How to get a driver’s license in Bursa

How to get a driver’s license in Bursa for foreigners – Guide to driving in Turkey

Bursa city is one of the most beautiful cities in Turkey. It has fascinating tourist attractions. Moreover, it is called Green Bursa due to its landscapes and natural places. However, to visit all the wonderful places in Bursa, it is better to get a driver’s license. In this article from Ebla Real Estate, we will talk about how to get a driver’s license in Bursa for foreigners.

The driver’s license in Turkey:

Driving license in Turkey (Turkish: Sürücü belgesi) is a document issued by the relevant government agency, regional or local security force, confirming the holder is qualified to drive motor vehicles.

Driving license exams are regulated by the Ministry of National Education while the license is issued by the General Directorate of Security.

A foreign national can drive in Turkey with an EU license for six months. After six months, he has to convert to a Turkish license.

Types of driving licenses in Turkey:

A – A1 for Motorcycles
B – BE for cars
C1 for trucks up to 7500kg
C for trucks.
CE for trailer trucks.
C1 E for trucks up to 12000kg.
D1 for mini buses.
D for buses.

Obtaining a driver’s license in Bursa:

To obtain a driver’s license in Bursa, you have to enroll in a course in a driving school, pay the fees, bring the required documents and pass the theoretical and practical tests.

Applicants for a driving license in Bursa for the first time have to pass two theoretical and practical tests. The duration of the theoretical exam is 45 minutes. Moreover, the duration of the practical exam is 35 minutes.

Required documents to get a driver’s license in Bursa for foreigners.

Registration in a driving school in Bursa.
Pay the fees.
Moreover, the applicant must be at least eighteen years old in order to drive a car and at least sixteen to drive a motorbike.
A copy of the identity card or a copy of the residence permit.
Biometric photos.
Education Certificate (At least Primary Education Degree required).
Criminal record certificate.
Health report.

The exams of the driving license:

The theoretical exam:

Foreigners have to take about 3 weeks’ worth of theoretical lessons, consisting of about 12 hours of lessons on traffic and environment, 8 hours of first aid training, 6 hours of auto mechanics, and 6 hours of traffic etiquette. Moreover, they give you a handbook to read and learn the information necessary to pass the exam.

The 50-question multiple-choice exam will measure your theoretical knowledge of the subject matter. The applicant must achieve 70% out of 100 in the theoretical exam.

The practical exams:

You will have to take about 12 hours+ of driving lessons with an instructor. Moreover, it is mandatory for you to take these classes even if you already know how to drive.

During the exam, your instructor will ask you to complete a specific route and a set of maneuvers. Thus, you have to know when and where to make these moves.

If you pass that day, you will obtain a temporary license as you wait for your permanent license to arrive by mail. However, if you fail, you can retake the test three more times.

How often is the applicant entitled to take the driving license exam in Bursa?

The applicant can take the theoretical and practical tests four times for each one. However, if he fails, the file will be canceled and registration will have to be done again.

Driving license fee in Bursa:

(A) driver’s license costs about 150 $.
(B) driver’s license costs about 250 $.
In addition, a heavy vehicle driving license costs about 300 $.

However, costs may be changed due to inflation and annual increase in Turkey.

After paying the fees and passing the driving tests, you have to visit the website of the (Department of Personal Status) in Bursa to make an appointment to obtain a driver’s license.

Thus, we talked about how to get a driver’s license in Bursa for foreigners. We also talked about the required papers, the theoretical and practical tests and the driving license fees.

Edited by: Ebla Group Real Estate

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