Asylum seekers can now apply for driving licences

Asylum seekers can now apply for driving licences

Those in Direct Provision can now apply for both provisional and full driving licences. 

Asylum seekers can apply for driving licences and learner permits as of today.

An amendment is set to be made to the Road Traffic and Roads Bill to ensure that any person who is legally entitled to reside in Ireland can apply for a provisional and full driving licence.

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