Frequently Asked Questions - National Driver Licence Service

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class="item-page" itemscope itemtype="https://schema.org/Article"> <meta itemprop="inLanguage" content="en-GB" /> <div itemprop="articleBody">     <div class="accordion" id="accordionParent"> <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h1 class="accordion-header" id="heading1"><button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#applying-online" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="applying-online"> Applying Online </button></h1> <div id="applying-online" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="heading1" data-bs-parent="#accordionParent"> <div class="accordion-body">  <div class="accordion" id="sub-accordion1">  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading1_1"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-type-of-application-can-i-make-online" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-type-of-application-can-i-make-online"> What type of application can I make online? </button> </h2> <div id="what-type-of-application-can-i-make-online" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading1_1" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion1"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Our online service caters for all application types, you can apply online for: </p> <ul> <li>first-time learner permit or full licence</li> <li>renewing your driving licence or learner permit</li> <li>updating personal details</li> <li>replacement of a lost/stolen or damaged licence or permit</li> <li>exchanging your foreign licence for an Irish licence</li> </ul> <p>Applying online is a simple, straightforward process, no need to book an appointment or attend an NDLS centre. Save time and do it the smart way <a href="https://ndls.rsa.ie/" target="_blank">Apply Online</a> today. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading1_2"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-do-i-need-to-apply-online" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-do-i-need-to-apply-online"> What do I need to apply online? </button> </h2> <div id="what-do-i-need-to-apply-online" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading1_2" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion1"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>All you need is your <a href="https://psc.gov.ie/" target="_blank">Public Services Card</a> and your <a href="https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/HowDoISignUp/" target="_blank">verified MyGovID</a> account to apply online. </p> <p>If you already have a verified MyGovID account you can <a href="https://ndls.rsa.ie/" target="_blank">Apply Now</a></p> <p>If you don’t have a verified MyGovID account: It is simple to set up. You just need to visit <a href="http://www.mygovid.ie/" target="_blank">www.mygovid.ie</a>.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading1_3"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-don’t-have-a-public-services-card-can-i-get-a-verified-mygovid" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-don’t-have-a-public-services-card-can-i-get-a-verified-mygovid"> I don’t have a Public Services Card, can I get a verified MyGovID? </button> </h2> <div id="i-don’t-have-a-public-services-card-can-i-get-a-verified-mygovid" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading1_3" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion1"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You will need a Public Services Card to get a verified MyGovID account. You can book a Public Service Card (PSC) appointment by contacting your local Intreo office. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading1_4"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#how-do-i-apply-online-when-my-picture-is-over-10-years-old-on-a-public-service-card" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="how-do-i-apply-online-when-my-picture-is-over-10-years-old-on-a-public-service-card"> How do I apply online when my picture is over 10-years-old on a Public Service Card? </button> </h2> <div id="how-do-i-apply-online-when-my-picture-is-over-10-years-old-on-a-public-service-card" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading1_4" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion1"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You cannot apply online for your learner permit or driving licence services if your Public Services Card (PSC) photograph is over 10-years-old. You will need to renew your PSC ONLINE on the MyWelfare.ie website.</p> <p>To Renew PSC Online</p> <ol> <li>Go to <a target="_blank" href="https://services.mywelfare.ie/en/topics/identity-services/public-services-card-renewal/">Renew your Public Services Card</a></li> <li>You must have a verified MyGovID account</li> <li>Review your personal details and make sure they are correct</li> <li>Confirm your address</li> <li>Upload a recent digital photo that meets the requirements</li> </ol> <p>After making a successful PSC renewal application with an updated photograph of yourself please wait until your application is approved. Once this process is completed you will be able to avail NDLS services online.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading1_5"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#how-long-does-it-take-to-apply-online" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="how-long-does-it-take-to-apply-online"> How long does it take to apply online? </button> </h2> <div id="how-long-does-it-take-to-apply-online" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading1_5" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion1"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>It takes about 10 to 15 minutes to apply online.</p> <p>If you have to submit any supporting documents it will be easier if you have them saved to your phone or pc beforehand so that you can upload them during the application process. If you haven’t got them to hand, don’t worry you can save your application and come back later to complete (within 20 days).</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading1_6"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#do-i-have-to-pass-a-theory-test-before-i-apply-for-my-first-time-learner-permit-online" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="do-i-have-to-pass-a-theory-test-before-i-apply-for-my-first-time-learner-permit-online"> Do I have to pass a theory test before I apply for my first-time learner permit online? </button> </h2> <div id="do-i-have-to-pass-a-theory-test-before-i-apply-for-my-first-time-learner-permit-online" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading1_6" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion1"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Yes. The system will not allow you to apply for a first-time learner permit until you have passed the <a href="https://theorytest.ie/book-your-theory-test/" target="_blank">driver theory test</a> in that vehicle category.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading1_7"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#how-will-i-submit-my-medical-eyesight-report-for-an-online-application-or-a-ndls-in-person-application" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="how-will-i-submit-my-medical-eyesight-report-for-an-online-application-or-a-ndls-in-person-application"> How will I submit my medical/eyesight report for an online application or a NDLS in person application? </button> </h2> <div id="how-will-i-submit-my-medical-eyesight-report-for-an-online-application-or-a-ndls-in-person-application" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading1_7" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion1"> <div class="inner-content"> <p><strong>Online Application:</strong></p> <p>If you apply online you will be able to upload your medical or eyesight report during the online application process. You will be guided through this process within the online application system. Alternatively, you can post it to the address provided to you in the email confirmation that you receive when you make your online application.</p> <p><strong>NDLS in Person Application:</strong></p> <p>If you made an application in person in an NDLS centre and are now submitting medical or eyesight report forms, or any other outstanding documentation – please note that your reference number and the postal address are provided on the receipt given at the time of application. Please quote your reference number when posting any documentation.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading1_8"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-am-applying-for-a-first-time-learner-permit-will-i-need-to-upload-my-driver-theory-test-certificate" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-am-applying-for-a-first-time-learner-permit-will-i-need-to-upload-my-driver-theory-test-certificate"> I am applying for a first time learner permit, will I need to upload my driver theory test certificate? </button> </h2> <div id="i-am-applying-for-a-first-time-learner-permit-will-i-need-to-upload-my-driver-theory-test-certificate" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading1_8" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion1"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>No you don’t need to upload your driver theory test certificate. </p> <p>Once you have passed your theory test you can apply online from the next working day. We will have a record of your test result.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading1_9"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-am-applying-for-a-first-time-learner-permit-how-will-i-submit-my-eyesight-report" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-am-applying-for-a-first-time-learner-permit-how-will-i-submit-my-eyesight-report"> I am applying for a first time learner permit, how will I submit my eyesight report? </button> </h2> <div id="i-am-applying-for-a-first-time-learner-permit-how-will-i-submit-my-eyesight-report" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading1_9" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion1"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You will be able to upload your eyesight report during the online application process.</p> <p>You will be guided through this process within the online application system.</p> <p>Alternatively, you can post it to the address provided to you in the email confirmation that you receive when you make your online application.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading1_10"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-am-applying-for-a-first-time-driving-licence-will-i-need-to-upload-my-certificate-of-competency" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-am-applying-for-a-first-time-driving-licence-will-i-need-to-upload-my-certificate-of-competency"> I am applying for a first time driving licence, will I need to upload my certificate of competency? </button> </h2> <div id="i-am-applying-for-a-first-time-driving-licence-will-i-need-to-upload-my-certificate-of-competency" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading1_10" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion1"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>No you don’t need to upload your certificate of competency. </p> <p>Once you have passed your driving test you can apply online from the next working day. We will have a record of your test result.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading1_11"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#will-i-need-to-submit-additional-supporting-documentation" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="will-i-need-to-submit-additional-supporting-documentation"> Will I need to submit additional supporting documentation? </button> </h2> <div id="will-i-need-to-submit-additional-supporting-documentation" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading1_11" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion1"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>In some cases you may need supporting documentation depending on your application type and circumstance. You will be prompted during the online application process if there is any additional documentation required. </p> <p>Alternatively you can check if you need supporting documents by selecting the licence or permit application type you are applying for from the menu bar of the website <a href="http://www.ndls.ie/">www.ndls.ie</a> and you will see a checklist of what is required.