Foreign citizens and stateless persons legally residing in Ukraine can now take the theoretical driving test in English. The Minister of Internal Affairs, Ivan Vyhivskyi, officially announced this, emphasizing the importance of integrating European standards and creating comfortable conditions for all categories of driving candidates.
Background and Essence of the Innovation
Previously, obtaining a driver's license at Ministry of Internal Affairs service centers presented a language barrier for non-residents, as testing was conducted exclusively in the state language. The new service aims to simplify the procedure for foreigners officially living or working in the country, ensuring equal opportunities for everyone wishing to successfully pass the knowledge verification stage.
Testing Conditions and Registration Procedure
According to the department, the exam format has only changed regarding the linguistic localization of questions, which are fully adapted to current Ukrainian legislation. Candidates can independently choose the testing language — Ukrainian or English. The registration process remains unchanged: online registration via 'E-zapis', a mobile application, or self-service terminals directly in MIA service centers is available.
