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It’s illegal to hold a phone or a sat nav while driving - you'll get penalty points, a fine and can be banned from driving.
Groups and categories for driving licences issued before 15 October 2012 - find equivalent new licence categories and what vehicles you can drive
Check if you're old enough, or have the right kind of driving licence, to drive different kinds of vehicle
Check if you need an international driving permit (IDP) to drive abroad on holiday and how to exchange your licence if you move abroad - including driving in the EU after Brexit.
If you’re a driving instructor, use this form to assess and record your pupils’ progress learning the skills they need to drive a car safely.
Advice for medical professionals to follow when assessing drivers with drug or alcohol misuse or dependence.
Request details about a vehicle's registered keeper: bulk data, anonymised data, mileage data requests, other information requests
You will need to use a D9 form to register a non-GB driving licence with the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA).
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