Alright, so you wanna get yourself a Bermuda driver’s license, huh? Listen up, it ain’t rocket science, but there’s some stuff you gotta know. Don’t go thinkin’ you can just waltz in and get one. This ain’t no candy store, ya hear?
First things first, lemme tell ya, getting a driver’s license in Bermuda ain’t somethin’ you do overnight. It takes a bit of doin’. They don’t just hand ’em out like flyers at the market, ya know? You gotta prove you ain’t gonna go crashin’ into everythin’ in sight.
- You need to start with that application thingy. Driver’s License Application, they call it. Sounds fancy, but it’s just a paper you gotta fill out.
- And get this, you need a doctor to look at ya and say you’re fit to drive. Like, make sure you ain’t blind as a bat or somethin’.
- You gotta go down to the Transport Control Department, or TCD as them city folks call it. They got this Information Desk where you can grab the application form. Or, if you’re one of them tech-savvy types, you can probably find it online on that Bermuda government website thing.
Now, from what I hear, them TCD folks are gettin’ all modern. You can even do some stuff online now, like bookin’ your car inspection or renewin’ your license for your car or bike. But don’t go thinkin’ you can get your first license online, that ain’t gonna happen. You still gotta go down there and show your face.
And another thing, if you’re a foreigner, don’t even think about drivin’ a car here. They don’t let you do that. Guess they think you’ll drive on the wrong side of the road or somethin’. You might be able to get a license for a scooter or somethin’ small, but a car? Forget about it.
So, you got the application, you seen the doctor, now what? Well, I reckon you gotta take some tests. A written test, to see if you know the rules of the road. And a road test, to see if you can actually drive without killin’ yourself or somebody else. They’ll check if you can drive on the roads and won’t run over pedestrians! Don’t even think about skipping this, because the TCD is very strict about road safety. I once heard about this fellow who tried to take a short cut… Let’s just say he didn’t have much luck! Remember, follow their rules and instructions! They’re the bosses here!
Now, this part is important. They changed things up a bit recently. Used to be, your license was only good for a few years. Now, they give you up to ten years, which is mighty convenient if you ask me. But remember, that license ain’t gonna last forever. It expires, just like milk in the fridge. So you gotta renew it. And like I said, you can do that online now, if you’re drivin’ a regular ol’ car or one of them little putt-putt bikes.
They let you renew the license online for personal vehicles. That includes cars and auxilary cycles. But remember, this is only for renewals! If you are applying for a Bermuda driver’s license for the first time, you still have to go down to the TCD office. Makes sense if you ask me, because you can’t have a stranger driving around without any examination.
Bermuda driver’s licenses are important, ya see? You need one to drive legally. And you need to follow the rules. Don’t go thinkin’ you can bend the rules just ’cause you’re in a hurry or somethin’. They’ll catch ya, and then you’ll be in a heap of trouble. Trust me on this, ain’t no one wants to deal with fines and legal papers. Just follow their instructions and do things step by step, and you’ll be driving down Bermuda roads before you know it. But just make sure you be driving safely, ya hear?
So, to sum it all up, get the application, see the doctor, pass the tests, and don’t drive like a maniac. And if you got a car or a little bike, you can renew your license online. Easy peasy, right? Just remember, driving is a privilege, not a right. So be careful out there, and don’t go causin’ no trouble.
And one more thing, this here information is good for 2021, but things change. So, if you’re readin’ this years from now, don’t go blamin’ me if somethin’s different. Go check with them TCD folks, they’ll tell ya what’s what. Online scheduling is an option. And they deal with cars and bikes. They also call this procedure re-licensing. So be mindful of these terms!