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HOW TO GET LISENCE IN UK

go to post office and ask for provisional license forms, you will require 2 passport pictures which must be signed by doctor or someone in a authority job, e.g doctor, lawyer, police only catch is they must have known you for 2 yrs.

once you receive this you can then begin lessons with qualified instructor (recommended) usually about 22 quid for a 1 hr lesson or someone who has license for 3 yrs. but beware if not using an instructor as u could pick up many bad habits which would cause you to fail test.

once started lessons get book or cd on driving theory, this is road signs, do and dont's, motorway. as well as hazard theory.
apply to sit theory and hazard test, about 40 quid.

once passed this you can then concentrate on passing driving tast roughly about 40 lessons depending on age and ability.

passore test. test usually 45 pounds but most have a lesson bef and then sit pass plus,depending on instructor this can be done with them. this lowers first year car insurance, once you have your driving license you can then go for driving lessons for the lgv license and practical exam, but beware this can be pricey this page can send you information pack covering the lgv test.

The cost of a driving licence

Licence type first licence Fees
First provisional - car, motorcycle, moped £50.00
First provisional - bus or lorry Free
First full GB licence in exchange of a full European Community/European Economic Area (EC/EEA) or other foreign licence (including Channel Island and Isle of Man) £50.00
Licence type provisional to full Fees
Provisional to full car, motorcycle, moped, bus or lorry Free
Provisional to full car, motorcycle, moped after disqualified till test pass Free
N Ireland with GB test pass Free
Licence type renewal Fees
From age 70 Free
For medical reasons Free
Bus or lorry Free
After disqualification £65.00
If disqualified for some drink driving offences * £90.00
After revocation (under the New Drivers Act) £50.00
Renewing the photo on your licence £20.00
Licence type duplicate Fee
Replace lost or stolen licence £20.00
Licence type exchange Fees
Add entitlement to full licence Free
Photocard to photocard (including removing expired endorsements) £20.00
Paper licence for a photocard licence (including removing expired endorsements) £20.00
Full Northern Ireland licence Free
Full valid EC/EEA or other foreign licence including Channel Island & Isle of Man if previous full GB licence held Free
Licence type replacement Fee
Change of name and or address - you must surrender your existing licence Free
* If disqualified for an alcohol-related offence where DVLA need to arrange medical enquiries (see booklet D100, section 10)
How to pay
• please do not send cash, bank notes or blank postal orders with your application. DVLA cannot be held responsible if they go missing
• make your cheques or postal orders payable to 'DVLA Swansea'
• please do not post-date your cheque, DVLA cannot accept it
• remember to sign and date your cheque and make it payable for the correct amount ensuring that the amount written in words matches the amount written in figures
• on the back of your payment, please write your full name, address, date of birth and or drivers number if known
• if you underpay, your application will be returned to you for the correct payment
Renewing your driving licence at 70 plus
Your driving licence entitlement will expire when you reach the age of 70 and if you want to continue to drive, the entitlement will need to be renewed by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA). Your renewed licence will normally be valid for three years.
Apply online
You can renew your driving licence using DVLA’s secure online service, however, you won't be able to renew your C1 (medium size vehicles) and or D1 (minibus) entitlement. To renew these entitlements you can apply by post or use the premium checking service.
• Apply online to renew your driving licence at age 70 plus
Photocard licence holders
DVLA will send you, 90 days before your 70th birthday, a D46P ‘application for renewal of a driving licence'.
You’ll need to:
• complete the D46P form
• send it to DVLA, Swansea SA99 1AA
• return your photocard driving licence and counterpart
A message on your D46P form will let you know if your photo is due for renewal and you’ll need to include a new passport type photo.
You’ll also need to enclose original identity documentation if your name has changed since your last licence was issued.
No fee is needed with this application.

