How to Renew Your Driving Licence in the UK

Renewing your driving licence in the UK is simple and can be done online, at a Post Office, or by post. Here’s a quick overview:

Online Renewal

The quickest way to renew is online, costing £14. You’ll need:

• A driver and vehicles account or your UK passport (or your UK Visas and Immigration account identity document)
• Your current licence, National Insurance number, and addresses from the past 3 years

You can’t apply online if your name or title has changed. In that case, you’ll need to apply by post.

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At the Post Office

Bring your reminder letter and photocard licence to a Post Office that handles DVLA renewals. It costs £21.50. If your name has changed, you’ll need to apply by post.

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By Post

Get a ‘D1 pack’ from a participating Post Office and send it to DVLA with:

• A passport-type photo
• Your current licence
• A £17 cheque or postal order (no fee if you’re over 70 or have a medical short-period licence)

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Costs and Waiting Time

• Online: £14
• Post Office: £21.50
• By post: £17

Your new licence should arrive within a week if you apply online or within 3 weeks by post.

For full details, visit the GOV.UK Driving Licence Renewal Page.

Source / Ref.: Gov.uk  Contains public sector information licensed under Open Government Licence v3.0.

Written by [Ketan Borada / British Portal Team] – Founder of British Portal, dedicated to providing accurate and up-to-date information on UK public services and benefits.