Home/Singapore/Foreign Driving License Conversion Btt Guide

License Conversion

Singapore Foreign Driving License Conversion & BTT Guide 2026

Complete guide to converting a foreign driving license to a Singapore licence. Explains the 12-month rule for EP holders, 3-month PR rule, Basic Theory Test (BTT), & Traffic Police Ubi appointment.

Statutory Overview & Driving Framework

Foreigners residing in Singapore on an Employment Pass (EP), S Pass, Dependant's Pass (DP), or Student Pass who intend to drive after 12 months of stay must convert their foreign driving license to a Singapore Class 3 or 3A license under Traffic Police Singapore rules. Permanent Residents (PRs) must complete conversion within 3 months of receiving PR status. Conversion requires passing the Basic Theory Test (BTT) at one of three driving centers (CDC, BBDC, or SSDC), followed by an appointment at Traffic Police Headquarters (10 Ubi Avenue 3). Converted license holders are subject to a 12-month probation period.

Singapore Traffic Police Enforcement Notice

Singapore strictly enforces left-hand driving rules, digital speed cameras, ERP 2.0 satellite toll gantries, and zero-tolerance drink driving limits (35mcg/100ml breath limit under RTA Sec 67).

Key Road Regulations & Legal Mandates

12-Month EP & 3-Month PR Conversion MandatesConversion Timeline

EP/DP holders can drive on foreign license for up to 12 months; PRs must convert within 3 months.

Basic Theory Test (BTT) Mandatory ExamBTT Exam

50-question computer-based test (passing score 45/50, 90%) conducted at CDC, BBDC, or SSDC.

Original Overseas License Validity CriteriaLicense History

Foreign license must be valid, issued before obtaining Singapore work pass, and accompanied by certified English translation.

Traffic Police Ubi HQ In-Person AppointmentTraffic Police Ubi

Must book appointment via FormSG and present original passport, work pass, BTT slip, and overseas license at 10 Ubi Ave 3.

Qualification & Compliance Requirements

Applies to long-term pass holders (EP, S Pass, DP, LTVP) and Permanent Residents.

Must have resided in the license-issuing country for at least 6 months within a 12-month period around license issuance.

Work Permit holders undergo specific MOM training scheme; Class 3A allows automatic transmission only, Class 3 covers manual.

Newly converted drivers carry a 12-month probation status (max 12 demerit points allowed).

Statutory Document & Driving Checklist

Road Traffic Act (Cap. 276, Section 35 Foreign Licenses)

Original Valid Overseas Driving License & Certified Translation

Passport, EP/PR Card, & Entry Permit Confirmation

Singapore BTT Pass Result Certificate Slip

Traffic Police HQ (Ubi) FormSG Appointment Slip & S$50 Fee

Step-by-Step Driving & Licensing Process

Open Account at Driving Centre & Book BTT Test

Pass Basic Theory Test (Score 45/50+)

Complete 50-minute BTT computerized test and obtain passing certificate slip.

Submit FormSG Pre-Assessment to Traffic Police

Submit online pre-assessment form on Singapore Police Force (SPF) portal.

Attend Appointment at Traffic Police HQ (10 Ubi Ave 3)

Present original passport, work pass, foreign license, translation, and BTT slip to Traffic Police officer.

Receive Digital Singapore Driving Licence

Pay S$50 fee; digital driving licence appears in Singpass app under SPF services.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

An Employment Pass (EP) holder can drive on a valid foreign license accompanied by an International Driving Permit (IDP) or English translation for up to 12 months from arrival, after which conversion to a Singapore license is mandatory.

You must score at least 45 out of 50 questions (90%) on the Basic Theory Test (BTT) to pass.

Yes, but Permanent Residents (PRs) must complete driving license conversion within 3 months of acquiring PR status.

The Traffic Police Headquarters is located at 10 Ubi Avenue 3, Singapore 408865.

A Class 3A license permits driving automatic transmission vehicles only. A Class 3 license permits driving both manual and automatic transmission vehicles.

Yes. Newly converted drivers are placed on a 12-month probation period during which accumulating 13 or more demerit points results in license revocation.

Statutory Benchmark Metrics

EP Conversion Rule

Mandatory Within 12 Months

PR Conversion Rule

Mandatory Within 3 Months

Required Exam

Basic Theory Test (BTT)

Conversion Fee

S$50 Traffic Police Fee

⭐ Low-Fee Money Transfer Real Exchange Rate

Wise Global Money Transfer

Send money across 50+ currencies with real mid-market exchange rates and zero hidden bank markup fees.

Transfer Money with Wise

🛡️ Guaranteed Mid-Market Rate

⭐ LTA & TP VERIFIED🔒 Official Portal

Singapore Traffic & Driving Security

Verify official foreign driving license conversion rules, BTT exam booking, DIPS demerit point status, and OneMotoring COE bidding on official Singapore portals.

Access LTA OneMotoring Portal

✔ Official LTA & Traffic Police Service