Can anyone sit next to a learner driver?
The rules on who can sit with a learner driver specify that you need to have held a valid licence for at least three years. This is so only drivers with relevant experience can sit with a learner driver.
How old do you have to be to sit next to a learner driver DVLA?
You can practise driving with family or friends. Anyone you practise your driving with (without paying them) must: be over 21. be qualified to drive the type of vehicle you want to learn in, for example they must have a manual car licence if they're supervising you in a manual car.
How old do you have to be to sit next to a learner driver?
Age of the Supervising Driver\n\n Anyone who is supervising a learner driver must be at least 21 years old. This is so they are likely to have sufficient driving experience, and significantly more than the learner.
When can you supervise a learner driver UK?
Eligibility. You can supervise a family member or friend who is learning to drive if: you're at least 21 years old. you're qualified to drive the type of vehicle they're driving - for example, you must have a manual car licence if you're supervising someone in a manual car.