Driver's Licence Query

[jennyjoan]

again. Everything all done but before I send it - I'm wondering do I have to do all this again next year (Im 71 then) - if so - I maybe could photocopy of what I have just written.

think I heard after 70 you have to fill it annually - anybody confirm that. thank

[New Judge]

Every three years.

Much quicker if you have a passport and do it on line, jennyjoan.

[jennyjoan]

NJ - god tried to start- on online and am not too techie - online think they wanted photos downloaded which I cant do anyway, all done on post and gonesville when I go out with Maxie. Nothing is simple now not even me LOL

[jennyjoan]

and probably in 3 years time (if I'm around) - forms will be even more complicated.

since I have left work - paperwork bores me right off.

[bookbinder]

You have to have your driver's licence renewed every three years, once you turn 70 years of age. The DVLA will send you the necessary information by post.

[jennyjoan]

Thanks bb

[ABerrant]

"Much quicker if you have a passport and do it on line"

The DVA licence renewal in NI is not linked to passports - the online renewal process allows for you to upload a digital photo as part of the process. If only DVLA also had such a system, thus allowing an online photocard renewal without the extra £75.50 cost of a passport.

[Mamyalynne]

Remember to keep a note of the date as though they should send reminders, it is not a law but a courtesy and they can get delayed or go astray.

https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/renew-your-driving-licence-70-plus

[New Judge]

//The DVA licence renewal in NI is not linked to passports...//

Thanks AB. I was not aware that jennyjoan was in NI.