Renewing without a D46P ‘application for renewal’
If, for any reason, you don’t receive the reminder application forms you can use the D1 ‘application for a driving licence’. This form is available from the DVLA form ordering service and Post Office® branches.
You’ll also need to check the photo on your licence to be sure that it isn’t about to expire. The expiry date of your photo is shown in section 4b on the front of your driving licence.
You won’t be able to renew your photo using the online service.
• DVLA form ordering service Opens new window
Paper licence holders
DVLA will send you a D46P form, 90 days before your 70th birthday.
You’ll need to:
• complete the D46P form
• enclose original documentation confirming your identity
• include a passport type colour photograph
• send your application and documents to DVLA, Swansea SA99 1AA or you can use the premium checking service at selected Post Office® branches or DVLA local offices
You can also use a D1 form if you don’t receive the D46P in the post.
• Identity documents and photograph criteria
• Premium checking service
Renewing your C1 or D1 entitlement
To renew your previously held C1 or D1 entitlement, whether full or restricted, or if you intend to drive minibuses on a voluntary basis, you must enclose a D4 ‘medical examination report’ completed by a doctor in support of your application.
When to expect your licence
DVLA aims to deliver your new driving licence to you within three weeks of receiving your application. It'll take longer if they have to check your health or personal details. Allow at least three weeks for your driving licence to arrive before contacting DVLA.
When your licence is issued it'll have a number of added security features. One of the main differences is a laser engraved black and white photograph.
• The photocard driving licence explained
Driving before your licence is returned
Once DVLA has received your valid application you can drive before you receive your licence as long as you:
• have held a Great Britain or Northern Ireland licence issued since 1 January 1976 or another exchangeable licence
• aren't disqualified from driving
• haven't been refused a licence for medical reasons or for failing to comply with medical enquiries
• wouldn't be refused a licence for medical reasons (if in doubt, check with your doctor)
• keep to any special conditions which apply to the licence
More useful links
You must tell the DVLA if you’ve ever had, or currently suffer from a medical condition that may affect your driving.
• Medical rules for all drivers
Renewing your driving licence entitlement for larger vehicles, minibuses or buses at 45 or 65

Your entitlement to drive lorries, minibuses or buses is valid until your 45th birthday. After that, you’ll need to renew your entitlement every five years until you are 65. After the age of 65 you have to renew your licence every year.
How to renew your entitlement
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) will send you, 56 days before the expiry of your driving entitlement, a D47P ‘application for renewal of lorry and bus entitlement’ and a D4 ‘medical examination report’.
Photocard driving licence holder
You’ll need to:
• complete the D47P form
• ask a doctor to complete the D4 form - the doctor will normally charge you for completing the report and those registered for VAT are also required to charge an additional 15 per cent on top of their fee
• send the completed forms to DVLA, Swansea SA99 1BR
A message on your D47P form will tell you if your photo is due for renewal, in which case you’ll need to include a new passport type photo and the fee of £20.00. You only need to provide the fee if your photo needs renewing.
If your name has changed you’ll also need to send (along with the above):
• a completed D2 ‘application for a large goods vehicle (LGV) or passenger carrying vehicle (PCV) driving licence’ available from the DVLA form ordering service
• original documentation confirming your change of name
• DVLA form ordering service Opens new window
• Identity documents

