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How do I renew an old style paper licence at 70?

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 indicate whether I have to change to a photo licence or not, whether I can just renew it online and keep the old paper licence or whether I have to do it by post.

I have read all sorts of info online saying I need a biometric passport, which I have, but I have no idea why I need it renew my licence.

Asked on 25 February 2022 by Keith Moat

Answered by Sarah Tooze
You need to exchange your paper licence for a photocard licence if it is due to expire as the DVLA no longer issues paper driving licences.

Assuming you have a UK passport you can do this online at www.gov.uk/exchange-paper-driving-licence.

Further information on exchanging a paper licence to a photocard licence is available at www.gov.uk/exchange-paper-driving-licence
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