PDVL Study Guide 2026
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PDVL exam key facts
- The Singapore PDVL application costs a non-refundable S$40, paid by credit or debit card when you apply on the GoBusiness portal. Source
- PDVL re-tests after 27 August 2026 are handled by Nanyang Polytechnic, which replaced Republic Polytechnic as the PDVL testing provider. Source
- A Singapore PDVL is valid for 3 years from issue, may be valid for less time for holders aged 67 and above, and drivers may not hold one past age 75. Source
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✍️ Sample PDVL Questions & Answers
1. What is the significance of the PHC (Private Hire Car) decal on Singapore private hire vehicles?
The PHC decal is a mandatory identifier showing the vehicle is properly registered and authorised for private hire use. It helps passengers verify they are getting into a legitimate vehicle.
2. What is the recommended procedure when a PHC driver encounters a breakdown on an expressway?
If a breakdown occurs on an expressway, the driver should move the vehicle to the emergency lane (left hard shoulder) immediately, activate hazard lights, place warning triangles at least 45 metres behind the vehicle to warn approaching traffic, and call for roadside assistance. Never remain in a live traffic lane.
3. Under LTA regulations, what happens if a PDVL driver operates without a valid PDVL?
Operating a private hire car for hire and reward without a valid PDVL is a criminal offence under the Road Traffic Act. The individual driver is personally liable, and licensed platform operators are required by LTA to ensure that all drivers on their platform hold valid PDVLs before they can accept bookings.
4. Which expressway connects the city centre of Singapore to the Changi Airport area?
The East Coast Parkway (ECP) runs along Singapore's eastern coastline and is the primary expressway connecting the city centre to the Changi Airport area, as well as to the eastern residential towns and the East Coast Park.
5. A licensed PHC operator must maintain records of all bookings for at least how long?
Licensed PHC operators in Singapore are required by LTA to retain records of all bookings, including driver details, trip details, and fare information, for a minimum period to facilitate audits, investigations, and enforcement actions if disputes or incidents arise.
6. What should a PDVL driver do at the end of each shift?
End-of-shift routines should include checking for lost items, cleaning the interior, reviewing the day's performance, refuelling, and reporting any vehicle maintenance issues.
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Sources & references
Exam facts on this page (fees, format, dates, passing scores) are checked against these official sources; the date is our last check. Editorial policy
- onemotoring.lta.gov.sg — Eligibility, fees, score release, score validity, renewal · verified Oct 2026
- rp.edu.sg — Retake policy · verified Oct 2026