Renewing without a D47P ‘application for renewal of lorry and bus entitlement’
If, for any reason, you don’t receive the reminder application forms you can complete a D2 with a D4, available from the DVLA form ordering service.
You’ll also need to check the expiry date of your photo on your driving licence. If your photo is due to expire very soon, it’ll need to be renewed before the date of expiry. The expiry date of your photo is shown in section 4b on the front of your driving licence.
• DVLA form ordering service Opens new window
Paper driving licence holder
You’ll need to:
• complete the D47P and D4 forms
• send original documents confirming your identity
• enclose a passport type photograph
• send your forms, documents and photograph to DVLA, Swansea SA99 1BR or you can use the premium checking service at selected Post Office® branches or DVLA local offices
You can also use a D2 form with the D4, if you don’t receive the D47P form in the post. No fee is needed with this application.
• Identity documents and photograph criteria
• Premium checking service
When to expect your licence
DVLA aims to deliver your driving licence to you within three weeks of receiving your application. It'll take longer if your health or personal details have to be checked.
When your licence is issued it'll have a number of added security features. One of the main differences is a laser engraved black and white photograph.
• The photocard driving licence explained
Driving before your licence is returned
Once DVLA has received your valid application you can drive before you receive your licence as long as you:
• have held a Great Britain or Northern Ireland licence issued since 1 January 1976 or another exchangeable licence
• aren't disqualified from driving (the traffic commissioner for your area will decide whether to grant your entitlement to drive these vehicles)
• haven't been refused a licence for medical reasons or for failing to comply with medical enquiries
• wouldn't be refused a licence for medical reasons (if in doubt, check with your doctor)
• keep to any special conditions which apply to the licence
More useful links
You must tell the DVLA if you have ever had, or currently suffer from a medical condition that may affect your driving.
• Medical rules for all drivers
If you are applying for or currently hold a LGV or PCV driving licence you will have to meet a higher standard of conduct.
• Your driving conduct for larger vehicles, minibuses or buses
Exchanging your paper driving licence for a photocard

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) no longer issue paper driving licences. The European Union has a directive requiring all member states to issue driving licences in a card format containing the licence holder's photo and signature.
Benefits of a photocard
There are numerous benefits that the photocard driving licence offers:
• a secure format reduces the chance for misrepresentation
• makes certain that the person getting a provisional licence, taking the test and getting a full driving licence is one and the same
• makes certain that the person obtaining the licence is the right age to do so
• cuts the chances of a person holding more than one licence, either by accident or design
• increases accuracy of the DVLA database, that will in turn provide better information to the police and courts
Apply online
You can exchange your paper driving licence for a photocard driving licence using the DVLA’s secure online service.
• Apply online to exchange your paper licence for a photocard licence
Apply in person or by post
You’ll need to:
• complete the D1 ‘application for a driving licence’ available from the DVLA form ordering service and Post Office® branches
• provide original documentation confirming your identity
• send a passport type photograph
• include the fee of £20.00
• send all your documents to DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1BU or use the premium checking service at selected Post Office® branches or DVLA local offices
• DVLA form ordering service Opens new window
• Identity documents and photograph criteria
• Premium checking service
When to expect your licence
DVLA aims to deliver your new driving licence to you within three weeks of receiving your application. It’ll take longer if they have to check your health or personal details. Allow at least three weeks for your driving licence to arrive before contacting DVLA.
When your licence is issued it’ll have a number of added security features. One of the main differences is a laser engraved black and white photograph.
• The photocard driving licence explained
Driving before your licence is returned
You can drive before you receive your licence as long as you:
• have held a Great Britain or Northern Ireland licence issued since 1 January 1976 or another exchangeable licence
• aren't disqualified from driving
• haven't been refused a licence for medical reasons or for failing to comply with medical enquiries
• wouldn't be refused a licence for medical reasons (if in doubt, check with your doctor)
• keep to any special conditions which apply to the licence
Change of name and address on your driving licence
You must tell the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) immediately of any changes to your name, address or both. You can update your driving licence online or send it to DVLA for amendment. A new licence will be issued free of charge unless your photograph’s due for renewal.

Apply online to change your address
You can change your address details online. If you need to change your name or name and address, you’ll need to send your driving licence to DVLA for amendment.
• Apply online to change the address on your driving licence
Changing your name and address by post
You can change your name and address details on your licence by post.
Photocard driving licence holder
When changing your address you’ll need to:
• complete the ‘changes’ section on your paper counterpart, sign and date it
• send both parts of your driving licence ie photocard and counterpart document to DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1BN
When changing your name with or without a change of address you’ll need to:
• complete a D1 'application for a driving licence' available from the DVLA form ordering service or from any Post Office® branch
• provide original identity documents confirming your new name
• enclose your photocard driving licence and paper counterpart (there’s no need to supply a new photograph)

