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Scotland - How To Replace your Driving Licence if Lost, Stolen, Defaced or Destroyed

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ProcedureEdit

Apply Online:

  1. To Replace your Driving Licence if Lost, Stolen, Defaced or Destroyed, the applicant has to make the application online via the following link
  2. The applicant has to click “Start Now” to make the online application.
  3. Next the applicant has to answer the questionnaires and complete the application form will all the necessary details.
  4. Next the applicant has to attach all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
  5. Review the application and click “submit”
  6. Next the applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested. The fee details are mentioned in “Fees” section of this page.
  7. After successful payment the applicant can download the receipt as a proof of payment.
  8. DVLA will send the applicant a confirmation email once he/she has applied.
  9. All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the particular circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents submitted to the authority by the applicant.
  10. Once everything is accepted DVLA will send the replaced license through post.
  11. The entire process can be completed within 7 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.


Apply In-Person:

  1. To Replace your Driving Licence if Lost, Stolen, Defaced or Destroyed, the applicant has to approach the nearby Post Office that deals with DVLA photocard renewal or vehicle tax link
    Note: The applicant has to enter their Postcode and select the type of service to find nearby offices.
  2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
  3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
  4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
  5. The applicant has to attach photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting it.
  6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
  7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested. The fee details are mentioned in “Fees” section of this page.
  8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
  9. DVLA will send the applicant a confirmation email once he/she has applied.
  10. All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the particular circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents submitted to the authority by the applicant.
  11. Once everything is accepted DVLA will send the replaced license through post.
  12. The entire process can be completed within 3 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.



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Required DocumentsEdit

  • Completed application form
  • valid UK passport
  • proof of addresses of where the applicant is lived over the last 3 years
  • current driving licence (if the applicant does not have his/her licence he/she must say why in his/her application)
  • a recent passport type photo



Office Locations & ContactsEdit

UNITED KINGDOM POST OFFICE
PO Box 2
Southport
PR8 2JD
Contact Details link
Post Office that has a Check and Send service link

Note: The applicant has to enter their Postcode and select the type of service to find nearby offices


DIVER & VEHICLE LICENSING AGENCY
DVLA
Swansea
SA99 1AB
Phone: 0300 790 6807
Fax: 0845 850 0095Contact Details link
Contact details based on type of application link

Note: The applicant has to select why they want to contact DVLA and select the type of services



EligibilityEdit

To replace licence the applicant must:

  • Be a resident of Great Britain (there’s a different service in Northern Ireland)
  • Not be disqualified from driving for any reason



FeesEdit

  • A new licence costs £20. The applicant can pay by MasterCard, Visa, Electron or Delta debit or credit card.



ValidityEdit

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever



Documents to UseEdit

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Sample DocumentsEdit

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Processing TimeEdit

For Online

  • The entire process can be completed within 7- 10 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.


For apply through post office

  • The entire process can be completed within 3 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.



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InstructionsEdit

  • Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
  • Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.



Required InformationEdit

  • Applicant’s name and address
  • Postcode
  • Telephone
  • Email address
  • driving licence number
  • National Insurance number
  • passport number
  • Age
  • Date of birth
  • Place of birth



Need for the DocumentEdit

  • The purpose of replacing a driving license in England if it is lost, stolen, defaced, or destroyed is to obtain a new license that is valid and can be used legally for driving. A driving license is an important document that serves as proof of the holder's ability to drive and their identity. It is also a legal requirement to have a valid driving license to operate a motor vehicle on public roads in England.



Information which might helpEdit

  • For more information link



Other uses of the Document/CertificateEdit

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.



External LinksEdit

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OthersEdit

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