Informed DVLA of a medical issue - when will I hear back?

Three months ago I suffered a medical issue which I had to inform the DVLA of. I am not allowed to drive until I hear back from them. I am now feeling better, but cannot yet return to work as I am unable...

I received my new driving licence within a few days - is this unusual?

I received a reminder from the DVLA to renew my licence on Monday 25 April. I did it online the same day and returned my old licence to Swansea. The new licence arrived on Thursday 28 April. I was amazed...

Should I renew my driving licence immediately given the DVLA delays?

My driving licence is due for renewal in October. In view of recent reports should I be applying now?

Exchanging foreign licence for British, can I still drive?

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...

Over 70s driving licence out of date, what do I do?

I was reading an answer to a question about over 70s driving licence renewals from your latest newsletter which prompted me to check mine. It is over 12 months out of date, but I never received any reminder....

Can I still drive if I'm over 70?

I'm 71 and my licence says it expires June 2022. Am I still allowed to drive if over 70?

What are the current wait times for over 70s driving licence renewals?

Any idea what current delays are for over 70 driving licence renewals? I have been waiting nine weeks. How can I check that they have actually got my application? The DVLA website only covers online applications

Over 70 with a medical condition - can I continue to drive?

My licence was due for renewal in June 2021. As I am 72 years old with a medical condition I am issued with a new licence every two years. I could not do an online renewal in June as my medical condition...

Over 70 driving licence renewal - when will I get a response?

I am over 70 and applied to renew my driving licence in April 2021 - I have not had a reply.

Do I need proof I have passed my driving test while I wait for my licence?

I passed my driving test this morning but I didn’t give my provisional to my examiner to exchange for a full licence because it is my only form of ID, and I know a driving licence can take up to three...