Change uk driving test driver#

Completed CPC is required where the driver is under 24 and exchanging a D or DE, and under 21 where exchanging a C or CE.Fully completed eyesight report form dated within one month is required unless your application is accompanied by a medical report form dated within one month, if required in your case.Proof that you are normally resident in Ireland if your place of birth and nationality are outside the EU/EEA.Proof of your address dated within the last six months is required if your current address is not recorded on your permit and it differs from that provided to the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection (DEASP) if and when you applied for a PSC.Current or most recent UK/NI driving licence (to be submitted by post to the address provided to you during the online application process) If your licence is expired by less than one year or does not have a category start date you will need to submit an original letter of entitlement / driver statement from the relevant licensing authority or.A Public Services Card and verified MyGovID.No need to complete paper forms, make appointments or visit an NDLS centre in person. You can now quickly and easily exchange your UK/NI licence for an Irish licence online. We regret any inconvenience this may cause.

Change uk driving test verification#

To apply online to exchange a UK or Northern Ireland driving licenceĪs there is currently a delay with verification of UK driving licences by their licensing authority, this will result in a delay processing the exchange of these licences in Ireland. If you do not submit your original UK/NI licence with your exchange application the NDLS will be unable to validate your application without significant delays. Learn more about sharing your driving licence details here.

Change uk driving test code#

If you hold a UK licence you will be contacted by the NDLS to provide a check code so your licence details can be verified.

A UK/NI exchange application must be accompanied by an eyesight report unless it is accompanied by a medical report.

If it is expired over a year applicants will need to apply for a theory test and learner permit.

A UK/NI driving licence will not be accepted for exchange if it has expired for more than one year.

However, on taking up 'normal residence' in Ireland you must either exchange your driving licence or apply for a driving licence in Ireland.įor FAQ’s on Brexit and driving licence exchange please click here.Ī UK/NI driving licence is regarded as a licence from a ‘recognised state’ for exchange purposes and the following rules apply It is not legal for driving purposes and must therefore be exchanged.Īs a visitor to Ireland you can drive on a driving licence from any state outside the EU/EEA for up to one year provided the driving licence is current and valid.

From 1 January 2021 if you are resident in Ireland and hold a UK/NI driving licence it is no longer valid to drive on here in Ireland.