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading1_12"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-am-a-temporary-resident-in-ireland-and-hold-a-current-irish-residence-permit-irp-do-i-need-to-post-in-my-original-irp-when-making-an-online-application" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-am-a-temporary-resident-in-ireland-and-hold-a-current-irish-residence-permit-irp-do-i-need-to-post-in-my-original-irp-when-making-an-online-application"> I am a temporary resident in Ireland and hold a current Irish Residence Permit (IRP). Do I need to post in my original IRP when making an online application? </button> </h2> <div id="i-am-a-temporary-resident-in-ireland-and-hold-a-current-irish-residence-permit-irp-do-i-need-to-post-in-my-original-irp-when-making-an-online-application" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading1_12" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion1"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>No, you can upload a copy of your Irish Residence Permit (IRP) during the online application process</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading1_13"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-am-a-temporary-resident-in-ireland-and-hold-a-current-temporary-residence-card-trc-do-i-need-to-post-in-my-original-trc-when-making-an-online-application" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-am-a-temporary-resident-in-ireland-and-hold-a-current-temporary-residence-card-trc-do-i-need-to-post-in-my-original-trc-when-making-an-online-application"> I am a temporary resident in Ireland and hold a current Temporary Residence Card (TRC). Do I need to post in my original TRC when making an online application? </button> </h2> <div id="i-am-a-temporary-resident-in-ireland-and-hold-a-current-temporary-residence-card-trc-do-i-need-to-post-in-my-original-trc-when-making-an-online-application" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading1_13" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion1"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>No, you can upload a copy of your Temporary Residence Permit during the online application process.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading1_14"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-am-living-in-ireland-under-temporary-protection-do-i-need-to-post-in-my-original-section-60-temporary-residence-document-when-making-an-online-application" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-am-living-in-ireland-under-temporary-protection-do-i-need-to-post-in-my-original-section-60-temporary-residence-document-when-making-an-online-application"> I am living in Ireland under temporary protection, do I need to post in my original section 60 Temporary Residence document when making an online application? </button> </h2> <div id="i-am-living-in-ireland-under-temporary-protection-do-i-need-to-post-in-my-original-section-60-temporary-residence-document-when-making-an-online-application" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading1_14" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion1"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>No, you can upload a copy of your Section 60 Temporary Residence document during the online application process.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading1_15"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-am-having-technical-difficulties-applying-online"> I am having technical difficulties applying online? </button> </h2> <div id="i-am-having-technical-difficulties-applying-online" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading1_15" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion1"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>If you encounter any technical difficulties, please email our customer services team at <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#f59c9b939ab59b919986db9c90da"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="82ebece4edc2ece6eef1acebe7">[email protected]</span></a> </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>    <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="heading2"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#learner-permits" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="learner-permits"> Learner Permits </button> </h2> <div id="learner-permits" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="heading2" data-bs-parent="#accordionParent"> <div class="accordion-body">  <div class="accordion" id="sub-accordion2">  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_1"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-is-a-learner-permit" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-is-a-learner-permit"> What is a learner permit? </button> </h2> <div id="what-is-a-learner-permit" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_1" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">It is a permit issued to people who are learning to drive. For further information see <a href="/learner-driver/my-first-learner-permit.html/">How to apply for a learner permit</a></div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_2"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#for-how-long-is-a-learner-permit-valid" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="for-how-long-is-a-learner-permit-valid"> For how long is a learner permit valid? </button> </h2> <div id="for-how-long-is-a-learner-permit-valid" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_2" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content"> <table class="table table-bordered"> <tbody></tbody> <thead> <tr> <th>Period of Learner Permit</th> <th>Permit Count</th> </tr> </thead> <tbody> <tr> <td>2 years</td> <td>First or second learner permit</td> </tr> <tr> <td>2 years</td> <td> Third or subsequent learner permit - you must show evidence of failing a driving test in the previous two years </td> </tr> <tr> <td>1 year</td> <td> Third or subsequent learner permit - you must show evidence of having applied for or having a forthcoming test date </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_3"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-is-the-application-fee" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-is-the-application-fee"> What is the application fee? </button> </h2> <div id="what-is-the-application-fee" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_3" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>For all fees relating to learner permits see <a href="/learner-driver/fees.html/">Fees</a>.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_4"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-apply-for-a-learner-permit-online" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-apply-for-a-learner-permit-online"> Can I apply for a learner permit online? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-apply-for-a-learner-permit-online" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_4" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Yes. However, you must have already passed a <a href="https://theorytest.ie/book-your-theory-test/" target="_blank">theory test</a> in the vehicle category you wish to drive. To <a href="https://ndls.rsa.ie/" target="_blank">apply online</a> for a learner permit, you will need a <i>verified</i> <a href="https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/MyGovIDVerified/" target="_blank">MyGovID account</a> and <a href="/learner-driver/my-first-learner-permit.html/">supporting documentation</a>.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_5"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-is-a-public-services-card-psc" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-is-a-public-services-card-psc"> What is a Public Services Card (PSC)? </button> </h2> <div id="what-is-a-public-services-card-psc" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_5" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">A <a href="https://psc.gov.ie/" target="_blank">Public Services Card</a> helps you to access a range of public services easily. Your identity is fully authenticated when it is issued so you do not have to give the same information to multiple organisations. You can book a Public Service Card (PSC) appointment by phoning your local Intreo office. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 pandemic online PSC appointments are not available at <a href="http://www.mywelfare.ie/" target="_blank">www.mywelfare.ie.</a></div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_6"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-is-a-mygovid-account" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-is-a-mygovid-account"> What is a MyGovID account? </button> </h2> <div id="what-is-a-mygovid-account" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_6" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">This is a secure online account for accessing public services. It is simple to set up, you just need to visit <a href="https://www.gov.ie/en/service/b6ecfd-sign-up-for-mygovid/" target="_blank">www.mygovid.ie</a> to set up your <a href="https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/HowDoISignUp/" target="_blank">verified MyGovID</a>.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_7"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#do-i-have-to-pass-a-theory-test-before-i-apply-for-my-first-time-learner-permit" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="do-i-have-to-pass-a-theory-test-before-i-apply-for-my-first-time-learner-permit"> Do I have to pass a theory test before I apply for my first-time learner permit? </button> </h2> <div id="do-i-have-to-pass-a-theory-test-before-i-apply-for-my-first-time-learner-permit" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_7" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Yes. You will not be able to apply for a first-time learner permit until you have passed the <a href="https://theorytest.ie/book-your-theory-test/" target="_blank">driver theory test</a> in that vehicle category.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_8"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#how-many-times-can-i-renew-my-learner-permit" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="how-many-times-can-i-renew-my-learner-permit"> How many times can I renew my learner permit? </button> </h2> <div id="how-many-times-can-i-renew-my-learner-permit" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_8" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You can renew your learner permit twice. After that, you must apply for a driving test or have unsuccessfully taken the driving test in the previous two years. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_9"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-renew-my-learner-permit-before-its-expiry-date" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-renew-my-learner-permit-before-its-expiry-date"> Can I renew my learner permit before its expiry date? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-renew-my-learner-permit-before-its-expiry-date" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_9" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">Yes. You can apply to renew your learner permit within 3 months of expiry. You can also renew a learner permit up to 5 years after its expiry date.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_10"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#if-my-learner-permit-has-been-lost-stolen-or-damaged-can-i-apply-for-a-replacement-online" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="if-my-learner-permit-has-been-lost-stolen-or-damaged-can-i-apply-for-a-replacement-online"> If my learner permit has been lost, stolen or damaged, can I apply for a replacement online? </button> </h2> <div id="if-my-learner-permit-has-been-lost-stolen-or-damaged-can-i-apply-for-a-replacement-online" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_10" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">Yes. You can apply for a replacement learner permit online if you have a <a href="https://psc.gov.ie/" target="_blank">Public Services Card</a> and <a href="https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/MyGovIDVerified/" target="_blank">verified MyGovID.</a> For details on how to apply for a replacement learner permit online <a href="/learner-driver/replace-my-lost-stolen-learner-permit.html/">click here.</a></div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_11"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-exchange-my-non-irish-learner-permit-for-an-irish-one" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-exchange-my-non-irish-learner-permit-for-an-irish-one"> Can I exchange my non Irish learner permit for an Irish one? