Hey everyone, I’m back! Today, I want to share my experience with getting a driver’s license in Guyana. You know, it’s one of those things that seems pretty straightforward, but it can get a bit tricky. So, let me walk you through what I did.
First things first, I started by doing some research online. I read through some government websites and forums to get an idea of what the process involved. Turns out, you gotta get a learner’s permit first before you can even think about the actual driver’s license.
So, I downloaded the driver’s manual from the official site. I started reading this thing cover to cover. There’s a lot of info in there about road signs, rules, and safety procedures. I even took notes, like I was back in school or something!

Next, I registered for the learner driver’s theoretical program. It’s like a classroom session where they teach you all the theory stuff. They also make you complete a first aid book, which I thought was a nice touch. Safety first, right?
After getting through the theoretical part, I went to a driving school. I took some lessons to get comfortable with the car and driving on the roads here in Guyana. My instructor was a real patient guy, thankfully, because I was pretty nervous at first.
With some practice under my belt, I went ahead and applied for the learner’s permit. I had to gather some documents – ID, proof of address, the usual stuff. Then I headed to the License Office in Georgetown. It’s in this place called Eve Leary, on Young Street. The building looks kinda old, but it’s where you gotta go.
Once there, I submitted my application and paid the fee. It was around 4,500 Guyana Dollars, if I remember correctly. They accept electronic payments, which is convenient.
After a few weeks, I got my learner’s permit. Finally! But that’s not the end of it. You gotta practice driving with a licensed driver for a while before you can apply for the real deal.
So, I spent the next few months driving around with a friend who had a license. We practiced on different roads, in different conditions. I even did some parallel parking, which is always a pain.
Once I felt confident enough, I applied for the driver’s license test. There’s a written part and a practical driving part. I made sure to study the manual again and practiced my driving some more.
On the day of the test, I was a bit nervous, but I tried to stay calm. The written test was okay. I think I got most of the questions right. Then came the driving test.
I drove around with the examiner, following his instructions. We did some turns, stops, and even a hill start. I think I did pretty well, although I did stall the car once. Oops.
In the end, I passed! The examiner said I did a good job, except for that little stall. I was so relieved and happy. I finally got my Guyana driver’s license!

So, that’s my story. It took a bit of time and effort, but it was worth it. Now I can drive around legally and explore more of this beautiful country. If you’re thinking of getting a driver’s license here, just remember to be patient, study hard, and practice a lot. Good luck!
- Step 1: Research and download the driver’s manual.
- Step 2: Register and complete the learner driver’s theoretical program and first aid book.
- Step 3: Take driving lessons at a driving school.
- Step 4: Apply for a learner’s permit at the License Office.
- Step 5: Practice driving with a licensed driver.
- Step 6: Apply for and take the driver’s license test (written and practical).
- Step 7: Celebrate getting your driver’s license!
Hope this helps anyone looking to get their license in Guyana. Drive safe!