Vocational License Course (PDVL / TDVL)
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What is PDVL (Private Hire Car Driver’s Vocational License) ?
PDVL is a license required by LTA for individuals to drive Private hire cars.
Total Course Duration: 10hrs 30min
Requires completion of THREE e-tests, Duration 1hr 45min
How to get your vocational license
Apply for ATC (Approval To attend Course) letter.
Attend medical checkup.
Apply for PDVL / TDVL course.
Attend the PDVL / TDVL Course and Test.
Step-by-step guide to get your Vocational License
Ensure that you have the following documents before proceeding
MediSave contributions if self-employed
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Driver Support
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New Grab Driver-Partner benefits
Faster onboarding as a Grab Driver when you rent with us
Experience a streamlined, end-to-end journey with GrabRentals as we manage your Grab account on-boarding effortlessly.
Driver Mentor Programme
Get 1-on-1 training with a driver-partner pro and learn how to navigate the Grab Driver App! Get insider tips on how to earn up to 50% more*. Your mentor will be on Whatsapp to support you for your first 4 weeks.
Emerald Circle Fast Track
Fast Track lets you skip tiers and advance directly from Emerald to Sapphire Tier in 4 weeks (instead of 12) to enjoy a higher level of benefits including: priority allocation.
New Joiner Incentive
Get up to $3,000 in cash and fuel vouchers over your first 4 weeks driving with us!
Driver Support
GrabCab Exclusive: Taxi Driver's Vocational License (TDVL) Sponsorship
Get your course fees, ATC application fees, medical check up reimbursed! Total reimbursement fees for application capped at $400 for new to TDVL applicants, and $265 for PDVL to TDVL conversion applicants.
TDVL sponsorship T&Cs
Driver Support
GrabCab Exclusive: 6 months NTA membership
Gain access to more benefits and protection under the National Taxi Association!
NTA membership T&Cs
What is TDVL (Taxi Driver’s Vocational License) ?
TDVL is a license required by LTA for individuals to drive either a taxi or a private hire cars
Total Course Duration: 19hrs 30min
Requires completion of THREE e-tests, Duration 3hrs
PDVL holders can take a PDVL to TDVL conversion course and covert their license to a TDVL
Total Course Duration: 7hrs
Requires completion of TWO e-tests, Duration: 1hr 45min
How to get your vocational license
Apply for ATC (Approval To attend Course) letter.
Attend medical checkup.
Apply for PDVL / TDVL course.
Attend the PDVL / TDVL Course and Test.
Step-by-step guide to get your Vocational License
Ensure that you have the following documents before proceeding
MediSave contributions if self-employed
Already have a TDVL? Rent from GrabCab today
Rent a taxi directly from Grab! Here is why we’re your top choice:
Trusted Brand
Directly owned by Grab, our transparent pricing offers you a peace of mind when renting with us.
Save As You Drive
Boost your earnings with our trip incentive programme!
Instant Payouts
Instantaneous payouts for streethail earnings
TDVL Sponsorship and 6-month NTA membership
Kickstart your taxi career journey with the right resources!
Hassle-Free Rental
Experience a streamlined, end-to-end journey with GrabCab as we manage your Grab account onboarding effortlessly.
New Grab Driver-Partner benefits
Faster onboarding as a Grab Driver when you rent with us
Experience a streamlined, end-to-end journey with GrabRentals as we manage your Grab account on-boarding effortlessly.
Driver Mentor Programme
Get 1-on-1 training with a driver-partner pro and learn how to navigate the Grab Driver App! Get insider tips on how to earn up to 50% more*. Your mentor will be on Whatsapp to support you for your first 4 weeks.
Emerald Circle Fast Track
Fast Track lets you skip tiers and advance directly from Emerald to Sapphire Tier in 4 weeks (instead of 12) to enjoy a higher level of benefits including: priority allocation.
New Joiner Incentive
Get up to $3,000 in cash and fuel vouchers over your first 4 weeks driving with us!