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-exchange-my-non-irish-learner-permit-for-an-irish-one" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_11" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">No. Learner permits are only valid for driving in the country of issue and are non exchangeable.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_12"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-update-my-personal-details-on-a-learner-permit-online" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-update-my-personal-details-on-a-learner-permit-online"> Can I update my personal details on a learner permit online? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-update-my-personal-details-on-a-learner-permit-online" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_12" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">Yes. You can update any personal details on a driving licence if you have a <a href="https://psc.gov.ie/" target="_blank">Public Services Card</a> and <a href="https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/HowDoISignUp/" target="_blank">verified MyGovID</a>. For details on how to update your personal details on a driving licence <a href="/learner-driver/update-my-personal-details.html/">click here.</a></div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_13"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-book-an-appointment-or-contact-my-local-ndls-centre" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-book-an-appointment-or-contact-my-local-ndls-centre"> Can I book an appointment or contact my local NDLS centre? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-book-an-appointment-or-contact-my-local-ndls-centre" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_13" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">The NDLS cannot book or cancel an appointment over the phone or by email. Walk-in appointments are no longer available. You must <a href="/booking-service.html/">book an appointment here. </a></div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_14"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-will-the-start-date-of-my-learner-permit-be-when-i-make-an-application" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-will-the-start-date-of-my-learner-permit-be-when-i-make-an-application"> What will the start date of my learner permit be when I make an application? </button> </h2> <div id="what-will-the-start-date-of-my-learner-permit-be-when-i-make-an-application" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_14" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">Under <a href="http://www.irishstatutebook.ie/eli/2015/si/242/made/en/print/" target="_blank">S.I. No. 242 of 2015</a> of European Union (Licensing of Drivers) (Validity of Licences) Regulations 2015, the start date of a learner permit will be the date of application.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_15"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-a-psc-be-presented-as-id-when-applying-in-person-for-a-learner-permit" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-a-psc-be-presented-as-id-when-applying-in-person-for-a-learner-permit"> Can a PSC be presented as ID when applying in person for a learner permit? </button> </h2> <div id="can-a-psc-be-presented-as-id-when-applying-in-person-for-a-learner-permit" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_15" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Yes. A Public Services Card can be used as: </p> <ul> <li>Photographic ID (name on learner permit application must match the name on card)</li> <li>Proof of PPSN</li> <li>Evidence of address (where the current address on the learner permit application is the same as the address provided on your Public Services Card)</li> <li>Proof that you’re normally resident in Ireland if your place of birth and nationality is outside the EU/EEA</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_16"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-is-edt" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-is-edt"> What is EDT? </button> </h2> <div id="what-is-edt" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_16" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content"><a href="https://www.rsa.ie/services/learner-drivers/driving-lessons/car-driving-lessons-(edt)/" target="_blank">Essential Driver Training</a> (EDT) was introduced for all new learner permit holders from 4 April 2011. It is a mandatory training course of 12 one hour sessions that teach fundamental driving skills to learner car drivers and this must be completed before taking the driving test.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_17"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#is-there-a-shorter-edt-programme-for-foreign-exchange-drivers" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="is-there-a-shorter-edt-programme-for-foreign-exchange-drivers"> Is there a shorter EDT programme for foreign exchange drivers? </button> </h2> <div id="is-there-a-shorter-edt-programme-for-foreign-exchange-drivers" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_17" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">Yes. On 21 January 2019 the RSA introduced a <a href="https://www.rsa.ie/services/learner-drivers/driving-lessons/car-driving-lessons-(edt)/" target="_blank">shorter EDT programme</a> for foreign licence holders who cannot exchange their licence in Ireland.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_18"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-is-ibt" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-is-ibt"> What is IBT? </button> </h2> <div id="what-is-ibt" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_18" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content"><a href="https://rsa.ie/en/RSA/Learner-Drivers/Motorcyclists/Initial-basic-training-IBT-for-motorcyclists/" target="_blank">Initial Basic Training</a> (IBT) was introduced for all motorcycle learner permit holders from 6 December 2010. It is a mandatory training course of 16-18 hours in 3-4 modules with a mixture of theory and practical skills depending on size of motorcycle.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_19"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#am-i-permitted-to-drive-unaccompanied-on-a-learner-permit" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="am-i-permitted-to-drive-unaccompanied-on-a-learner-permit"> Am I permitted to drive unaccompanied on a learner permit? </button> </h2> <div id="am-i-permitted-to-drive-unaccompanied-on-a-learner-permit" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_19" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">No. All new learner permit holders must be accompanied by a qualified driver at all times. This does not apply to learner permit drivers of motorcycles or tractors.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_20"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#who-can-accompany-a-learner-permit-holder-when-driving" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="who-can-accompany-a-learner-permit-holder-when-driving"> Who can accompany a learner permit holder when driving? </button> </h2> <div id="who-can-accompany-a-learner-permit-holder-when-driving" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_20" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">Learner permit holders must be accompanied at all times by a qualified driver (who holds a full driving licence in the category of vehicle being driven for a minimum of two years). A person who can drive in Ireland under a licence issued by either an EU Member State or by a country in the European Economic Area, can act as qualified driver. Otherwise a foreign licence holder cannot act as a qualified driver.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_21"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#are-there-penalty-points-for-not-displaying-l-plates" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="are-there-penalty-points-for-not-displaying-l-plates"> Are there penalty points for not displaying L plates? </button> </h2> <div id="are-there-penalty-points-for-not-displaying-l-plates" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_21" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">Yes. From 8 December 2014 a learner driver driving unaccompanied or not displaying L plates, or motorcyclists not wearing an L tabard are penalty point offences.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_22"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#are-there-penalty-points-for-driving-unaccompanied" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="are-there-penalty-points-for-driving-unaccompanied"> Are there penalty points for driving unaccompanied? </button> </h2> <div id="are-there-penalty-points-for-driving-unaccompanied" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_22" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">Yes. On 22 December 2018 changes in legislation were introduced for unaccompanied drivers where in addition to penalty points and a fixed charge, a learner permit holder driving unaccompanied can have their vehicle impounded, and where the unaccompanied learner driver is not the vehicle owner, the vehicle could be impounded and owner liable to a fine of up to €1,000.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_23"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-use-my-learner-permit-as-an-organ-donor-card" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-use-my-learner-permit-as-an-organ-donor-card"> Can I use my learner permit as an organ donor card? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-use-my-learner-permit-as-an-organ-donor-card" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_23" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">Yes. You now have the option of having code ‘115’ on a learner permit to signify that you are willing to be an organ donor.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_24"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#how-do-i-know-what-licence-categories-are-on-my-learner-permit" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="how-do-i-know-what-licence-categories-are-on-my-learner-permit"> How do I know what licence categories are on my learner permit? </button> </h2> <div id="how-do-i-know-what-licence-categories-are-on-my-learner-permit" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_24" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">The valid categories on your learner permit are those shown with a start and end date on the back of the permit. For further information see <a href="/how-to-apply.html#licence-categories/">licence categories here.</a> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_25"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#where-can-i-find-the-driver-number-on-a-learner-permit" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="where-can-i-find-the-driver-number-on-a-learner-permit"> Where can I find the driver number on a learner permit? </button> </h2> <div id="where-can-i-find-the-driver-number-on-a-learner-permit" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_25" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">This is a 9 digit number that appears in field 4d on your learner permit and remains with you throughout your driving history.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_26"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-drive-a-vehicle-with-a-manual-transmission-if-i-have-notation-78-on-my-learner-permit" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-drive-a-vehicle-with-a-manual-transmission-if-i-have-notation-78-on-my-learner-permit"> Can I drive a vehicle with a manual transmission if I have notation 78 on my learner permit? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-drive-a-vehicle-with-a-manual-transmission-if-i-have-notation-78-on-my-learner-permit" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_26" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">No. Notation 78 denotes "Automatic only".</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_27"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-does-my-doctor-or-optometrist-need-to-do-to-complete-an-eyesight-or-medical-report-form" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-does-my-doctor-or-optometrist-need-to-do-to-complete-an-eyesight-or-medical-report-form"> What does my doctor or optometrist need to do to complete an Eyesight or Medical Report Form? </button> </h2> <div id="what-does-my-doctor-or-optometrist-need-to-do-to-complete-an-eyesight-or-medical-report-form" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_27" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">Your doctor or optometrist needs to complete, sign and stamp this form. Any corrected error, alteration or change made in completing the form must be initialled and dated. It is your responsibility to ensure the form is completed and signed correctly.