If you need to renew your photo
You can renew your photo at any time, however, if your photo is due to expire very soon, it’ll need to be renewed before the date of expiry. The expiry date of your photo is shown in section 4b on the front of your driving licence.
You won’t be able to renew your photo using the online service.
• Renewing the photo on your licence
Paper driving licence holder
When changing your name or address (or both) you’ll need to:
• complete a D1 'application for a driving licence' available from the DVLA form ordering service or from any Post Office® branch
• provide original documents confirming your identity
• enclose a passport type photograph and your driving licence
• D1 'application for a driving licence' form ordering service Opens new window
• Identity documents and photograph criteria
Where to send your application form
All completed applications should be returned to:
DVLA
Swansea
SA99 1BN
You may also use the premium checking service at selected Post Office® branches or DVLA local offices.
• Find your nearest DVLA local office
• Premium checking service
Keeping your details correct
Telling DVLA your details have changed will ensure your record is up to date and all future driving licence reminders are sent to your correct address.

Remember, if you permanently move to another country, you can’t register your new address on your British driving licence. You’ll need to contact the driving licence authority in your country of residence.
Lost or stolen licence
If you’ve lost your driving licence, or you don’t have one or both parts of your photocard driving licence you’ll need to apply for a replacement and notify any changes at the same time.
• Get a replacement driving licence
When to expect your licence
DVLA aims to deliver your new driving licence to you within three weeks of receiving your application. It’ll take longer if they have to check your health or personal details. Allow at least three weeks for your driving licence to arrive before contacting DVLA.
When your licence is issued it’ll have a number of added security features. One of the main differences is a laser engraved black and white photograph.
• The photocard driving licence explained
Driving before your licence is returned
You can drive before you receive your licence as long as you:
• have held a Great Britain or Northern Ireland licence issued since 1 January 1976 or another exchangeable licence
• aren't disqualified from driving
• haven't been refused a licence for medical reasons or for failing to comply with medical enquiries
• wouldn't be refused a licence for medical reasons (if in doubt, check with your doctor)
• keep to any special conditions which apply to the licence
Updating your Registration Certificate (V5C)
Remember that you may also need to change your name and address on your registration certificate.
• Change of name and address on your registration certificate
Notifying changes while disqualified from driving
You can notify DVLA of a change of name and address while you’re disqualified. You’ll need to write to DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1AB giving details of your old and new address, name if changed, your driving licence number (if known) and date of birth.
Your driver record will be updated and you’ll receive a D27 driving licence renewal application 56 days before your disqualification ends.
More useful links
• Moving to your new home (home and communities section)
Identity documents and photograph criteria

