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Types of Driving Licenses in Bangladesh
The Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA) issues several types of driving licenses:
• Learner's License — valid for 6 months, allows practice driving with a licensed driver
• Amateur License — for private/non-commercial vehicles
• Professional License — for commercial vehicles (trucks, buses, CNG)
• Motorcycle License — specifically for two-wheelers
You must first obtain a learner's license before applying for a permanent license.
• Learner's License — valid for 6 months, allows practice driving with a licensed driver
• Amateur License — for private/non-commercial vehicles
• Professional License — for commercial vehicles (trucks, buses, CNG)
• Motorcycle License — specifically for two-wheelers
You must first obtain a learner's license before applying for a permanent license.
Application Requirements
To apply for a driving license through BRTA:
• Valid NID card
• Medical fitness certificate from a registered doctor
• Passport-size photographs
• Fee payment at BRAC Bank (Learner: ৳150, Permanent: ৳1,450)
• Proof of address
• Completed online application at brta.gov.bd
After submitting your application, you will be scheduled for both a written test and a practical driving test at your designated BRTA office.
• Valid NID card
• Medical fitness certificate from a registered doctor
• Passport-size photographs
• Fee payment at BRAC Bank (Learner: ৳150, Permanent: ৳1,450)
• Proof of address
• Completed online application at brta.gov.bd
After submitting your application, you will be scheduled for both a written test and a practical driving test at your designated BRTA office.
Written Test Preparation
The written test covers traffic rules, road signs, and basic vehicle knowledge. Key areas to study:
• Bangladesh traffic laws and penalties
• Road signs (mandatory, cautionary, and informative)
• Right of way rules at intersections
• Speed limits in urban and highway areas
• Parking regulations
• Emergency procedures
Practice with sample questions available on the BRTA website. The test is typically 20-30 multiple-choice questions, and you need to score at least 70% to pass.
• Bangladesh traffic laws and penalties
• Road signs (mandatory, cautionary, and informative)
• Right of way rules at intersections
• Speed limits in urban and highway areas
• Parking regulations
• Emergency procedures
Practice with sample questions available on the BRTA website. The test is typically 20-30 multiple-choice questions, and you need to score at least 70% to pass.
Practical Test Tips
• Arrive early and bring all original documents
• Perform a pre-drive vehicle check (mirrors, seatbelt, lights)
• Follow the examiner's instructions calmly
• Use indicators for every turn and lane change
• Maintain proper speed — not too fast, not too slow
• Check mirrors frequently and acknowledge pedestrians
• Practice parallel parking and reverse driving beforehand
• Stay calm — nervous driving leads to automatic failure
If you fail, you can reapply after a waiting period. Many driving schools in Dhaka, Chittagong, and other cities offer affordable practice sessions.
• Perform a pre-drive vehicle check (mirrors, seatbelt, lights)
• Follow the examiner's instructions calmly
• Use indicators for every turn and lane change
• Maintain proper speed — not too fast, not too slow
• Check mirrors frequently and acknowledge pedestrians
• Practice parallel parking and reverse driving beforehand
• Stay calm — nervous driving leads to automatic failure
If you fail, you can reapply after a waiting period. Many driving schools in Dhaka, Chittagong, and other cities offer affordable practice sessions.
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