PDVL Licensing Requirements Flashcards

What does PDVL stand for in Singapore?

Answer: Private Hire Car Driver's Vocational Licence

PDVL stands for Private Hire Car Driver's Vocational Licence, required for anyone who drives private hire vehicles for services like Grab and Gojek in Singapore.

Which authority issues the PDVL in Singapore?

Answer: Land Transport Authority (LTA)

The Land Transport Authority (LTA) is responsible for issuing and regulating PDVLs under the Private Hire Car Driver's Vocational Licence framework.

What is the minimum age requirement to apply for a PDVL in Singapore?

Answer: 21 years old

Applicants must be at least 21 years old to apply for a PDVL. This ensures drivers have sufficient maturity and driving experience before transporting passengers commercially.

What driving licence requirement must a PDVL applicant meet?

Answer: Must hold a valid Class 3/3A Singapore driving licence for at least 2 years

PDVL applicants must have held a valid Singapore Class 3 or 3A driving licence for at least 2 years, ensuring adequate driving experience before carrying fare-paying passengers.

What medical examination is required for PDVL applicants in Singapore?

Answer: A medical examination by a registered medical practitioner confirming fitness to drive commercially

PDVL applicants must pass a medical examination covering vision, hearing, general health, and any conditions that might impair driving ability. The medical certificate must be from a registered doctor.

What course must PDVL applicants complete before they can obtain their licence?

Answer: The Private Hire Car Driver's Vocational Licence course covering safe driving, service standards, and relevant regulations

Applicants must complete the PDVL course which covers topics including safe driving practices, passenger service excellence, relevant traffic laws, and the use of ride-hailing applications.