Congratulations — you now have an Estonian driving licence!

In this step, you'll get some pointers on what to remember as a licence holder, and more general tips.


When driving the vehicle, check:

  • Is your driving licence and licence category valid? You can check this in the e-service. where you can also renew/replace a licence if necessary.
  • Is your health certificate valid? Check with the e-service. If necessary, apply for a new one through the Health Portal.
  • Does the vehicle you are driving correspond to the valid category on your driving licence and your valid medical certificate? For example, to drive a taxi with a total weight of up to 3500 kg and up to 9 seats, you need a Category B driving licence and a Group 2 health certificate.
  • Does your health allow you to drive a motor vehicle? You must be well-rested to drive. Also, you must not have consumed medication that affects your driving ability, or alcohol and drugs.
  • Is your vehicle in good technical condition? Does it have a valid technical inspection and road insurance? You can check the validity of the inspection and insurance from the e-service.
  • Is your knowledge of traffic rules sufficient? Whether it's speed limits in built-up areas, the use of lights in daylight and darkness, driving in wintery conditions, or ensuring the safety of the weakest road user in traffic, find the laws on the Estonian legislation website.
  • Do you use appropriate safety equipment to protect yourself and those travelling with you? It is the driver's responsibility to ensure that all passengers use safety equipment correctly. Find more on the Transport Administration’s website.