Requirements
To apply for a Bus Driver’s Vocational Licence (BDVL), you must meet the following requirements:
1. Be at least 21 years old at the point of application
2. Be a Singapore Citizen, Singapore Permanent Resident, or a Work Permit holder with bus driver as your vocation
3. Have a valid Class 3 or 3A Singapore driving licence for a continuous period of at least 1 year at the point of application
- An applicant with a suspended or disqualified driving licence may be considered after the suspension or disqualification is over
4. Have up-to-date MediSave contributions (if you are self-employed)
- You can check if you are eligible for licence application or renewal by logging in your CPF Self-employment dashboard using Singpass. For more information, you may refer to CPFB’s FAQ site here.
5. Have a clean criminal record
- An applicant who committed any serious offences such as rape, murder or kidnapping will not be considered
- Applicants who committed less serious offences may be considered after the sentence has been completed. A testimonial from the relevant authority may be requested on a case-by-case basis
- Applicants serving supervision orders may be considered after the supervision order is completed and continue to maintain a clean record.
How do I apply?
Submit your application through GoBusiness Licensing portal. You can use a computer, tablet (7 inch and above) or a smart phone (5.5 inch and above) to access the portal.
Need some help? Check out the guide below.
Step-by-step guide on how to apply for a vocational licence via GoBusiness Licensing portal (PDF, 963kB)