When you apply for a photocard driving licence you'll need to provide identification and a photo. The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) can’t send you a driving licence until it's satisfied that it can confirm your identity.
Identity documents
You must provide original documents. DVLA won’t accept photocopies or laminated certificates.
United Kingdom (UK) digital passports
If you hold a digital passport (the photograph and signature appear on the same page), DVLA can confirm your identity with the Identity and Passport Service. You don’t have to send your passport to DVLA.
When applying online you’ll be asked to provide your nine digit passport number allowing DVLA to confirm your identity.
If you apply by post, using the D1 'application for a driving licence', write your nine digit passport number and your signature in the 'confirming your identity' section of the D1 form.
Other types of identification
DVLA also accepts the following documents as confirmation of your identity. Unlike the digital passport though, you'll need to send your identity document with your application:
• full valid current passport
• National identity card issued by a member state of the European Community/European Economic Area (EC/EEA)
• UK identity card for foreign nationals / residence permit or travel documents issued by the Home Office
• UK certificate of naturalisation
Do not send in your passport if you need it within the next month. If this is the case you should consider delaying your licence application until you can send it with your passport to DVLA.
If you’ve reached State Pension age, you can provide originals of one of the following in your name:
• recent (within three months) bank or building society statement showing your pension payment and National Insurance number
• BR2102, BR2103 or BR5899 letter confirming your eligibility for the State Pension
UK birth and adoption certificates
UK birth and adoption certificates can also be used, however, as they are not absolute proof of identity, they must be accompanied by one of the following:
• National Insurance card or a letter from the Department for Work and Pensions containing your National Insurance number
• photocopy of the front page of a benefits book or an original benefits claim letter
• P45, P60 or pay slip
• marriage certificate or divorce papers (decree nisi or absolute)
• college or university union card or school record
If you don't have a birth or adoption certificate, or the one that you have doesn’t show your full name or country of birth, contact your local register office.
• Birth and adoption certificates - how to order one
Change of name
You’ll also need to provide evidence if your name has changed and is different to the identity document you provide, like an original marriage certificate, decree nisi or absolute, or deed-poll declaration.
The details you provide must show a clear link between the name on your identity document and your current name.
Return of your identity documents
DVLA will return your documents within 10 working days, separately from your licence, by first class post. If you don’t receive them within this time, contact DVLA customer enquiries.
If you would like DVLA to return your identity documents by special delivery, please include a prepaid self addressed special delivery envelope. Keep a note of the serial number for your own reference.
DVLA can't guarantee to return your documents by a specified date, for example a holiday.
The photo criteria
You’ll need to send a photo that meets specific standards to be able to use it on your driving licence. The photo may also need to be certified by having someone sign the back of the photo.
• Standards and certification required for the photo
Premium checking service
A Post Office® or DVLA local office can check your application and send it on to DVLA. This service isn’t available for online applications.
• Premium checking service
Applying for a provisional driving licence

Before you can learn to drive a car, moped or motorcycle you must apply for a provisional driving licence. If you already hold a valid full driving licence and want to learn to drive larger vehicles, minibuses or buses you will need to apply for provisional entitlement for these vehicles.
Apply online
You can apply for your first provisional driving licence for a car, moped or motorcycle using the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency's (DVLA) secure and easy to use online service.
• Apply online for a first provisional driving licence
Apply in person or by post
You can apply for your provisional driving licence by completing the D1 application form that is available from the DVLA form ordering service or Post Office® branches. You will also need to enclose original documentation confirming your identity, a passport style colour photograph and the fee of £50.00. Send your completed application and payment to DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1AD or you may be able to use the premium checking service.
• DVLA form ordering service Opens new window
• Identity documents and photograph criteria
• Premium checking service
Applying for provisional entitlement for larger vehicles, minibuses and buses
If you currently hold a valid full paper licence and want to add provisional entitlement to drive larger vehicles, minibuses and buses you must complete the application form D2 and the medical report form D4. These are available from the DVLA form ordering service. The D4 has to be completed by a doctor and you should ensure that all the relevant questions are completed. The doctor will normally charge you for completing the report and those registered for VAT are also required to charge an additional 17.5 per cent on top of their fee.
It is also necessary to return original documentation confirming your identity, a passport style colour photograph and your current paper driving licence. There is no fee required for the application. The address to send this information is DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1BR or you may be able to use the premium checking service.
• DVLA form ordering service Opens new window
• Identity documents and photograph criteria
• Premium checking service
If you hold a valid full photocard driving licence and want to apply for a provisional driving licence to drive larger vehicles, minibuses and buses all that is needed is the completion of the application form D2 and the medical report form D4. You must also enclose your photocard driving licence (with the D740 paper counterpart) to DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1BR.
When to expect your licence
DVLA aims to deliver your driving licence to you within three weeks of receiving your application. It will take longer if your health or personal details have to be checked.
When your licence is issued it will now have a number of added security features. One of the main differences being a laser engraved black and white photograph.
• The photocard driving licence explained
You will need to wait for your new licence to arrive before driving. Please allow at least three weeks for your licence to arrive before contacting DVLA.
Plastic wallets
Please note that DVLA no longer issues plastic wallets with photocard driving licences. This decision was taken primarily to help minimise the costs of issuing licences to the public. The agency has also received numerous complaints from members of the public about the size of the plastic wallet. Consequently many drivers discard the wallet and use a different way of protecting their licence. Old plastic wallets sent in to the agency cannot be returned.
Further information
Information on what vehicles you can drive and how old you must be to drive them can be found on the link below.
• The vehicles you can drive or ride and minimum ages
You must tell the DVLA if you have ever had, or currently suffer from, a medical condition that may affect your driving.
• Medical rules for all drivers
You must tell DVLA if you have convictions relating to drivers hours, roadworthiness or loading and if applying for a minibus or bus licence any other convictions not relating to driving.
• Your driving conduct for larger vehicles, minibuses or buses
Replacing your driving licence if lost, stolen, defaced or destroyed