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_28"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-documents-are-required-to-prove-evidence-of-normal-residence-in-ireland" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-documents-are-required-to-prove-evidence-of-normal-residence-in-ireland"> What documents are required to prove evidence of normal residence in Ireland? </button> </h2> <div id="what-documents-are-required-to-prove-evidence-of-normal-residence-in-ireland" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_28" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">For information on requirements for proof of evidence of normal residence <a href="/how-to-apply/applying-in-person.html#evidence-of-normal-residence/">click here</a></div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_29"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#why-do-i-need-to-prove-my-normal-residence-if-it-was-provided-on-last-application" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="why-do-i-need-to-prove-my-normal-residence-if-it-was-provided-on-last-application"> Why do I need to prove my normal residence if it was provided on last application? </button> </h2> <div id="why-do-i-need-to-prove-my-normal-residence-if-it-was-provided-on-last-application" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_29" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">NDLS are required to ensure that all learner permit applications satisfy the residency requirement. If the information recorded on your existing learner permit or the information provided to DEASP (Dept of Employment Affairs & Social Protection) when registering for your PSC does not satisfy the requirement then you are required to provide such documentation.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_30"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#do-i-need-to-provide-evidence-of-normal-residence-if-i-am-adding-a-category-onto-a-learner-permit" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="do-i-need-to-provide-evidence-of-normal-residence-if-i-am-adding-a-category-onto-a-learner-permit"> Why do I need to prove my residency entitlement if it was provided on last application? </button> </h2> <div id="do-i-need-to-provide-evidence-of-normal-residence-if-i-am-adding-a-category-onto-a-learner-permit" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_30" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">Yes. Proof of normal residence will only be required for all applications if your place of birth is recorded as being outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland/UK.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading2_31"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-can-i-use-for-photo-id" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-can-i-use-for-photo-id"> Do I need to provide evidence of residency if I am adding a category onto a driving licence? </button> </h2> <div id="what-can-i-use-for-photo-id" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading2_31" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion2"> <div class="inner-content">For information on documentation acceptable for photo ID <a href="/how-to-apply/applying-in-person.html#photo-id/">click here</a></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>    <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="heading3"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#driving-licence" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="driving-licence"> Driving Licence </button> </h2> <div id="driving-licence" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="heading3" data-bs-parent="#accordionParent"> <div class="accordion-body">  <div class="accordion" id="sub-accordion3">  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_1"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#for-how-long-is-a-driving-licence-valid" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="for-how-long-is-a-driving-licence-valid"> For how long is a driving licence valid? </button> </h2> <div id="for-how-long-is-a-driving-licence-valid" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_1" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content"> <p><strong>Your age and medical fitness will determine the duration of the licence which can be issued:</strong></p> <table class="table table-bordered"> <tbody> </tbody> <thead> <tr> <th width="20%">Age</th> <th>Licence Term</th> </tr> </thead> <tbody> <tr> <td>Under 65 years</td> <td>Maximum* 10 year licence - Cars and Motorcycles or<br> Maximum* 5 year licence - Trucks and Buses </td> </tr> <tr> <td>65 - 71 years</td> <td>A licence which will expire on the eve of your 75th birthday at the latest. However please note that any group 2 categories (trucks and buses) will be for a maximum of five years which could expire before the driver turns 75.</td> </tr> <tr> <td>72 - 74 years</td> <td>3 year licence </td> </tr> <tr> <td>75 or over</td> <td>3 year licence or 1 year licence (subject to certification of fitness to drive by your doctor) </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p>* A one or three year licence may be issued where, for medical reasons, a longer licence term cannot be granted.</p> <p>The age in question is your age on the date of application</p> <p>For information see link to <a href="/about/licence-terms.html/">Periods of learner permits and driving licences</a>.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_2"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-is-the-application-fee-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-is-the-application-fee-2"> What is the application fee? </button> </h2> <div id="what-is-the-application-fee-2" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_2" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>For all fees relating to driving licences see <a href="/licensed-driver/fees.html/">Fees page</a>. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_3"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-apply-for-a-driving-licence-online" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-apply-for-a-driving-licence-online"> Can I apply for a driving licence online? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-apply-for-a-driving-licence-online" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_3" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content">Yes. You can apply for a driving licence online if you have a <a href="https://psc.gov.ie/" target="_blank">Public Services Card</a> and a <a href="https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/HowDoISignUp/" target="_blank">verified MyGovID.</a> For details on how to apply online for a driving licence <a href="/licensed-driver/my-first-time-driving-licence.html/">click here.</a> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_4"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-is-a-public-services-card-psc-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-is-a-public-services-card-psc-2"> What is a Public Services Card (PSC)? </button> </h2> <div id="what-is-a-public-services-card-psc-2" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_4" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content">A <a href="https://psc.gov.ie/" target="_blank">Public Services Card</a> helps you to access a range of public services easily. Your identity is fully authenticated when it is issued so you do not have to give the same information to multiple organisations. You can book a Public Service Card (PSC) appointment by calling your local Intreo office. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 pandemic online PSC appointments are not available at <a href="http://www.mywelfare.ie/" target="_blank">www.mywelfare.ie </a></div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_5"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-is-a-mygovid-account-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-is-a-mygovid-account-2"> What is a MyGovID account? </button> </h2> <div id="what-is-a-mygovid-account-2" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_5" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content">This is a secure online account for accessing public services. It is simple to set up, you just need to visit <a href="https://www.gov.ie/en/service/b6ecfd-sign-up-for-mygovid/" target="_blank">www.mygovid.ie</a> to set up your <a href="https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/HowDoISignUp/" target="_blank">verified MyGovID</a></div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_6"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-renew-my-driving-licence-online" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-renew-my-driving-licence-online"> Can I renew my driving licence online? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-renew-my-driving-licence-online" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_6" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content">You can renew your driving licence online providing you have a <a href="https://psc.gov.ie/" target="_blank">Public Services Card</a> and a <a href="https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/HowDoISignUp/" target="_blank">verified MyGovID.</a> For details on how to renew online <a href="/licensed-driver/renew-my-driving-licence.html/">click here.</a> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_7"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-renew-my-driving-licence-before-its-expiry-date" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-renew-my-driving-licence-before-its-expiry-date"> Can I renew my driving licence before its expiry date? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-renew-my-driving-licence-before-its-expiry-date" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_7" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content">Yes. You can apply to renew your driving licence within 3 months of the expiry date. You can also renew a driving licence up to 10 years after its expiry date.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_8"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#if-my-driving-licence-has-been-lost-stolen-or-damaged-can-i-apply-for-a-replacement-online" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="if-my-driving-licence-has-been-lost-stolen-or-damaged-can-i-apply-for-a-replacement-online"> If my driving licence has been lost, stolen or damaged, can I apply for a replacement online? </button> </h2> <div id="if-my-driving-licence-has-been-lost-stolen-or-damaged-can-i-apply-for-a-replacement-online" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_8" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content">Yes. You can apply for a replacement driving licence online if you have a <a href="https://psc.gov.ie/" target="_blank">Public Services Card</a> and a <a href="https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/HowDoISignUp/" target="_blank">verified MyGovID.</a> For further information on how to replace a lost/stolen or damaged licence <a href="/licensed-driver/replace-my-lost-stolen-driving-licence.html/">click here.</a></div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_9"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-exchange-my-eu-eea-driving-licence-for-an-irish-one" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-exchange-my-eu-eea-driving-licence-for-an-irish-one"> Can I exchange my EU/EEA driving licence for an Irish one? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-exchange-my-eu-eea-driving-licence-for-an-irish-one" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_9" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content">If you have a driving licence issued by an EU/EEA member state you can drive in Ireland as long as your existing licence is valid. If you wish to exchange your driving licence for an equivalent Irish driving licence, you must do so within 10 years of your driving licence expiring. Where a driving licence has been issued on foot of an exchange from a country that Ireland does not have an exchange agreement with then Ireland cannot exchange the driving licence. For further information see <a href="/licensed-driver/exchange-my-foreign-driving-licence.html/">Exchange My Foreign Driving Licence</a>.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_10"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-exchange-a-non-eu-eea-licence-for-an-irish-one" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-exchange-a-non-eu-eea-licence-for-an-irish-one"> Can I exchange a non EU/EEA licence for an Irish one? