Drivers License Renewal Dilemma

iYoYo

hello guys

need a little advice as somewhat confused on this. I moved address so need to update my license, however, I tried this online but it requires a new type passport which I don't have. My old passport has expired years ago, never been abroad since so never needed it.

Anyway, I looked up online to renew my license by post but it is specifically asking me to send in my physical license with the application form.... Why is this? I thought you where allowed to hang onto your license until you've received your new one? - My license expires in February, which means a full renewal I suppose, could this be why? but I still can't get around why I need to send in the license with the application?

And most importantly, I simply can not work without a license. My job (transport) requires me to have it on me at all times. Daily I am requested to show it when entering/leaving specialist areas. So it is not possible to work without one.

Someone please put my mind at ease, I'm already having financial troubles I can't afford to be out of work for 4 weeks I'd end up having to move out!

thanks :beer:

Tom99

You need to include these things with your completed forms:

• a recent passport type photo (don’t sign the back of the photo)
• your current photocard licence, if you have it
• a cheque or postal order for £17, payable to DVLA (no fee is needed if you have a medical short period licence or you’re aged 70 or over)

Didn't you say yours got lost in the move?

iYoYo

Yes, yes it did....

Thanks man! Just one thing, as its due for full renewal, would they make a fuss/require more documents etc or is the above you've mentioned standard procedure?

Thanks again!

iYoYo

the reason I ask is, I can't seem to find anything on the paperwork that says "if you don't have it - no problem" or do I tick both renewal and lost? For example I already know the license number so should I fill that part in? etc?

Thanks!

Tom99

I would just follow the form for renewal+lost+change of address send it off and see if they ask for anything else.