You must replace your driving licence if it has been lost, stolen, defaced or destroyed. You can do this online, by telephone, by post, or you may be able to use the premium checking service.
Apply online
You can replace your driving licence using the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) secure online service.
• Apply online for a replacement driving licence
Interactive tool
DVLA also provides information based on your individual needs as an alternative to the content below.
• Use the 'replacement driving licence' interactive tool
Photocard driving licence holder
Apply by phone
You can apply by phone if one or both parts of your photocard licence have been lost or stolen and none of your details have changed. DVLA accepts the following credit or debit cards - MasterCard, Visa, Eurocard or Maestro and the fee is £20.00. The telephone number is 0300 790 6801, Monday to Friday 8.00 am - 8.30 pm or Saturday 8.00 am - 5.30 pm.
You won’t be able to apply by phone if you are a paper licence holder or if your photo is due to expire or has expired.
Apply by post
You’ll need to:
• fill in the D1 ‘application for a driving licence’, available from the DVLA form ordering service or Post Office® branches
• include the part of your licence you have if only one part is missing
• send your application and fee to DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1AB
You’ll also need to provide original documents to confirm your new name if it’s changed since your last licence was issued.
• DVLA form ordering service Opens new window
If you need to renew your photo
You can renew your photo at any time, however, if your photo is due to expire very soon, it’ll need to be renewed before the date of expiry. You won't be able to renew your photo using the telephone or online service.
• Renewing the photo on your driving licence
Paper driving licence holder
Apply in person or by post
You’ll need to:
• fill in the D1 'application for a driving licence', available from the DVLA form ordering service or Post Office® branches
• enclose original documents confirming your identity
• send a passport type photo
• return your paper licence if it’s been defaced
• send all your documents to DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1AB or use the premium checking service at selected Post Office® branches or DVLA local offices
• Identity documents and photograph criteria
• Premium checking service
If you find your old licence...
You must return your old licence to DVLA with an explanatory letter if you find it after requesting or receiving your new duplicate photocard driving licence.
When to expect your licence
DVLA aims to send your new driving licence to you within three weeks of getting your application. It’ll take longer if your health or personal details need to be checked. Allow at least 21 days for your driving licence to get to you before contacting DVLA.
When your licence is issued it’ll have a number of added security features. One of the main differences is a laser engraved black and white photo.
• The photocard driving licence explained
Driving before your licence is returned
You can drive before you receive your licence as long as you:
• have held a Great Britain or Northern Ireland licence issued since 1 January 1976 or another exchangeable licence
• aren't disqualified from driving
• haven't been refused a licence for medical reasons or for failing to comply with medical enquiries
• wouldn't be refused a licence for medical reasons - if in doubt, check with your doctor
• keep to any special conditions that apply to your licence
More useful links
• Replacing a lost or stolen registration document or certificate
• Replacing a lost or damaged MOT certificat
Renewing the photo on your driving licence
In most circumstances, you’ll need to renew the photo on your driving licence before it expires, as the photo’s only valid for 10 years. If you’re a short period licence holder (over 70 or medical short period) you’ll only need to renew your photo when your driving entitlement expires.
Renewing your photo
With a renewal application
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) will send you a renewal application pack two months before your photo is due to expire. You’ll need to:
• complete the enclosed form
• include a new passport type photo of yourself that’s been taken within the last month - you don’t need the back of the photo signed
• return both the photocard and counterpart of your licence - if you have lost one or both parts you can still use this application
• enclose a cheque or postal order for £20.00 - no fee is needed if you have a medical short period licence or you’re aged 70 or over
• send your application and fee to DVLA, Swansea SA99 1DH
If you have changed your name, you’ll also need to provide identity documents as proof.
• Identity documents and photograph criteria

