Bus Provisional Licence Explained: How to Apply for a Category D Provisional

How to apply for a Category D (bus) provisional licence in the UK. Eligibility, D2 form, D4 medical, costs, processing times, theory test.

The Category D provisional licence is the first step to becoming a professional bus or coach driver. This guide explains who needs it, how to apply, what it costs, and what comes next including the theory test and Driver CPC.

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