Adding a Test Pass - 1st Provisional Licence issued after 01.04.99
Once you have passed your driving test (theory and practical) you should exchange your test pass certificate for a full licence as soon as possible, but within two years of passing the test.
If you hold a NI photocard provisional driving licence you must send your test pass certificate together with your photocard licence, paper counterpart and the appropriate fee to
Driver Licensing Division,
DVLNI,
County Hall,
Castlerock Road,
Coleraine,
BT51 3TB.
If you hold a full NI driving licence and have passed an additional test you must send your test pass certificate together with your full photocard licence, and paper counterpart to
Driver Licensing Division,
DVLNI,
County Hall,
Castlerock Road,
Coleraine,
BT51 3TB.
Any drivers whose appearance has changed since their photocard licence was issued MUST submit a certified colour facial photograph.
If you hold a Provisional or Full GB photocard driving licence and have passed a test, you need to apply for an exchange licence by completing form DL1 (available from most post offices, local vehicle licensing offices or directly from DVLNI by calling 0845 402 4000.You must send this together with your test pass certificate, your photocard licence, paper counterpart ,a passport sized colour photograph taken against a plain light background (acceptable photograph criteria - digital photographs are not acceptable) and the appropriate fee (if applicable) to
Driver Licensing Division,
DVLNI,
County Hall,
Castlerock Road,
Coleraine,
BT51 3TB.
Note: NI Photocard Holders - If your name has changed since your last licence you must also complete application form DL1 available from the Driver Vehicle Testing Agency (External Link) or directly from DVLNI by calling 0845 402 4000 and enclose original documentation confirming your new name. There is no requirement to supply a new photograph. However the evidence you provide must show a clear link between the name on your identity document and your current name.
