Most recently answered licence renewal questions

I will need to renew my driving license at age 70. My current license enables me to drive a manual or auto, 12 seater minibus etc.
A) How soon before expiry should I apply to avoid being without a license...

My driving licence is due for renewal this June. I cannot apply for a renewal online because I do not have a passport. My questions are: Do the DVLA send a timely reminder out about this? Can I renew before...

I passed my test whilse in the Military Police many many years ago. I noticed some years back that the Category C1 had disappeared from my licence. Can I ask them to reinstate this ? Do I just contact...

I had my licence suspended for medical reasons 10 months ago. These issues have have now been resolved and my consultant says I am clear to drive.
I have applied to the DVLA but I hear horror stories...

I renewed my licence at 70 and lost a lot of categories! This was during Covid and was impossible to get any resolution.
If I submit a copy of my original licence will DVLA give me back my groups? I’ve...

I am waiting for another medical after being granted just a year after passing my last medical for alcohol abuse, will I get a longer licence the second time? I should have had my medical by now but still...

I am now 70 and still use my PCV licence. I sent my licence in for its annual renewal by registered post (signed for) on 24th April 2023 and it was received at DVLA on 26th April 2023. I still haven’t...

Is there still a backlog with the DVLA regarding re-issuing driving licences after medical clearance from a consultant. If so is it known how many cases are in the backlog and for how long?

With state pension age going up and life expectancy increasing, is it time to increase the licence renewal age from 70? It is quite conceivable that if the status quo remains that people of working age...

I have been waiting nearly a year for my driving licence to be renewed. And it's impossible to get through.