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I applied to renew my over 70s driving licence (with medical conditions) in March 2022 and I'm still waiting. Is this length of time to process normal?
I have already waited eight months for my over 70s licence renewal and I'm getting nowhere.
I am 77 and inadvertently let my driving licence lapse (2 years) over lockdown, will I need to take another test or will I be able to just renew my licence?
I still have the old style paper licence that expires next year. I have checked the DVLA website to see what I have to do to renew it next year and it's unclear exactly what I have to do. It doesn't...
How soon before expiry can I apply to renew a three year medical driving licence?
My driving licence was issued in November 2021 and is valid until November 2024. I turn 70 before the expiry date. Do I have to renew my licence when I turn 70?
I have just turned 70. The expiry date on my licence at 4b (expiry date) shows 2023. Do I need to renew now or wait until next year? I have had no reminder. I tried to do it online anyway but a message...
I am due to renew my driving licence shortly, will I lose my C1E, D1 and D1E entitlement when I do?
I have applied to renew my mother's over 70 driving licence online. The email response from the DVLA states that I need to send an application completion form. I have no idea what this form is, is it the...
I am a UK citizen and recently returned resident. My foreign driving licence expires soon. I applied to the DVLA for a new licence six weeks ago but have heard nothing. Am I allowed to drive while awaiting...
 

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