Alright, so I decided to get myself a Nigerian driver’s license. I’m not gonna lie, it was a bit of a headache figuring it all out at first. I mean, the whole process seemed like a maze, but I got through it.
First things first, I had to get acquainted with what the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) wanted. You know, the usual stuff like ID, proof of age, and all that jazz. I went online and filled out the application form on their website. It was a bit tedious, but hey, what can you do?
Next up, I had to pay the license fee. I chose to do it online because, let’s be real, who wants to stand in line at the bank these days? They said it would be around 25,000 Naira for a three-year license. I also found some information saying you can pay from 50 Naira which is a bit confusing. Anyway, I paid for it.
After that, I had to visit the Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO) for a driving test. I’m not the best driver, so I was a bit nervous, but I managed to pass somehow. Don’t ask me how, I just did.
Then came the fun part – biometrics. I went to the FRSC office, and they took my photo, fingerprints, and all that. It felt like I was in some spy movie or something. Once that was done, they gave me a temporary driver’s license that’s valid for 60 days.
- Fill out the application: I started by filling out the driver’s license application form online. It was pretty straightforward.
- Visit VIO: Then, I scheduled a visit to the VIO for my driving test. I practiced a bit beforehand, which I think helped.
- Pay the fee: I paid the license fee online. It was convenient, and I got a confirmation right away.
- Biometrics: After that, I went to the FRSC office to get my biometric data captured. This was quick and easy.
- Temporary license: They issued me a temporary driver’s license on the spot, valid for 60 days.
Now, I’m just waiting for the actual license to arrive. They said I could pick it up at the State Board of Internal Revenue (BIR) office after 60 days. Fingers crossed it comes soon!
Oh, and I also looked into getting an International Driver’s Permit (IDP). Apparently, that costs somewhere between 15,000 and 25,000 Naira. I might get one later, but for now, I’m just happy to have a Nigerian license.
So yeah, that’s my experience getting a Nigerian driver’s license. It wasn’t the easiest thing in the world, but I got it done. If you’re planning on doing the same, just be prepared for a bit of bureaucracy and a lot of waiting around. Good luck!