Subsidy for Obtaining a Driver's License

In order to enable individuals with disabilities to drive and move independently, some driving schools actively provide training. The costs for driving lessons will be subsidized as outlined below.

Eligible Individuals

Persons aged 18 or older with physical disabilities or intellectual disabilities who meet all of the following criteria

1. Those who have passed the driving license aptitude test and hold a Physical Disability Certificate of grade 1 to 3, or a Love Certificate of grade 4 or higher. However, those with internal disabilities of grade 4, or lower limb or trunk function disabilities of grade 4 to 5 who have difficulty walking are also eligible.
2. Those who have been residing in Inagi City for more than 3 months
3. Individuals whose annual Income Tax from the previous year is 400,000 yen or less
4. Those who have not received assistance for the costs required to obtain a license through other systems

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Subsidy Amount

Two-thirds of the eligible expenses such as admission fees and tuition fees for driving schools. However, the following amounts are the maximum limits.

Note: Limited to obtaining a Class 1 Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License.

Income Tax Amount from the Previous Year	Subsidy Limit Amount
0 yen	164,800 yen
From 1 yen to 42,000 yen	144,200 yen
From 42,001 yen to 400,000 yen	123,600 yen

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Required Documents

Before entering the driving school, be sure to bring something that shows the total cost of the planned training (such as a brochure) and your certificate (Physical Disability Certificate or Ai no Techo) for consultation and application.

Note: When a person with a physical disability or an intellectual disability obtains a driver's license, they may meet the passing criteria by wearing assistive devices or by limiting the type of vehicle, depending on the degree of their disability. For more details, please contact the information below.

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Contact Us

Tokyo Metropolitan Police Fuchu Driver's License Examination Center Location: 3-1-1 Tamamachi, Fuchu City Phone: 042-362-3591

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Reception Desk

Disability Welfare Division Disability Welfare Section

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