English proficiency
Any person applying for the first time for a drivers licence MUST provide proof of their oral competence in the English language. Such proof will take the form of an original certificate or certified copy that they have passed a relevant English-Language qualification at a suitable level, which was assessed by a recognised and accredited awarding body.
Any applicants who have passed the Knowledge Test but cannot provide evidence of a suitable qualification in the English Language will be required to undertake an assessment of their communication skills. The assessment consists of a 20-minute exercise, taken on the computer at the Dartford Civic Centre, during which you will tested on various aspects of your speaking and listening ability. For licensing purposes, we will require candidates to score at least 56 out of 80.
Please contact the Vehicle Licensing Officer at vehiclelicensing@dartford.gov.uk to make an appointment.