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==Procedure==
'''Apply In-Person''' 
#To apply for Driver Learner Permit in person, the applicant has to visit any nearest office of the Road Traffic Department in his/her state of residence.The address and contact details of branch offices across the country can be found in the “Office Locations & Contacts” Section. Or you may follow this link to find the address: [https://www.roadtraffic.gov.bs/contact-us/ Link]
#Applicants must provide proof that they have successfully passed the theory portion of the driving test.
#Collect the Application form from relevant authority or download here: [http://forms.bahamas.gov.bs/documents/RTD_APPLICATION%20FOR%20LICENCE%20TO%20DRIVE.pdf Link]
#Complete and submit the Licence to Drive a Motor Vehicle Form along with supporting documents to the clerk at the Road Traffic Department, Driver’s Licence Unit.
#The clerk will verify all documents, if requirements are met, applicant will be presented with a bill for payment to the cashier.
#Once the payment has been made, the cashier will issue a receipt of payment. This receipt must be returned to the clerk who, in turn, will process your documents for issuance of a learner’s permit.
#After the documents have been verified, the applicant will be called into the licence studio to have their photo taken for the learner’s permit.
#Then, the applicant will be issued the learner’s permit and he/she can apply for the practical exam segment of the driving test. 
 

==Required Documents==
*Passport or Voter’s Card
*National Insurance Smart Card
*Birth Certificate along with an Official Picture ID
*Non-Bahamians should present Passport, Permit to Reside, issued by The Bahamas Immigration Department (Work Permit, Residency Permit, Spousal Permit or Permanent Resident Permit). 
 
==Office Locations & Contacts==
'''Drivers’ Licence Unit:''' 
Thomas A. Robinson Stadium 
Eastern Entrance Section 4 
P.O. Box N-1615 
Nassau, 
The Bahamas 
 
'''Examination Unit:''' 
Thomas A. Robinson Stadium 
Eastern Entrance Section 4 Rm 81E 
P.O. Box N-1615 
Nassau, 
The Bahamas 
 
'''Agency Contact Info:''' 
Road Traffic Department 
Eastern Entrance Section 4 
P O Box N-1615 
Nassau, 
The Bahamas 
 
'''Email: roadtraffic@bahamas.gov.bs''' 
'''Tel.:''' (242)604-5402 | (242)604-5404 | (242)604-5409 
'''Fax:''' (242)322-8910 
Contact: [https://www.roadtraffic.gov.bs/contact-us/ Link] 
 
==Eligibility==
*You must be 17 years or older to apply for a learner’s permit.
*You must have successfully passed the theory portion of the driving test. 
 
==Fees==
The related fees to be paid is BS$15.00. 
 
==Validity==
A learner’s permit is only valid for six months. 
 
==Documents to Use==
Application Form: [http://forms.bahamas.gov.bs/documents/RTD_APPLICATION%20FOR%20LICENCE%20TO%20DRIVE.pdf Link] 
 
==Sample Documents==
Please attach sample completed documents that would help other people. 
 
==Processing Time==
*The learner’s permit can be provided within the same day of your visit to the Road Traffic Department once all required documents are presented and fees are paid. 
:Please Note: Non-Bahamians must be interviewed before receiving any driving credentials in The Bahamas. The interview will include the testing of the applicant’s knowledge of the Bahamas Highway Codes. 
 
==Related Videos==
Videos explaining the procedure or to fill the applications.
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Please remove the '&' inside the tags during implementation.
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sevenload, viddler, vimeo, youku, youtube
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e.g In the following url 'http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0US7oR_t3M' Video ID is 'Y0US7oR_t3M'. 
 
==Instructions==
*Learnerpermit holders when driving any vehicle, must carry the prescribed “L” plates at the front and back of the vehicle.
*Permit holders should always be accompanied by a person having a valid driver’s licence for not less than two years except when driving a bicycle, solo motor-cycle or any vehicle other than a motor vehicle, not constructed or adapted to carry more than one person. 
 
==Required Information==
*Last name
*Full Christian name
*Permanent address in the Bahamas
*National Insurance Number
*Passport Number
*Kind of licence
*Class of motor vehicle
*Particulars of any driving licence held
*Date of Birth (A person under 17 is not allowed to drive any motor vehicle)
*Queries related to mental and physical fitness required for driving 
 
==Need for the Document==
Persons learning to drive any vehicle must have a learner’s permit. 
 
==Information which might help==
*An applicant, who for the purpose of obtaining a licence knowingly makes any false statement, is liable to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 3 months. 
*A person who uses a motor vehicle on a public road without there being in force a policy of insurance or a security against third party risks in respect of personal injury is liable to a fine not exceeding $400.00 or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 3 months, or both such imprisonment and fine, and is also liable to be disqualified for holding or obtaining a licence. (Section 8 (2) and (3) Road Traffic Act, 1958). 
 
==Other uses of the Document/Certificate==
Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity. 
 
==External Links==
[https://www.roadtraffic.gov.bs/licencess/learners-permit/obtaining-a-learners-permit/ Link] 
 
==Others==
More information which might help people. 

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