News & Tips — Royal Motoring School

Guides

How to get your driving licence in Malta — the complete guide

From learner's permit to final test: every step, every cost, and how long it really takes.

20 Jul 2026 · Read →

Safety

The seatbelt habit that saves lives on short trips

Most Malta journeys are under 15 minutes — and that's exactly the problem.

19 Jul 2026 · Read →

Guides

Why learner permit applications get rejected — and how to avoid it

Most rejections come down to two photos. Get them right the first time.

18 Jul 2026 · Read →

Safety

Your phone is the most dangerous thing in the car

A three-second glance at 50 km/h is 40 metres driven blind.

17 Jul 2026 · Read →

Rules & TM

Malta's penalty points system: what every driver must know

12 points and your licence is gone — here's how the system works.

16 Jul 2026 · Read →

Guides

The Malta theory test, explained

What it costs, how to study, and how Royal students prepare for free.

15 Jul 2026 · Read →

Malta roads

New to Malta? You'll be driving on the left

The adjustment is faster than you fear — with the right first steps.

14 Jul 2026 · Read →

Rules & TM

Your first 3 years: probationary licence rules

New drivers live under stricter rules — including a near-zero alcohol limit.

13 Jul 2026 · Read →

Tips

Manual or automatic? How to choose your licence

The choice affects what you can drive, what you'll pay, and even job options.

12 Jul 2026 · Read →

Guides

Final test day: what actually happens

From meeting your examiner to the drive itself — what to expect, minus the mystery.

11 Jul 2026 · Read →

Tips

How many lessons do you actually need?

The honest answer, from 55+ years of teaching Malta to drive.

10 Jul 2026 · Read →

Safety

Driving with children: seats, belts and the back row

The rules of thumb every parent-driver should know.

9 Jul 2026 · Read →

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