Okay, here’s my story about how I got my Brunei driving license:
First off, let me tell you, getting a driver’s license in Brunei isn’t as simple as you might think. I mean, you can’t just walk into a place and say, “Hey, I wanna drive, give me a license!” Nope, it’s a whole process. When I decided I wanted to drive legally in Brunei, I started by enrolling in a driving school. I mean, you have to, it’s required. That’s where you learn all the road rules and stuff.
So, I went through all the theory lessons, you know, learning about road signs, traffic laws, and all that jazz. It was a bit boring, I’ll be honest, but hey, it’s important to know this stuff if you don’t want to get into trouble. After I finished all the theory lessons, it was time to hit the road, literally. I started with some basic driving lessons with an instructor, just getting the hang of things. They teach you all about controlling the car, parking, and maneuvering in traffic.

Once I felt comfortable enough, I had to pass a practical driving test. It was a bit nerve-wracking, I’m not gonna lie. I mean, this is it, right? The moment of truth. You’re driving around with an examiner, and they’re watching your every move. You’re trying to follow all the rules you learned, while also dealing with the pressure. But hey, I made it through! I passed the test and finally got my driving license. I heard some folks talking about getting an international driving permit in Brunei. They said it’s a translation of your national driving license that lets you drive in other countries. Sounds useful, but I haven’t looked into it yet.
One time, I needed to renew my license. Someone told me I could do it online, but I wasn’t sure how. I ended up going to the LTD Headquarters at Jalan Beribi and found this Online Service Counter with an Online Terminal. It was pretty convenient, actually. You just follow the instructions on the terminal, and boom, you’re done. And get this, you can even choose to collect your renewed license there. It was pretty smooth, I must say.
- Enroll in Driving School:
- Complete theory lessons on road rules:
- Practical Lessons:
- Pass the Driving Test:
- Get Your License:
This was my first move, signing up for driving school. It was pretty straightforward. You just go in, register, and pay the fees.
After enrolling, I attended the theory classes, learning about the rules of the road in Brunei. It was like being back in school, but for driving.
Once I was done with the theory part, I got into a car with an instructor. We practiced driving around, getting used to the car and the roads.
Then came the big day – the driving test. I was nervous, but I did everything I had learned, and I passed!
After passing the test, I just had to wait a bit, and then I got my actual driving license in the mail. It was a great feeling!
What about an International Driving Permit?
Now, I’ve heard some people talking about getting an International Driving Permit (IDP) in Brunei. Apparently, it’s like a translation of your national driving license, and it lets you drive in foreign countries. I haven’t really looked into it yet, but it sounds like something I might need if I ever plan to drive abroad. But for now, I’m just happy cruising around Brunei with my local license.
Someone mentioned needing to go to the Malaysian Embassy for information on getting a license in Brunei. I’m not sure why, maybe it’s for people from Malaysia or something. But I didn’t have to do that, so I can’t really say much about it. The whole process of getting a driving license in Brunei was an experience. But I’m glad I went through it, ’cause now I can drive around legally and safely. And that’s what matters, right?