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-exchange-a-non-eu-eea-licence-for-an-irish-one" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_10" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content">In Ireland you can exchange a licence issued by another EU member state or other country/territory with which Ireland has a licence exchange agreement (known as a <a href="/licensed-driver/exchange-my-foreign-driving-licence.html#to-apply-to-exchange-a-foreign-driving-licence-issued-by-a-recognised-state/">recognised state</a>) where the licence originated within the EU or another recognised state.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_11"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-update-my-personal-details-on-my-driving-licence-online" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-update-my-personal-details-on-my-driving-licence-online"> Can I update my personal details on my driving licence online? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-update-my-personal-details-on-my-driving-licence-online" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_11" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content">Yes. You can update any personal details on a driving licence if you have a <a href="https://psc.gov.ie/" target="_blank">Public Services Card</a> and <a href="https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/HowDoISignUp/" target="_blank">verified MyGovID</a>. For details on how to update your personal details on a driving licence <a href="/licensed-driver/update-my-personal-details.html/">click here</a>.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_12"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-will-the-start-date-of-my-driving-licence-be-when-i-make-an-application" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-will-the-start-date-of-my-driving-licence-be-when-i-make-an-application"> What will the start date of my driving licence be when I make an application? </button> </h2> <div id="what-will-the-start-date-of-my-driving-licence-be-when-i-make-an-application" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_12" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content">Under <a href="http://www.irishstatutebook.ie/eli/2015/si/242/made/en/print/" target="_blank">S.I. No. 242 of 2015</a> of European Union (Licensing of Drivers) (Validity of Licences) Regulations 2015, the start date of a driving licence will be the date of application.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_13"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-use-my-plastic-card-driving-licence-as-an-organ-donor-card" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-use-my-plastic-card-driving-licence-as-an-organ-donor-card"> Can I use my plastic card driving licence as an organ donor card? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-use-my-plastic-card-driving-licence-as-an-organ-donor-card" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_13" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content">Yes. You now have the option of having code ‘115’ on a driving licence to signify that you are willing to be an organ donor.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_14"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-does-my-doctor-optometrist-need-to-do" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-does-my-doctor-optometrist-need-to-do"> What does my doctor / optometrist need to do? </button> </h2> <div id="what-does-my-doctor-optometrist-need-to-do" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_14" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content">If you need a medical form or an eyesight form , then your doctor or optometrist needs to fill in and sign this form appropriately. It is up to you to ensure the form is completed and signed in full, so ensure you check the form is fully completed with your doctor or optometrist before submitting.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_15"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#how-do-i-know-what-category-i-m-entitled-to-drive" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="how-do-i-know-what-category-i-m-entitled-to-drive"> How do I know what category I'm entitled to drive? </button> </h2> <div id="how-do-i-know-what-category-i-m-entitled-to-drive" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_15" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content">You can view the category on the back of your driving licence in which you have entitlement. For a full list see <a href="/about/licence-categories-and-codes.html/">licence categories</a>.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_16"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#where-can-i-find-the-driver-number-on-a-driving-licence" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="where-can-i-find-the-driver-number-on-a-driving-licence"> Where can I find the driver number on a driving licence? </button> </h2> <div id="where-can-i-find-the-driver-number-on-a-driving-licence" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_16" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content">This is a 9 digit number that appears in field 5 of your paper driving licence or field 4d on your plastic card driving licence and this number remains with you throughout your driving history.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_17"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-drive-a-vehicle-with-manual-transmission-if-i-have-notation-78-on-my-driving-licence" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-drive-a-vehicle-with-manual-transmission-if-i-have-notation-78-on-my-driving-licence"> Can I drive a vehicle with manual transmission if I have notation 78 on my driving licence? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-drive-a-vehicle-with-manual-transmission-if-i-have-notation-78-on-my-driving-licence" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_17" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content">No. Notation 78 denotes "Automatic only".</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_18"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-get-the-automatic-restriction-removed-if-i-have-a-manual-car-driving-licence-and-an-automatic-driving-licence-in-one-of-the-following-categories-be-c-ce-c1-c1e-d-de-d1-or-d1e" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-get-the-automatic-restriction-removed-if-i-have-a-manual-car-driving-licence-and-an-automatic-driving-licence-in-one-of-the-following-categories-be-c-ce-c1-c1e-d-de-d1-or-d1e"> Can I get the automatic restriction removed if I have a manual car driving licence and an automatic driving licence in one of the following categories BE, C, CE, C1, C1E, D, DE, D1 or D1E? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-get-the-automatic-restriction-removed-if-i-have-a-manual-car-driving-licence-and-an-automatic-driving-licence-in-one-of-the-following-categories-be-c-ce-c1-c1e-d-de-d1-or-d1e" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_18" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content">Yes. If you have a driving licence for categories BE, C, CE, C1, C1E, D, DE, D1 or D1E issued from 30 November 2013 with an automatic transmission restriction code 78, and hold a category B manual driving licence this code will be removed electronically from your driving licence record or you can apply for a replacement driving licence to have it updated on NDLS.ie.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_19"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-documents-are-required-to-prove-evidence-of-normal-residence-in-ireland-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-documents-are-required-to-prove-evidence-of-normal-residence-in-ireland-2"> What documents are required to prove evidence of normal residence in Ireland? </button> </h2> <div id="what-documents-are-required-to-prove-evidence-of-normal-residence-in-ireland-2" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_19" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content">For information on requirements for proof of evidence of normal residence <a href="/how-to-apply/applying-in-person.html#evidence-of-normal-residence/">click here</a></div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_20"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#why-do-i-need-to-prove-my-residency-entitlement-if-it-was-provided-on-last-application" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="why-do-i-need-to-prove-my-residency-entitlement-if-it-was-provided-on-last-application"> Why do I need to prove my residency entitlement if it was provided on last application? </button> </h2> <div id="why-do-i-need-to-prove-my-residency-entitlement-if-it-was-provided-on-last-application" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_20" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content">NDLS are required to ensure that all driving licence applications satisfy normal residence requirements. If the information recorded on your existing driving licence or the information provided to DEASP (Dept of Employment Affairs & Social Protection) when registering for your PSC does not satisfy the requirement then you are required to provide such documentation.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading3_21"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#do-i-need-to-provide-evidence-of-residency-if-i-am-adding-a-category-onto-a-driving-licence" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="do-i-need-to-provide-evidence-of-residency-if-i-am-adding-a-category-onto-a-driving-licence"> Do I need to provide evidence of residency if I am adding a category onto a driving licence? </button> </h2> <div id="do-i-need-to-provide-evidence-of-residency-if-i-am-adding-a-category-onto-a-driving-licence" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading3_21" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion3"> <div class="inner-content">Yes. Proof of normal residence will only be required for all applications if your place of birth is recorded as being outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland/UK.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>    <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="heading4"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#updating-your-personal-details" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="updating-your-personal-details"> Updating Your Personal Details </button> </h2> <div id="updating-your-personal-details" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="heading4" data-bs-parent="#accordionParent"> <div class="accordion-body">  <div class="accordion" id="sub-accordion4">  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading4_1"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#how-do-i-change-my-address-on-a-learner-permit-or-driving-licence" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="how-do-i-change-my-address-on-a-learner-permit-or-driving-licence"> How do I change my address on a learner permit or driving licence? </button> </h2> <div id="how-do-i-change-my-address-on-a-learner-permit-or-driving-licence" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading4_1" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion4"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You can now quickly and easily update your personal details online. For details on how to change your address on a:</p> <ul> <li>Learner permit <a href="/learner-driver/update-my-personal-details.html#to-apply-to-update-your-address/">click here</a> and</li> <li>Driving licence <a href="/licensed-driver/update-my-personal-details.html#to-apply-to-update-your-address/">click here.</a></li> </ul> <p>Alternatively you can <a href="/booking-service.html/">book an appointment here</a> to attend one of our NDLS centres in person.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading4_2"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#how-do-i-update-my-surname-following-a-marriage-or-civil-partnership-on-a-learner-permit-or-driving-licence" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="how-do-i-update-my-surname-following-a-marriage-or-civil-partnership-on-a-learner-permit-or-driving-licence"> How do I update my surname following a marriage or civil partnership on a learner permit or driving licence? </button> </h2> <div id="how-do-i-update-my-surname-following-a-marriage-or-civil-partnership-on-a-learner-permit-or-driving-licence" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading4_2" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion4"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You can now quickly and easily update your personal details online. For details on how to update your surname following a marriage or civil partnership on a: </p> <ul> <li>Learner permit <a href="/learner-driver/update-my-personal-details.html#to-apply-to-update-your-surname-following-marriage-or-civil-partnership/">click here</a> and</li> <li>Driving licence <a href="/licensed-driver/update-my-personal-details.html#to-apply-to-update-your-surname-following-marriage-or-civil-partnership/">click here.</a></li> </ul> <p>Alternatively you can <a href="/booking-service.html/">book an appointment here</a> to attend one of our NDLS centres in person.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading4_3"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#how-do-i-update-my-surname-following-separation-divorce-or-dissolution-of-civil-partnership-reverting-to-birth-surname-on-a-learner-permit-or-driving-licence" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="how-do-i-update-my-surname-following-separation-divorce-or-dissolution-of-civil-partnership-reverting-to-birth-surname-on-a-learner-permit-or-driving-licence"> How do I update my surname following separation divorce or dissolution of civil partnership (reverting to birth surname) on a learner permit or driving licence </button> </h2> <div id="how-do-i-update-my-surname-following-separation-divorce-or-dissolution-of-civil-partnership-reverting-to-birth-surname-on-a-learner-permit-or-driving-licence" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading4_3" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion4"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You can now quickly and easily update personal details online. For details on how to update your surname following separation, divorce or dissolution of civil partnership (reverting to birth surname) on a:</p> <ul> <li>Learner permit <a href="/learner-driver/update-my-personal-details.html#to-apply-to-update-your-surname-following-separation-divorce-or-dissolution-of-civil-partnership-reverting-to-birth-surname/">click here</a> and</li> <li>Driving licence <a href="/licensed-driver/update-my-personal-details.html#to-apply-to-update-your-surname-following-separation-divorce-or-dissolution-of-civil-partnership-reverting-to-birth-surname/">click here.</a></li> </ul> <p>Alternatively you can <a href="/booking-service.html/">book an appointment here</a> to attend one of our NDLS centres in person.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading4_4"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#how-do-i-update-my-name-to-the-irish-language-version-of-my-name-on-a-learner-permit-or-driving-licence" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="how-do-i-update-my-name-to-the-irish-language-version-of-my-name-on-a-learner-permit-or-driving-licence"> How do I update my name to the Irish language version of my name on a learner permit or driving licence? </button> </h2> <div id="how-do-i-update-my-name-to-the-irish-language-version-of-my-name-on-a-learner-permit-or-driving-licence" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading4_4" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion4"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You can now quickly and easily update personal details online. For details on how to update your name to the Irish language version on a:</p> <ul> <li>Learner permit <a href="/learner-driver/update-my-personal-details.html#to-apply-to-update-your-name-to-the-irish-language-version-of-your-name/">click here</a> and</li> <li>Driving licence <a href="/licensed-driver/update-my-personal-details.html#to-apply-to-update-your-name-to-the-irish-language-version-of-your-name/">click here.</a></li> </ul> <p>Alternatively you can <a href="/booking-service.html/">book an appointment here</a> to attend one of our NDLS centres in person.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading4_5"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#how-do-i-update-my-name-following-a-change-of-name-by-deed-poll" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="how-do-i-update-my-name-following-a-change-of-name-by-deed-poll"> How do I update my name following a change of name by deed poll? </button> </h2> <div id="how-do-i-update-my-name-following-a-change-of-name-by-deed-poll" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading4_5" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion4"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You can now quickly and easily update personal details online. For details on how to update your name following a change of name by deed poll on a:</p> <ul> <li>Learner permit <a href="/learner-driver/update-my-personal-details.html#to-apply-to-update-your-name-following-a-change-of-name-by-deed-poll/">click here</a> and</li> <li>Driving licence <a href="/licensed-driver/update-my-personal-details.html#to-apply-to-update-your-name-following-a-change-of-name-by-deed-poll/">click here.</a></li> </ul> <p>Alternatively you can <a href="/booking-service.html/">book an appointment here</a> to attend one of our NDLS centres in person.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading4_6"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#how-do-i-update-my-change-in-medical-details-on-a-learner-permit-or-driving-licence" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="how-do-i-update-my-change-in-medical-details-on-a-learner-permit-or-driving-licence"> How do I update my change in medical details on a learner permit or driving licence? </button> </h2> <div id="how-do-i-update-my-change-in-medical-details-on-a-learner-permit-or-driving-licence" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading4_6" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion4"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You can now quickly and easily update personal details online. For details on how to update your change in medical details on;</p> <ul> <li>Learner permit <a href="/learner-driver/update-my-personal-details.html#to-apply-for-a-change-of-medical-details/">click here</a> and</li> <li>Driving licence <a href="/licensed-driver/update-my-personal-details.html#to-apply-for-a-change-of-medical-details/">click here.</a></li> </ul> <p>Alternatively you can <a href="/booking-service.html/">book an appointment here</a> to attend one of our NDLS centres in person.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>    <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="heading5"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#medical-fitness-to-drive" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="medical-fitness-to-drive"> Medical Fitness to Drive </button> </h2> <div id="medical-fitness-to-drive" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="heading5" data-bs-parent="#accordionParent"> <div class="accordion-body">  <div class="accordion" id="sub-accordion5">  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading5_1"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#do-i-need-to-submit-an-eyesight-report-with-my-application-for-my-driving-licence-or-learner-permit" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="do-i-need-to-submit-an-eyesight-report-with-my-application-for-my-driving-licence-or-learner-permit"> Do I need to submit an eyesight report with my application for my driving licence or learner permit? </button> </h2> <div id="do-i-need-to-submit-an-eyesight-report-with-my-application-for-my-driving-licence-or-learner-permit" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading5_1" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion5"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You are required to submit an eyesight report form with an application for a driving licence or learner permit if:</p> <ul> <li>you are applying for your first learner permit</li> <li>you are exchanging a driving licence from outside the European Union</li> <li>you wish to remove a 01 notation (the requirement to wear corrective lenses when driving) from your driving licence or learner permit.</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading5_2"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#do-i-need-to-submit-a-medical-report-with-my-application-for-the-renewal-of-my-driving-licence-or-learner-permit" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="do-i-need-to-submit-a-medical-report-with-my-application-for-the-renewal-of-my-driving-licence-or-learner-permit"> Do I need to submit a medical report with my application for the renewal of my driving licence or learner permit? </button> </h2> <div id="do-i-need-to-submit-a-medical-report-with-my-application-for-the-renewal-of-my-driving-licence-or-learner-permit" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading5_2" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion5"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You are required to submit a medical report form with an application for the renewal of a driving licence or learner permit if:</p> <ul> <li>you are aged 75 or over, or the licence you are applying to renew expires the day before your 75th birthday</li> <li>you have certain medical conditions – see <a href="/medical-fitness/do-i-need-to-submit-a-medical-report.html#medical-conditions-which-must-be-reported-on-all-applications/">list of specified conditions here</a> </li> <li>you wish to apply to renew or add categories to a driving licence or learner permit which will include any group 2 bus and truck categories (C1, C, C1E, CE, D1, D, D1E, DE)</li> <li>your current driving licence includes the notation code 101 which indicates that renewal is subject to submission of a medical report.</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading5_3"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-did-a-medical-to-get-my-c-learner-permit-six-months-ago-why-is-another-one-needed-for-my-full-driving-licence" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-did-a-medical-to-get-my-c-learner-permit-six-months-ago-why-is-another-one-needed-for-my-full-driving-licence"> I did a medical to get my C learner permit six months ago, why is another one needed for my full driving licence? </button> </h2> <div id="i-did-a-medical-to-get-my-c-learner-permit-six-months-ago-why-is-another-one-needed-for-my-full-driving-licence" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading5_3" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion5"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Adding a category to a driving licence will trigger a new administrative period for the full licence. </p> <p>Group 2 categories (trucks and buses i.e. C1, C1E, C, CE, D1, D1E, D, DE) are issued for a maximum duration of five years with group 1 categories (cars, motorcycles, tractors) issued for a maximum of ten years.</p> <p>If you are applying to renew a driving licence which includes group 2 categories or if, having passed a driving test, you are applying to add a licence category where the new driving licence to be issued will include any group 2 categories, you are required to submit a medical report form which covers the full period of the licence to be issued. </p> <p>Therefore, even though you may have submitted a medical report form some months ago with your application for a learner permit, you would now have to submit an up-to-date medical report with your application to renew or add categories to a driving licence which includes group 2 categories.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading5_4"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-only-have-sight-in-one-eye-i-have-monocular-vision-can-i-obtain-or-renew-a-driving-licence-or-learner-permit-with-group-2-categories-trucks-and-buses" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-only-have-sight-in-one-eye-i-have-monocular-vision-can-i-obtain-or-renew-a-driving-licence-or-learner-permit-with-group-2-categories-trucks-and-buses"> I only have sight in one eye/I have monocular vision; can I obtain or renew a driving licence or learner permit with group 2 categories (trucks and buses)? </button> </h2> <div id="i-only-have-sight-in-one-eye-i-have-monocular-vision-can-i-obtain-or-renew-a-driving-licence-or-learner-permit-with-group-2-categories-trucks-and-buses" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading5_4" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion5"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Driving licence categories are divided into group 1 (motorcycles, cars and tractors) and group 2 (trucks and buses). There is a higher standard of physical and mental fitness required on the part of drivers who hold group 2 categories in light of the duration of time they spend behind the wheel and the greater size and weight of their vehicles.