Zimbabwe Learners Licence

About the Learners Licence Test

The learners licence (provisional licence) is the first step to getting a full drivers licence in Zimbabwe. You must pass a written test covering road signs, rules of the road and vehicle controls.

Test Sections

Road signs — regulatory, warning and information signs
Rules of the road — right of way, overtaking, speed limits, traffic light rules
Vehicle controls — dashboard instruments, basic vehicle operation

How to Book

Visit Your Nearest VID Depot

Go to the Vehicle Inspection Department (VID) depot in your area. Major depots are in Harare (Eastlea), Bulawayo, Mutare, Gweru and other cities.

Bring Your Documents

Bring your national ID (original and copy) and two passport-size photographs.

Pay the Fee

Pay the test fee (approximately US$15-20).

Receive Your Test Date

You'll be given a date and time for your test. Tests are usually held on specific days of the week.

What to Study

The official study material is the Zimbabwe Highway Code. You should know:

All road signs — you must get 100% on this section
Road markings — single line, double line, broken line
Traffic rules — right of way at intersections, roundabouts, traffic lights
Speed limits — urban (60 km/h), rural (80-120 km/h)
Overtaking rules — when you can and cannot overtake
Vehicle controls — what each pedal and instrument does
Defensive driving — following distance, night driving, wet weather

Tip: Buy the Zimbabwe Highway Code booklet from the VID depot or a bookshop. Study the road signs thoroughly — you must get 100% on that section.

Pass Mark

Section	Pass Mark
Road Signs	100% (you must get every sign correct)
Overall (all sections combined)	83%

Note: Getting even one road sign wrong means you fail, regardless of your overall score. Focus heavily on road signs.

Fees

Service	Fee
Learners licence test	~US$15-20
Learners licence (after passing)	~US$10-15
Re-test (if you fail)	~US$15-20

After You Pass

Your learners licence is valid for 12 months
You may drive only with a licensed driver in the passenger seat
Display L plates on the front and back of the vehicle
You cannot drive on motorways/highways with a learners licence
Start driving lessons with a registered driving school to prepare for your driving test

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the pass mark for the Zimbabwe learners licence test?

You must score at least 100% on the road signs section and at least 83% overall to pass the learners licence test.

How much does the learners licence test cost?

The learners licence test fee is approximately US$15-20. The learners licence itself costs an additional fee once you pass.

How long is a learners licence valid?

A Zimbabwe learners licence is valid for 12 months from the date of issue.

How many times can I retake the test?

There is no limit on retakes, but you must pay the test fee each time. There may be a waiting period between attempts.