Learner's licence

The South African learner's licence

Everything you need to pass first time - structure, study material, free practice test, and booking by province.

The test structure

68 questions total. You must pass each section independently - failing one section means failing the whole test.

Rules of the road

Speed limits, right of way, following distance, emergency vehicles.

Questions

30

Pass mark

22

Road signs

Warning, regulatory, and informatory signs. The hardest section for most candidates.

Questions

30

Pass mark

23

Vehicle controls

Lights, wipers, mirrors, seatbelts. Pass mark depends on licence code.

Questions

8

Pass mark

6 or 7

You have 1 hour. Most finish in 30–40 minutes. You can re-take immediately if you fail - no waiting period.

Booking by province