on the 'Apply for Driving Licence' option.
6. Click on the 'Continue' button.
7. Next, you have to enter the learner's licence number and your date of birth.
8. Click on the 'OK' button.
9. Fill up the forms and follow the on-screen directions.
10. Submit the necessary documents.
11. Book a date and time slot to take the test and pay the fee.
12. Once the fee has been paid and the status has been verified, take a print-out of the receipt.
13. Visit the RTO on the date that the test has been scheduled.
14. The RTO will issue the DL, once you have passed the test.

Eligibility Criteria to Apply for Driving Licence in Visakhapatnam

The eligibility criteria that must be met to apply for a DL in Visakhapatnam are mentioned below:

1. You must be aware of all the traffic rules
2. You must have a valid learner's licence before applying for a DL. You can apply for a permanent driving licence 30 days after getting a learner's licence and not more than 180 days after the LL has been issued.
3. You must be at least 16 years old to for a two-wheeler (that runs on a less than 50 cc engine) driving licence.
4. You must be at least 18 years old to apply for a two-wheeler (that runs on a more than 50 cc engine) and/or light motor vehicle driving licence.
5. You must be at least 20 years old to apply for a heavy motor vehicle (commercial) driving licence.

RTO Fees to Apply for a Driving Licence in Visakhapatnam

There are a few pre-defined fees and charges which are applicable to different services offered by the RTO in Visakhapatnam. These may be summed up as follows:

Documents Required to Apply for DL in Visakhapatnam

The documents that must be submitted when you apply for a DL in Visakhapatnam are mentioned below:

1. Proof of address such as passport, voter's ID, ration card, LIC policy bond, etc.
2. Proof of age such as birth certificate, passport, educational certificate, etc.
3. Original Learner's licence.
4. Three passport-sized photographs.
5. In the case of a commercial driving licence, Form 5 must be submitted.
6. Application form (Form 4) must be submitted.

RTO Offices in Visakhapatnam

There are two RTOs in Visakhapatnam. The details are as follows: