Driving Licence Change of Address

Many organisations need to be notified of your new address when you move. That includes your driving licence, and the DVLA needs to be informed of your new address to avoid any financial penalties. This guide will cover everything you need to know about notifying a change of address on your driving licence.

This guide will cover the following:

• What do I need to update my address on my driving licence?
• How do I change address on my driving licence?
• When do I need to change my address on my driving licence?
• Where do I need to send my old driving licence?
• Why do I need to update my address on my driving licence
• What are the driving licence fees?
• Do I need proof of identity when changing address on my UK driving licence?
• What happens after I have updated my driving licence?
• Do I need to update my address on my driving licence when I go to university?
• Can I still drive whilst I am waiting for my new license?
• What happens if I don’t update my address on my driving licence?
• Does your driving licence number change when you get a new one UK?

What do I need to update my address on my driving licence?

Before you start notifying your change of address, you’ll need:

• Your Great Britian Driving Licence
• To be a resident of Great Britain
• Your 3 year address history
• Not to be banned from driving

How do I change address on my driving licence?

You must notify the DVLA of your new address whether you hold a full or provisional licence. There are a couple of options for changing your address on your driving licence; you can apply online or by post. When applying via post, the process is different depending on whether you have a paper or photocard driving licence. If you want to update your name at the same time as your address, you must apply by post. When filling out your application, you will be asked for:

• Your personal information
• Your address history for the last three years
• Your new address
• Your driving licence number
• Your national insurance number
• Your passport number

To change your address on your licence online, you will need to head over to the DVLA change the address on your driving licence page. To change address by post, you'll need to fill out the "changes" section on the D741 form that came with your licence. If you do not have your D741 form, you'll have to use licence application form D1 for cars and motorcycles or D2 for lorries and buses. You can get these forms from your local Post Office.

When do I need to change my address on my driving licence?

You should notify a change of address on your driving licence as soon as you have a move-in date.

Where do I need to send my old driving licence?

Once you have filled the changes section of the D741 form, you will need to send the D741 form with your photocard license to:
DVLA
Swansea
SA99 1BN

Why do I need to update my address on my driving licence?

Updating your address with the DVLA ensures that any correspondence can get to you at your address. If you get a parking ticket that goes to your old address, it could lead to the parking ticket incurring more charges. You also need to ensure that the address on your licence matches the address on your car insurance to avoid any delay in insurance claims.

What are the driving licence fees?

Driving licence fees depend on whether you are:

• Applying for your first full or provisional driving licence
• Getting a replacement if your licence has been lost, damaged or stolen
• Changing your name, address or photo
• Renewing your driving licence
• Adding, renewing or removing an entitlement
• Exchanging a paper driving licence for a photocard one
• Getting your licence back from disqualification

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The DVLA will use your passport photo for your new licence if:

• Your driving licence is due to expire within 2 years
• You have a valid UK passport
• You give the DVLA permission to use your photo

To update your photo to one that is different to your passport, you will have to renew your licence and pay a fee of £14 (There is no fee if you are over 70 or have a medical short period licence)

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Do I need proof of identity when changing address on my UK driving licence?

Yes, to change the address on your driving licence, you will need proof of identity and address.

What happens after I have updated my driving licence?

You should receive a confirmation email from the DVLA and you should receive your new driving licence in the post within a few weeks.

Do I need to update my address on my driving licence when I go to university?

Yes, you should update your address on your driving licence when you go to university. You want to make sure that all correspondence from the DVLA gets to you without risking any fines. We recommend setting up a Royal Mail redirection for holiday times when you are not at university. You must make sure that you inform your car insurance company of your university address if you plan to take your car with you.

Can I still drive whilst I am waiting for my new license?

Yes, you can still drive whilst waiting for your new licence to arrive. Make sure you have confirmation from the DVLA that your new licence is on its way.

What happens if I don’t update my address on my driving licence?

If you fail to update the address on your driving licence, you could face a fine of up to £1000.

Does your driving licence number change when you get a new one?

Your driving licence number will not change when you get a new one. The issue number of your driving licence will change every time you make changes to your licence details.