Without a renewal application
If, for any reason, you don’t receive the renewal application forms you can use the D1 ‘application for a driving licence’. This is available from the DVLA form ordering service, and Post Office® branches. You can check the expiry date of your photo in section 4b on the front of your driving licence.
• D1 'application for a driving licence' form ordering service Opens new window
Other types of DVLA reminders
DVLA will also let you know if your photo is due to be renewed when it sends you a reminder to renew your entitlement to drive. A reminder will be sent when you are due to:
• renew after disqualification
• renew at age 70 or over
• renew your lorry or bus entitlement
• renew for medical reasons
When to expect your licence
DVLA aims to send your new driving licence to you within three weeks of getting your application. It'll take longer if your health or personal details need to be checked. Allow at least three weeks for your driving licence to get to you before contacting DVLA.
When your licence is issued it'll have a number of added security features. One of the main differences is a laser engraved black and white photo.
• The photocard driving licence explained
Driving before your licence is returned
You can drive before you get your licence as long as you:
• have held a Great Britain or Northern Ireland licence issued since 1 January 1976 or another exchangeable licence
• are not disqualified from driving
• haven't been refused a licence for medical reasons or for failing to comply with medical enquiries
• wouldn't be refused a licence for medical reasons - if in doubt, check with your doctor
• keep to any special conditions that apply to your licence
Medical renewals
If you are the holder of a short period driving licence that needs to be reviewed due to a medical condition, you’ll receive a reminder application from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) before your licence expires.
Renewing your photocard driving licence
DVLA will send you, 90 days before your licence is due to expire, a D42 ‘driver licence expiry reminder and application form’ and a medical questionnaire relevant to you. For the renewal of lorries, minibus or bus entitlement you’ll be sent a D48 ‘application for renewal of lorry/bus entitlement’.
You’ll need to:
• fill in the D42 or D48 form
• fill in the medical questionnaire
• include a new passport type photo if necessary
• send your documents in the prepaid envelope provided
You don’t need to enclose any identification, or fee. You’ll also be sent a driving licence photo renewal form if your photo is due for renewal.
Change of name
If your name has changed since your last licence was issued, you’ll also need to complete an application form. For a car or motorcycle licence you must fill in a D1 form, for a lorry, minibus or bus licence you must fill in a D2 form. The D1 and D2 forms are available from DVLA's form ordering service, the D1 is also available at Post Office® branches. You must also enclose original documents confirming your change of name.
• D1 and D2 form ordering service Opens new window
• Identity documents and photograph criteria
What to do if you don't receive your forms
If, you don’t receive the reminder application forms, you can do one of the following:
• for a car or motorcycle licence - fill in a D1 application form and the medical questionnaire relevant to you
• Medical questionnaires (group one)
• D1 form ordering service Opens new window
• for lorries, minibus or bus licence - fill in a D2 application form and the medical questionnaire relevant to you
• Medical questionnaires (group two)
• D2 form ordering service Opens new window
• phone DVLA on 0300 790 6806 to have the applications sent to you if you drive a car, moped or motorcycle
• phone DVLA on 0300 790 6807 to have the applications sent to you if you drive lorries, minibuses or buses

