When a driver's license is issued for the first time, it is granted for a period of two years on a probationary basis . The probationary period begins on the date of issuance. When a driver’s license is issued to the holder of a license issued abroad, the time since that license was obtained is counted toward the probationary period.

The probationary driver’s license was introduced to mitigate the risks posed by novice drivers. The goal is to promote safer and more considerate driving behavior; in particular, it aims to foster risk awareness and improve the ability to recognize hazards.