| Item | Cost (SGD) | |------|-------------| | PDVL Refresher Course Fee | $85 – $120 | | Late fee (if you miss original appointment) | $20 – $50 | | Retest fee (if you fail first attempt) | $35 – $45 | | LTA administrative reinstatement fee | $0 (included in course) | | Total for successful fix | $85 – $120 | | Total if you fail once | $120 – $165 |

Note: Prices exclude 9% GST as of 2025.

A refresher on the physics of driving and accident prevention.

If your PDVL has been permanently revoked due to criminal convictions (e.g., drink driving causing death, using a fake licence), no refresher course will fix it. You must reapply from scratch after the disqualification period ends, which may involve retaking the full PDVL examination.

Follow this exact workflow to get your PDVL fixed in the shortest time possible (typically 14 to 30 days).

The Point-to-Point (P2P) transport landscape is constantly evolving. To ensure public safety and service quality, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) requires all PDVL holders to maintain their competency.

The PDVL Refresher Course is not just a bureaucratic requirement; it is a mandatory step for drivers who:

This guide outlines the curriculum, key focus areas, and preparation strategies to help you successfully complete the course.

The course is a 5-hour to 7-hour intensive session (usually completed in one day). Here is exactly what you will learn:

If you previously drove a taxi, you might instinctively think you can use bus lanes or pick up at taxi stands. The refresher course will trick you with questions that mix Taxi and PHV rules. Remember: PDVL = No bus lane (except for normal traffic), No street hail, No taxi stand.