Learning to drive in TRNC

TheBlackOlive


Joined: 06/04/2008
Posts: 755

Message Posted:
09/04/2009 13:26

Does anyone know the costs involved in learning to drive here?



I am having lessons and think the costs are incredibly high. I paid 200 TL for my 5 minute theory test and 200 TL for my provisional license. My instructor tells me I now have to pay 300 TL to get stamps in my license to show I have had the required number of lessons before I can take my test. He also tells me the test costs 200 TL. It all adds up to a lot of money with 50 TL per hour lesson.

deecyprus4


Joined: 27/07/2008
Posts: 3452

Message Posted:
09/04/2009 13:50

Hells bells that is a lot, how many lessons do you have to take...judging by the driving of some here I would say none lol.

batgirl


Joined: 04/02/2009
Posts: 676

Message Posted:
09/04/2009 13:54

I took my test here.

900tl (1000tl now) for the minimum 10 lessons ,(I had 6) this includes your L licence/theory test/the driving test/ and your licence for one year if you pass

kaiserphil


Joined: 14/12/2008
Posts: 1096

Message Posted:
09/04/2009 14:03

Sounds as though you're being seen off. But who knows, this is the TRNC?

fire starter


Joined: 19/06/2008
Posts: 3401

Message Posted:
09/04/2009 15:10

i'm interested in what you actually learn for the theory test?

is that on how to drive whilst using a telephone?

could it be when to jump a red light and when not to?

how to make a quick getaway after crunching someone elses car when parking?

how much scotch you can drink before you know your drunk and driving?



i'm sure there is loads to learn,lol.

cypruschauffer


Joined: 26/09/2007
Posts: 234

Message Posted:
10/04/2009 11:29

batgirl,hi which company did you go with as i know someone who would like to to have lessons.

TRNCVaughan


Joined: 27/04/2008
Posts: 4578

Message Posted:
10/04/2009 11:35

My wife used Ozbek(spelling?) near Girne police station - market road. Can't remember how much, but not as much as you quote.

One of the reasons they are such poor drivers here is that you are obliged to have a minimum number of lessons before taking your test. Your instructor may actually say you are good enough and don't need that many, however you still need to pay for them. You pay full whack, he gives you a couple of lessons, no-one fails.

spangles


Joined: 22/10/2008
Posts: 411

Message Posted:
10/04/2009 11:36

Could that be one of the reasons I have seen TCs going South for their driving lessons - being met at the south side of the Ledra crossing by their instructor?

batgirl


Joined: 04/02/2009
Posts: 676

Message Posted:
10/04/2009 11:40

Ergunes,



Their main office is up the road leading to the police stn,on the left.

I had several lessons in the UK beforehand and also I opted for automatic only as its one less thing to worry about when driving

They also now have an office in Alsancak on the village road ,almost into Lapta

fire starter


Joined: 19/06/2008
Posts: 3401

Message Posted:
10/04/2009 12:16

spangles

this is something we are interested in as our son will be 18 soon, and it may be better to get him an e.u licence.

does anyone have any info on going south for lessons or the test?

keithcaley



Joined: 13/06/2008
Posts: 2521

Message Posted:
10/04/2009 12:25

Hi,

You are probably aware of this, 'cos it has been mentioned before: -

The authorities on the South side will only allow EU passport holders to drive on an EU driving licence - NOT a TRNC driving licence.

TCs who are crossing the Green Line using their TRNC ID cards are allowed to use TRNC driving licences.

I don't know what rules apply to Foreigners who have gained TRNC citizenship and a Kimlik card - anyone else know?

Keith.

fire starter


Joined: 19/06/2008
Posts: 3401

Message Posted:
10/04/2009 12:39

i think if you pass your test here your licence is only valid for one year in the uk and you would have to take a test after that time.this is why we are thinking bout lessons in the south for our son.

Brinsley


Joined: 04/04/2009
Posts: 6858

Message Posted:
10/04/2009 13:12

All you need to know is how to steer one handed whilst talking on your mobile trying to negotiate lighting a cigarette simutaniously ignoring zebra crossings cutting up any cyclist (how dare they be on the road) and when asked for your parking skills charge up onto the nearest pavement ignoring any pedestrians 'en route' screeching to a halt still clutching your open tin of Efes. That should do it, you'll pass with flying colours! Try inserting going round the roundabout anti clockwise, plenty of brownie points there!!



Richard

NatAless



Joined: 31/03/2009
Posts: 789

Message Posted:
10/04/2009 17:18

hehehe lol!

Hi Batgirl & TRNCVaughan can you recommend the name of your instructor please? I take it they spoke English and the theory test was in English? I am interested in taking lessons and have seen the centre nr Girne police station, this would be good as it's quite close to my house...

Many thanks

Natx

batgirl


Joined: 04/02/2009
Posts: 676

Message Posted:
10/04/2009 19:35

Sorry but can,t remember her name but she does speak ok english ,long thick black hair,late forties,swears at taxi,s etc but good fun,also theory is a q&a of the uk based highway code a little outdated but you are given a book to learn from,all common sense really

good luck

deecyprus4


Joined: 27/07/2008
Posts: 3452

Message Posted:
10/04/2009 20:04

Firestarter and Brinsley how right you are...and also overtaking on the inside they do that a lot as well...lol