When do I renew my licence?

You will be required to renew your photocard driving licence every 10 years (1, 2, or 3 years if you have a medically restricted licence). Once you are 70 you will be required to renew your licence every 3 years. DVA will normally issue you with a reminder when your photocard driving licence is due for renewal, however this is a courtesy and is not required by law.

The information in these pages is not a statement of law; it gives general information and is subject to change. You are advised to check this web site again before you apply for a photocard licence.

If you have any questions regarding photocards, you can phone our customer enquiries where staff will be able to help. The phone number is Tel. 0845 402 4000.

Our lines are open between 9.00am and 5.00pm Monday to Friday. When you phone, you may hear a recorded message but you can speak to one of our operators during office hours.

If you use a textphone, please ring:
Tel. 028 7034 1380 This line is on an answering service 24 hrs per day. Your call will be returned whenever an operator becomes available between the hours of 9.00 am and 5.00 pm – Monday to Friday