Applying to collect a driving licence in the Netherlands
Have you passed your practical driving test? You can then collect your driving licence at your municipality. You are not allowed to drive a vehicle until you have collected your driving licence.
In the Netherlands the minimum age to sit a practical driving exam for a car is 17 years. Those who pass are only allowed to drive with a coach (supervisor), until they are 18. If you want to apply for a driving licence as a 17-year old, you must first apply for a begeleiderspas (accompanied driving permit) (in Dutch). You can then select up to 5 supervisors who can register to accompany you while driving. The names of the supervisors you have chosen will be on the accompanied driving permit. These supervisors accompany you while you are driving until your 18th birthday.
This is how it works for you
Here is some information from your municipality.
Applying to collect a driving licence in the Netherlands
Please note. You can only apply for a driver's license if you live in the Netherlands and are registered with a municipality.
Do not make an appointment until your driver's license expires in 6 weeks. Earlier is not necessary.
Medical examination
You must have a medical examination in one of the following cases:
- You are 75 years of age or older.
- You have complaints or disabilities that affect your ability to drive.
- You are applying for a license to drive a truck or bus.
At the Municipality of Groningen, you can apply for your driver's license online or at the counter.
Online
For the online application you need DigiD.
Required for your appointment
- When renewing: Your old driver's license.
- In case of 1st application or loss: Your passport or ID card.
- Passport photo that meets the requirements and is not older than 6 months.
- rom 75 years of age and in some other cases a health certificate.
Aan het loket
Required for your appointment
- When renewing: Your old driver's license.
- In case of 1st application or loss: Your passport or ID card.
- Passport photo that meets the requirements and is not older than 6 months.
- rom 75 years of age and in some other cases a health certificate.
Check the most recent prices on the 'rijbewijs aanvragen' page, on the website of the municipality of Groningen.
Questions about this topic?
Contact the Municipality of Groningen