</p> <p>If you have a complete loss of vision in one eye or corrected acuity of less than 6/60 (0.1 decimal) in the weaker eye, you cannot obtain a driving licence or learner permit with group 2 categories.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading5_5"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-only-have-sight-in-one-eye-i-have-monocular-vision-can-i-obtain-a-driving-licence-or-learner-permit-with-group-1-categories-motorcycles-cars-and-tractors" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-only-have-sight-in-one-eye-i-have-monocular-vision-can-i-obtain-a-driving-licence-or-learner-permit-with-group-1-categories-motorcycles-cars-and-tractors"> I only have sight in one eye/I have monocular vision; can I obtain a driving licence or learner permit with group 1 categories (motorcycles, cars and tractors)? </button> </h2> <div id="i-only-have-sight-in-one-eye-i-have-monocular-vision-can-i-obtain-a-driving-licence-or-learner-permit-with-group-1-categories-motorcycles-cars-and-tractors" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading5_5" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion5"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Where you have complete loss of vision in one eye (i.e. if there is any light perception, you are not considered monocular), you may apply for a driving licence or learner permit with group 1 categories (motorcycles, cars and tractors), when clinically advised by a competent medical authority that you have adapted to the disability and the prescribed eyesight standard in the remaining eye can be satisfied and there is a normal monocular visual field in the remaining eye. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading5_6"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-wish-to-apply-online-how-do-i-submit-an-eyesight-or-medical-report" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-wish-to-apply-online-how-do-i-submit-an-eyesight-or-medical-report"> I wish to apply online, how do I submit an eyesight or medical report? </button> </h2> <div id="i-wish-to-apply-online-how-do-i-submit-an-eyesight-or-medical-report" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading5_6" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion5"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>If you are applying through the online application system, there is an option to upload your medical report form as part of the application process. If you cannot upload it at that time, you will be given the option to post it. The postal address will be included in the confirmation email you receive when you complete the online application.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading5_7"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-have-been-recently-diagnosed-with-a-new-medical-condition-how-do-i-inform-the-ndls" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-have-been-recently-diagnosed-with-a-new-medical-condition-how-do-i-inform-the-ndls"> I have been recently diagnosed with a new medical condition, how do I inform the NDLS? </button> </h2> <div id="i-have-been-recently-diagnosed-with-a-new-medical-condition-how-do-i-inform-the-ndls" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading5_7" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion5"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>If, following consultation with your doctor, your medical condition is one that must be notified to the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS), you will need to have a medical report form completed regarding your fitness to drive and apply to the NDLS for a change of personal (medical) details. It is not adequate to send an email to us.</p> <p>This is the list of medical conditions <a href="/medical-fitness/do-i-need-to-submit-a-medical-report.html#medical-conditions-which-must-be-reported-on-all-applications/">here</a> about which you are required to notify the NDLS. </p> <p>For more details on these see <a href="/medical-fitness/do-i-need-to-submit-a-medical-report.html#medical-fitness-to-drive-guidelines/">Sláinte agus Tiomáint Medical Fitness to Drive Guidelines</a></p> <p>To make an application to update your medical details, you can apply online if you have a public services card and a verified MyGovID. Otherwise, you will have to <a href="/booking-service.html/">book an appointment</a> to attend an NDLS centre in person. </p> <p>You can apply online for a change of medical details on a learner permit <a href="/learner-driver/update-my-personal-details.html#to-apply-for-a-change-of-medical-details/">here</a>. </p> <p>You can apply online for a change of medical details on a driving licence <a href="/licensed-driver/update-my-personal-details.html#to-apply-for-a-change-of-medical-details/">here</a>. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading5_8"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-have-been-advised-by-my-doctor-to-cease-driving-–-what-do-i-do-with-my-driving-licence-or-learner-permit" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-have-been-advised-by-my-doctor-to-cease-driving-–-what-do-i-do-with-my-driving-licence-or-learner-permit"> I have been advised by my doctor to cease driving – what do I do with my driving licence or learner permit? </button> </h2> <div id="i-have-been-advised-by-my-doctor-to-cease-driving-–-what-do-i-do-with-my-driving-licence-or-learner-permit" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading5_8" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion5"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Where you have been advised by your doctor that you must stop driving you should surrender your driving licence or learner permit to;</p> <p>Medical Fitness - Driver Licensing,<br> Road Safety Authority,<br> Moy Valley Business Park,<br> Primrose Hill,<br> Dublin Road,<br> Ballina,<br> Co. Mayo</p> <p>Please include a short note to say that you are surrendering your driving licence or learner permit on medical grounds. There is no need to submit a medical report or letter from your doctor or any other forms when surrendering your driving licence or learner permit.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading5_9"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-had-surrendered-my-licence-on-medical-grounds-but-my-doctor-says-i-am-now-fit-to-return-to-driving-–-what-do-i-need-to-do" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-had-surrendered-my-licence-on-medical-grounds-but-my-doctor-says-i-am-now-fit-to-return-to-driving-–-what-do-i-need-to-do"> I had surrendered my licence on medical grounds, but my doctor says I am now fit to return to driving – what do I need to do? </button> </h2> <div id="i-had-surrendered-my-licence-on-medical-grounds-but-my-doctor-says-i-am-now-fit-to-return-to-driving-–-what-do-i-need-to-do" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading5_9" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion5"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Where you had been advised by your doctor that you could not drive for a period of time and are then told by your doctor that you may return to driving, you should make an application to the NDLS for a change in personal (medical) details. The application must be accompanied by an up-to-date driving licence medical report form completed by your doctor confirming your fitness to drive. There is no application fee payable unless it is due for renewal or you are also applying for a replacement of a lost or stolen licence or permit. </p> <p>In order for you to make an application to update your medical details, you can apply online if you have a public services card and a verified MyGovID account. Otherwise, you will have to <a href="/booking-service.html/">book an appointment</a> to attend an NDLS centre in person. </p> <p>You can apply online for a change of medical details on a learner permit <a href="/learner-driver/update-my-personal-details.html#to-apply-for-a-change-of-medical-details/">here</a>. </p> <p>You can apply online for a change of medical details on a driving licence <a href="/licensed-driver/update-my-personal-details.html#to-apply-for-a-change-of-medical-details/">here</a>. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading5_10"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#my-doctor-wants-me-to-undergo-an-on-road-driving-assessment-orda-–-how-do-i-go-about-this" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="my-doctor-wants-me-to-undergo-an-on-road-driving-assessment-orda-–-how-do-i-go-about-this"> My doctor wants me to undergo an on-road driving assessment (ORDA) – how do I go about this? </button> </h2> <div id="my-doctor-wants-me-to-undergo-an-on-road-driving-assessment-orda-–-how-do-i-go-about-this" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading5_10" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion5"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>If your doctor has requested that you undergo an on-road driving assessment (ORDA), you would have to arrange this assessment yourself. Your doctor may be able to recommend a local operator that carries out these assessments so you should discuss this with your doctor. For further information you can email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#0c616968656f6d606a657862697f7f4c7e7f6d22656923"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="224f47464b41434e444b564c475151625051430c4b47">[email protected]</span></a></p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading5_11"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#is-there-any-fee-involved-to-change-personal-medical-details" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="is-there-any-fee-involved-to-change-personal-medical-details"> Is there any fee involved to change personal (medical) details? </button> </h2> <div id="is-there-any-fee-involved-to-change-personal-medical-details" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading5_11" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion5"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>There is no application fee payable when applying to update personal details on a driving licence or learner permit unless it is due for renewal or you are also applying for a replacement of a lost or stolen licence or permit. </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>    <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="heading6"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#exchange-of-foreign-driving-licences" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="exchange-of-foreign-driving-licences"> Exchange of Foreign Driving Licences </button> </h2> <div id="exchange-of-foreign-driving-licences" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="heading6" data-bs-parent="#accordionParent"> <div class="accordion-body">  <div class="accordion" id="sub-accordion6">  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading6_1"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-want-to-exchange-my-recognised-state-driving-licence-for-an-irish-driving-licence-my-recognised-state-driving-licence-is-lost-stolen-i-previously-did-not-hold-an-irish-driving-licence-what-do-i-do" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-want-to-exchange-my-recognised-state-driving-licence-for-an-irish-driving-licence-my-recognised-state-driving-licence-is-lost-stolen-i-previously-did-not-hold-an-irish-driving-licence-what-do-i-do"> I want to exchange my recognised state driving licence for an Irish driving licence, my recognised state driving licence is lost/stolen. I previously did not hold an Irish driving licence. What do I do? </button> </h2> <div id="i-want-to-exchange-my-recognised-state-driving-licence-for-an-irish-driving-licence-my-recognised-state-driving-licence-is-lost-stolen-i-previously-did-not-hold-an-irish-driving-licence-what-do-i-do" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading6_1" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion6"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>An exchange may occur only if the licence issued by the recognised state is submitted to the NDLS when making a foreign licence exchange application. If there is no licence available to be submitted an exchange application cannot occur. If you cannot exchange your foreign licence and you reside in Ireland and you want to drive in Ireland, you will need to go through the learning to drive process.</p> <p>The learning to drive process is:</p> <ul> <li>Apply for and pass a <a href="https://theorytest.ie/book-your-theory-test/">Driver Theory Test</a> </li> <li>Apply for and receive a <a href="/learner-driver/my-first-learner-permit.html/">Learner Permit</a> </li> <li>Apply for and pass a <a href="https://www.rsa.ie/services/learner-drivers/the-driving-test/">driving test</a> in Ireland and </li> <li>Apply for and receive an <a href="/licensed-driver/my-first-time-driving-licence.html/">Irish driving licence</a>.