Are old UK driving Licences still valid?

Are old UK driving Licences still valid?

The DVLA scrapped the paper counterpart to the photocard driving licence in June 2015, for anyone with a licence issued after 1998 – it now has no legal status and can be safely binned. You used to need the paper part to detail any penalty points.

What happens if I don’t send back my old driving licence?

“And if you don’t send it, you’re committing an offence. “A driving licence is as good as a credit card for fraud.” An HMCTS spokesperson said its return policy is in line with how the DVLA sends licences out for renewals and replacements.

When did driving Licences change?

Driving licence categories changed in January 2013 and also several times before that. Before June 1990, the types of vehicles you could drive were known as ‘groups’. These are now known as ‘categories’.

How do I renew my old driving licence?

To renew your driving licence online You can apply to renew your driving licence within three months of its expiry date. You can now quickly and easily renew your driving licence online. No need to complete paper forms, make appointments or visit an NDLS centre in person.

Do you send old driving licence back when renewing?

Once you’ve received your new photocard through the post, you’ll need to return your old card to the DVLA via the address given to you at the end of your application.

Where do I return my old driving licence UK?

If you no longer want to drive you should return your licence to us at DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1AB. Include a letter explaining that you no longer want a licence.

Can I renew my Irish driving Licence if it has expired?

If it has already expired, drivers should go to any of the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) centres nationwide and renew their licence as soon as possible. November and December are the quietest months of the year at the NDLS centres. To book an appointment with any of the NDLS centres, visit ndls.ie.

When do new UK driving licences come out?

UK driving licences and number plates have been given a makeover to signify the beginning of a new chapter for the UK. To mark the UK ’s exit from the EU, the EU flag has been removed from all UK driving licences and number plate designs, with the first batches issued from 1 January 2021.

Is the EU flag still on UK driving licences?

To mark the first anniversary of Brexit, the government unveils new designs for driving licences and number plates without the EU flag. UK driving licences and number plates have been given a makeover to signify the beginning of a new chapter for the UK.

Where do I go to renew my driving license in the UK?

If you’ve had a look and now discovered that your photo is out of date, you can renew your driving licence online with the DVLA if you have a UK passport. It costs £14 and the Agency will get the photo and signature for your new licence from your passport info.

What are the different types of driving licences?

Codes, categories and points Vehicles you can drive Driving licence categories Driving a van Driving a minibus Driving a motorhome Driving licence codes Penalty points (endorsements) Compare old and new driving licence categories Vehicle weights explained