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In Ireland there are two main licenses, a Provisional License and a Full Driving License. A Provisional License is for people learning how to drive in Ireland, while a Full Driving License is for those who have passed their driving test.

Provisional License

Before you apply for a provisional license in Ireland, you must pass a Driver Theory Test which examines your knowledge and understanding of the rules of the road. Once you have passed your Driver Theory Test, you can apply for a provisional license. There are some conditions associated with a Provisional License:

1. A provisional license last for 2 years
2. You can have a maximum of 3 licenses
3. You must do your test before you get your 2nd provisional
4. During your first and third provisional, you must have a licensed driver in the car to drive

Full License

To obtain a full license in Ireland, you must pass your driving test after holding a provisional license. Once you pass your driving test, you can apply for a full driving license for the category of vehicle you did your test for, in most cases for a car.

To rent a car in Ireland from Thrifty, you must hold a full unendorsed driver license for at least 2 years. If you have any questions about this, or any other topic, please do not hesitate to contact us.