You’ll also need to check the expiry date of your photo on your driving licence. If your photo is due to expire very soon, it’ll need to be renewed before the date of expiry. The expiry date of your photo is shown in section 4b on the front of your driving licence.
When to expect your licence
DVLA aims to finish its enquiries as quickly as possible. The time taken to deal with your particular case will depend on your medical condition and the information needed. When the decision can be made based on the information you originally provided, DVLA aims to make a decision on 88 per cent of cases within 15 working days.
If any other information is needed, from you, your doctor, or other sources, or if you are applying for a lorry or bus licence, DVLA aims to make a decision on 85 per cent of cases within 90 working days.
If the enquiries take longer than the target times set out above, DVLA will write to you to explain what is happening.
DVLA contact
Drivers Medical Group
DVLA
Swansea
SA99 1TU
Getting your driving licence back after disqualification
You must apply for a new driving licence before you start to drive after your disqualification period has ended. You can apply to renew your licence up to 56 days before the disqualification ends.
Renewal reminder
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) will send you a D27P ‘driving licence application for renewal after disqualification’ 56 days before your disqualification ends.
Non-Great Britain (GB) licence holder
DVLA will send your non-GB driving licence to you on the date your disqualification expires, to the address DVLA holds on record. If you want to exchange your licence for a GB licence you will need to submit a D1 application form.
• Exchanging your foreign driving licence
Photocard driving licence holder
You’ll need to:
• complete your D27P form
• enclose the payment as shown on the reminder
• send your completed application to DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1AB
If your name has changed you’ll also need to send (along with the above):
• a completed D1 form available from the DVLA form ordering service or Post Office® branches
• original documentation confirming your new name
A message on your D27P form will also tell you if your photo is due for renewal, and whether you’ll need to include a new passport style photo.
Paper driving licence holder
You’ll need to:
• complete your D27P form
• provide original documentation confirming your identity
• enclose a passport type photo, the payment as shown on the reminder
• send all your documents to DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1AB or you can use the premium checking service at selected Post Office® branches or DVLA local offices
• DVLA form ordering service Opens new window
• Identity documents and photograph criteria
• Premium checking service
Renewing without a D27P ‘driving licence application for renewal after disqualification’
If, for any reason, you don’t receive the reminder application form, you can complete a D1 ‘application for a driving licence’. This is available from the DVLA form ordering service or Post Office® branches. Also enclose the appropriate fee to renew after disqualification.
If you need to renew your lorry or bus entitlement you will only need to complete a D2 'application for Lorry, Bus or Minibus driving licence'. This is available from the DVLA form ordering service or from DVLA local offices.
If you want to change your photo on your licence, simply enclose one with your application.
• Download the information leaflet ‘Driving licence photo renewal’ INS197 (PDF, 161K)
When to expect your new driving licence
DVLA aims to deliver your driving licence to you within three weeks of receiving your application. It’ll take longer if your health or personal details have to be checked. Allow at least three weeks for your driving licence to arrive before contacting DVLA.
If you’re disqualified for some alcohol related offences, DVLA will make medical enquiries before your driving licence can be renewed.
These offences are:
• disqualified with an alcohol level of over: 200mg in 100ml of blood; or 87.5mg in 100ml of breath; or 267.5mg in 100ml of urine
• disqualified twice in 10 years for certain alcohol related offences
• disqualified for failing or refusing to give a specimen (blood, breath or urine) for testing
For further information please read the information leaflet below.
• Download 'How to apply for your driving licence after disqualification for a drink/drive offence' INF212/1 (PDF, 208K)
When your licence is issued it’ll have a number of added security features. One of the main differences is a laser engraved black and white photograph.
• The photocard driving licence explained
Driving before your licence is returned
Once DVLA has received your valid application you can drive before you receive your licence as long as you:
• have held a GB or Northern Ireland licence issued since 1 January 1976 or another exchangeable licence
• aren’t disqualified from driving (there are different rules for medium or large vehicles, minibus or bus drivers - the traffic commissioner for your area will decide whether to grant your entitlement to drive these vehicles)
• haven’t been refused a licence for medical reasons or for failing to comply with medical enquiries
• wouldn’t be refused a licence for medical reasons (if in doubt, check with your doctor)
• keep to any special conditions which apply to the licence