



Drivers that exchange their licence instead are registered automatically. It is a legal requirement to register with the DVLA within 12 months of taking up residence.The Application to register a non-GB driving licence (D9) form includes important notes that relate to registering and exchanging. The administrative burden of this could be alleviated if the driver is willing to do an exchange for a GB issued licence.īefore indicating the benefits to the employee and the employer for exchanging to a GB driving licence, taking a look at the complexities that are encountered by resident non-GB driving licence and CPC holders can help to encourage a licence exchange. Repeating the steps for any ongoing frequency checks. This is where the convenience of electronically checking is absent and a premium rate phone call to the DVLA’s Driver Check Service (09061 39 38 37) is required with consent from the driver. So what steps can be taken to ensure that these employees are entitled to drive for work purposes? The first step for employers is to ensure that the non-GB licensed driver is in possession of a D91. However, for their employers, an electronic licence check is not currently available within the DVLA. Once registered the DVLA will issue a ‘Confirmation of Registration Document’ (D91). You can apply in person at any of the 34 National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) centres nationwide.Vocational non-GB licensed drivers are expected to register their driving licence with the DVLA within 12 months of taking up residence within Great Britain. If you are aged 70 years or over you are exempt from paying the fee. You can only pay by credit or debit card, Google Pay or Apple Pay or Payzone voucher. Proof that you are normally resident in Ireland if your place of birth and nationality are outside the EU/EEA.Proof of your address dated within the last six months is required if your current address is not recorded on your lost, stolen or damaged permit and it differs from the one provided to the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection (DEASP) if and when you applied for a PSC.Fully completed medical report form dated within one month, if required in your case.Proof of your personal public services number (PPSN).If your licence has been lost, stolen or damaged you must also bring valid photo ID with you Your current or most recent driving licence.To apply in person at an NDLS centre you will need the following: You must book an appointment to attend an NDLS centre.
