Traffic Department Learners Licence Price

The traffic department learners licence price in South Africa ranges between R95 and R200 in 2025, depending on your province. The cost typically involves two components: a booking fee (to schedule your learner’s test) and an issuing fee (to print the actual learner’s licence upon passing). For example, in Gauteng, the total can be as high as R320, combining the booking and issuing fee, while in the Free State, it can be as low as R145^[1].

As an example of current provincial fees:

• Gauteng: Booking Fee R200, Issuing Fee R120 (Total R320)
• Western Cape: Booking Fee R180, Issuing Fee R100 (Total R280)
• KwaZulu-Natal: Booking Fee R150, Issuing Fee R80 (Total R230)
• Eastern Cape: Booking Fee R120, Issuing Fee R70 (Total R190)
• Free State: Booking Fee R95, Issuing Fee R50 (Total R145)

The Western Cape Government specifically lists a booking fee of R68 and an issuing fee of R33 for the learner’s licence in their latest publication^[5]. Some municipalities may have additional or slightly varied administrative costs, so it is advisable to confirm the latest fees with your local Driving Licence Testing Centre.

Additional hidden costs may include:

• Passport-sized photographs (about R40 at some centres)^[2]
• Payment is often required in cash, as some testing centres may not accept cards^[1]
• Eye test (may be on-site or privately at extra cost)

Always bring the required identification, proof of residence, and any related documents when applying. For up-to-date fee information and booking processes, contact your nearest testing centre or visit their official website.

References

• [1] Learners License Cost in South Africa: Fees by Province, Booking & Hidden Costs
• [2] South African Traffic Department Fees – He and She Driving School
• [5] Learner’s licence | Western Cape Government