Replace a lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed driving licence
Apply online
Replace your:
- full driving licence
- provisional driving licence
A new licence costs £20. You can pay by MasterCard, Visa, Electron or Delta debit or credit card.
If you applied for your last provisional licence before 1 March 1973, you’ll need to follow the process to apply for your first provisional licence instead.
This service is also available in Welsh (Cymraeg).
You do not need the paper counterpart of your licence.
Sign in to renew online
You’ll need to sign in to use this service. If you do not already have sign in details, you’ll be able to create them.
You’ll be told when you sign in if you need to prove your identity. This is to keep your details safe and usually involves using photo ID like a passport or driving licence.
Before you start
You should contact the police if your driving licence is stolen.
To replace your licence you must:
- be a resident of Great Britain (there’s a different service in Northern Ireland)
- not be disqualified from driving for any reason
After you’ve applied
DVLA will send you a confirmation email once you’ve applied. You might be asked to take part in research by email, but you can opt out.
How long it takes
Your licence should arrive within a week if you apply online.
What to do if you find your old licence later
You must return your old licence to DVLA explaining what’s happened if you find it after applying for or receiving a replacement.
Send your old driving licence to:
DVLA
Swansea
SA99 1AB