I want to obtain my first driving licence in Romania

5 tasks in suggested order

1. Check the conditions that apply to the driving-licence category you want to obtain.

When?

Before enrolling in/completing driving school and before finalising the application file.

Where / who?

DGPCI / an authorised driving school.

What to prepare?

Identity, domicile/residence and the medical/other evidence required for the category.

What to check?

Age and other conditions are not identical for every category; check the requirements for the specific category.

Official source: hub.mai.gov.ro

2. Complete the required training at an authorised driving school for the chosen category.

When?

Before the examinations.

Where / who?

An authorised driving school.

What to prepare?

The documents required by the school and the current regulations.

What to check?

The official process for obtaining a licence starts from completing driving school and then taking the examinations.

Official source: hub.mai.gov.ro

3. Submit/present the application file and complete identification, photograph and signature steps under the SPCRPCÎV procedure.

When?

After completing the training and when you are eligible for examination.

Where / who?

SPCRPCÎV / online appointment where available.

What to prepare?

The current application file required for the category.

What to check?

The exact document list and fees are volatile.

Official source: hub.mai.gov.ro

4. Take the theory test and, after passing it, the practical test.

When?

After the file is accepted and the examinations are scheduled.

Where / who?

DGPCI/SPCRPCÎV according to the appointment.

What to prepare?

The documents/identification required for the examination.

What to check?

Rules for rescheduling after an unsuccessful attempt follow the current procedure and should not be hard-coded in translations.

Official source: hub.mai.gov.ro

5. After passing, track the issuance and delivery of your driving licence.

When?

After a successful final result.

Where / who?

DGPCI / delivery according to the applicable procedure.

What to prepare?

The details provided during the examination process.

What to check?

Delivery times are operational data and may be updated.

Official source: hub.mai.gov.ro

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