The Official Highway Code for Northern Ireland 2026

The ONLY official Highway Code for Northern Ireland. Stay safe, stay legal, and stay up to date with the latest rules of the road. This essential new edition includes all current road traffic rules and guidance for Northern Ireland, together with important changes introduced through Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL). Graduated Driver Licensing comes into effect on 1 October 2026.

Key benefits and features

• learn the rules of the road - fully updated with the latest rules, regulations, and road signs for Northern Ireland
• understand safe driving - read advice on road safety and best practice for all road users, including drivers, motorcyclists, cyclists, horse riders, and pedestrians
• get ready for your theory test - key source material for theory tests
• learn about first aid - with expert first aid advice and guidance on dealing with road incidents
• essential for learner and newly qualified drivers - includes advice on vehicle licensing and maintenance while emphasising courtesy, attitude, and awareness

New to this edition

Fully updated to reflect the significant changes being introduced for learner drivers, newly qualified drivers, accompanying drivers, driving instructors, and parents or guardians supporting new drivers.

• introduction to the structured approach to learning – including a mandatory minimum learning period, a programme of training and learner logbook.
• graduated Driver Licensing requirements – understand the GDL
  requirements and the responsibilities they place on all road users.

The Northern Ireland Department for Infrastructure (Dfl) is the government department responsible for transport initiatives, roads, public transport, road users, transport planning, and more across Northern Ireland.