</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading6_2"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-want-to-exchange-my-recognised-state-driving-licence-for-irish-driving-licence-my-recognised-state-driving-licence-is-lost-stolen-i-held-an-irish-driving-licence-within-last-10-years-what-do-i-do" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-want-to-exchange-my-recognised-state-driving-licence-for-irish-driving-licence-my-recognised-state-driving-licence-is-lost-stolen-i-held-an-irish-driving-licence-within-last-10-years-what-do-i-do"> I want to exchange my recognised state driving licence for Irish driving licence, my recognised state driving licence is lost/stolen. I held an Irish driving licence within last 10 years. What do I do? </button> </h2> <div id="i-want-to-exchange-my-recognised-state-driving-licence-for-irish-driving-licence-my-recognised-state-driving-licence-is-lost-stolen-i-held-an-irish-driving-licence-within-last-10-years-what-do-i-do" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading6_2" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion6"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Please contact NDLS via <a href="/contact-form.html/">NDLS Contact Us Form</a> or contact NDLS by phone on 0818 700 800 or +353 214624810.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading6_3"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-want-to-exchange-my-recognised-state-driving-licence-for-an-irish-driving-licence-my-recognised-state-driving-licence-is-lost-stolen-i-held-an-irish-driving-licence-but-that-irish-driving-licence-expired-more-than-10-years-ago-what-do-i-do" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-want-to-exchange-my-recognised-state-driving-licence-for-an-irish-driving-licence-my-recognised-state-driving-licence-is-lost-stolen-i-held-an-irish-driving-licence-but-that-irish-driving-licence-expired-more-than-10-years-ago-what-do-i-do"> I want to exchange my recognised state driving licence for an Irish driving licence, my recognised state driving licence is lost/stolen. I held an Irish driving licence but that Irish driving licence expired more than 10 years ago. What do I do? </button> </h2> <div id="i-want-to-exchange-my-recognised-state-driving-licence-for-an-irish-driving-licence-my-recognised-state-driving-licence-is-lost-stolen-i-held-an-irish-driving-licence-but-that-irish-driving-licence-expired-more-than-10-years-ago-what-do-i-do" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading6_3" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion6"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>An exchange may occur only if the licence issued by the recognised state is submitted to the NDLS when making a foreign licence exchange application. If there is no licence available to be submitted an exchange application cannot occur. If you cannot exchange your foreign licence and you reside in Ireland and you want to drive in Ireland, you will need to go through the learning to drive process. The learning to drive process is</p> <ul> <li>Apply for and pass a <a href="https://theorytest.ie/book-your-theory-test/">Driver Theory Test</a> </li> <li>Apply for and receive a <a href="/learner-driver/my-first-learner-permit.html/">Learner Permit</a> </li> <li>Apply for and pass a <a href="https://www.rsa.ie/services/learner-drivers/the-driving-test/">driving test</a> in Ireland and </li> <li>Apply for and receive an <a href="/licensed-driver/my-first-time-driving-licence.html/">Irish driving licence</a>.</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading6_4"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-drive-here-on-a-full-licence-from-a-country-that-does-not-have-an-exchange-agreement-with-ireland" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-drive-here-on-a-full-licence-from-a-country-that-does-not-have-an-exchange-agreement-with-ireland"> Can I drive here on a full licence from a country that does not have an exchange agreement with Ireland? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-drive-here-on-a-full-licence-from-a-country-that-does-not-have-an-exchange-agreement-with-ireland" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading6_4" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion6"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>If you hold a national driving licence from any country that does not have an exchange agreement with Ireland you may drive here only while you are a visitor and never for longer than 12 months. Once you become a resident you must pass a <a href="https://theorytest.ie/book-your-theory-test/">driver theory test</a>, <a href="/how-to-apply/applying-online.html">apply for a learner permit</a>, complete a course of <a href="https://www.rsa.ie/services/learner-drivers/driving-lessons/car-driving-lessons-(edt)">Essential Driver Training (EDT)</a>, <a href="https://www.rsa.ie/services/learner-drivers/the-driving-test">pass your driving test</a> and <a href="https://www.rsa.ie/services/licensed-drivers/driving-licence/apply-for-your-first-licence">apply for a driving licence</a> to drive in Ireland. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading6_5"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-hold-a-full-foreign-licence-which-is-not-recognised-for-exchange-and-am-now-applying-for-a-learner-permit-do-i-need-to-complete-edt-essential-driver-training" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-hold-a-full-foreign-licence-which-is-not-recognised-for-exchange-and-am-now-applying-for-a-learner-permit-do-i-need-to-complete-edt-essential-driver-training"> I hold a full foreign licence which is not recognised for exchange and am now applying for a Learner permit. Do I need to complete EDT (Essential Driver Training) </button> </h2> <div id="i-hold-a-full-foreign-licence-which-is-not-recognised-for-exchange-and-am-now-applying-for-a-learner-permit-do-i-need-to-complete-edt-essential-driver-training" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading6_5" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion6"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>On taking up residence you must <a href="https://theorytest.ie/book-your-theory-test/">pass a driver theory test</a>, <a href="/learner-driver/my-first-learner-permit.html">apply for a learner permit</a>, complete a course of <a href="https://www.rsa.ie/services/learner-drivers/driving-lessons/car-driving-lessons-(edt)">Essential Driver Training (EDT)</a>, <a href="https://www.rsa.ie/services/learner-drivers/the-driving-test/how-to-apply">pass your driving test</a> and <a href="/licensed-driver/my-first-time-driving-licence.html">apply for a driving licence</a> to drive in Ireland.</p> <p>For further details see our <a href="https://www.rsa.ie/docs/default-source/services/s1.8-learner-driver-resources/information-about-reduced-edt-for-foreign-licence-holders-nov-2022.pdf?sfvrsn=898237e6_3">Information Note on Reduced EDT</a> and <a href="https://www.rsa.ie/docs/default-source/services/s2-licensed-drivers/application-form-for-reduced-edt.-june-2024.pdf?sfvrsn=568d988a_3">Application Form for reduced EDT and/or six-month exemption</a>. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading6_6"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#how-do-i-qualify-for-reduced-edt-if-i-hold-a-full-driving-licence-from-a-non-recognised-state-and-wish-to-apply-for-a-learner-permit-here" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="how-do-i-qualify-for-reduced-edt-if-i-hold-a-full-driving-licence-from-a-non-recognised-state-and-wish-to-apply-for-a-learner-permit-here"> How do I qualify for reduced EDT if I hold a full driving licence from a non recognised state and wish to apply for a learner permit here? </button> </h2> <div id="how-do-i-qualify-for-reduced-edt-if-i-hold-a-full-driving-licence-from-a-non-recognised-state-and-wish-to-apply-for-a-learner-permit-here" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading6_6" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion6"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>On 21 January 2019 the RSA introduced a shorter EDT programme for foreign licence holders whose full licence from another country (jurisdiction) is not exchangeable with Ireland.You may qualify for exemption from EDT lessons 2,3,4,8,11 and 12. For further details see <a href="/images/Documents/Information_about_Reduced_EDT_for_Foreign_Licence_Holders_Nov_2022.pdf">EDT shortened program</a> and related <a href="/images/Documents/Forms/2416_RSA_EDT_App_Form_Web.pdf">application form for reduced EDT</a></p> <p>If you pass your <a href="http://www.rsa.ie/en/RSA/Learner-Drivers/The-Driving-Test/" target="_blank">driving test</a>, you can then apply for a full Irish driving licence. For details on how to apply for a first time Learner Permit <a href="/how-to-apply/learner-permit.html#to-apply-for-a-first-time-learner-permit/">click here.</a></p> <p><strong>Please Note: Once you obtain an Irish learner permit, this will take precedence over your full foreign driving licence and all rules and regulations pertaining to the holder of a learner permit applies e.g. display of L plates, must be accompanied etc.</strong></p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading6_7"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-exchange-my-eu-eea-driving-licence-for-an-irish-one-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-exchange-my-eu-eea-driving-licence-for-an-irish-one-2"> Can I exchange my EU/EEA driving licence for an Irish one? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-exchange-my-eu-eea-driving-licence-for-an-irish-one-2" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading6_7" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion6"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>If you have a driving licence issued by an EU/EEA member state you can drive in Ireland as long as your existing licence is valid. If you wish to exchange your driving licence for an equivalent Irish driving licence, you must do so within 10 years of your driving licence expiring. </p> <p>Where a driving licence has been issued on foot of an exchange from a country that Ireland does not have an exchange agreement with then Ireland cannot exchange the driving licence.</p> <p>For details on how to exchange an EU/EEA driving licence <a href="/licensed-driver/exchange-my-foreign-driving-licence.html#to-apply-in-person-at-an-ndls-centre-to-exchange-an-eu-eea-driving-licence/">click here.</a></p><a href="/licensed-driver/exchange-my-foreign-driving-licence.html#to-apply-in-person-at-an-ndls-centre-to-exchange-an-eu-eea-driving-licence/"> </a> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading6_8"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-hold-a-eu-licence-with-code-95-and-drive-professionally-when-i-exchange-my-eu-licence-will-i-retain-code-95-and-be-able-to-continue-to-drive-professionally" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-hold-a-eu-licence-with-code-95-and-drive-professionally-when-i-exchange-my-eu-licence-will-i-retain-code-95-and-be-able-to-continue-to-drive-professionally"> I hold a EU licence with code 95 and drive professionally, when I exchange my EU licence will I retain code 95 and be able to continue to drive professionally? </button> </h2> <div id="i-hold-a-eu-licence-with-code-95-and-drive-professionally-when-i-exchange-my-eu-licence-will-i-retain-code-95-and-be-able-to-continue-to-drive-professionally" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading6_8" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion6"> <div class="inner-content">Where the code 95 CPC is noted on an EU driving licence, this will not be transferred to the Irish driving licence and you must apply for a separate CPC card to the RSA if you want to continue driving professionally. For further details on CPC. <a href="https://www.rsa.ie/services/licensed-drivers/driving-licence/exchange-foreign-licence/" target="_blank">Learn more here</a>.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading6_9"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-exchange-a-non-eu-eea-driving-licence-for-an-irish-one" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-exchange-a-non-eu-eea-driving-licence-for-an-irish-one"> Can I exchange a non-EU/EEA driving licence for an Irish one? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-exchange-a-non-eu-eea-driving-licence-for-an-irish-one" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading6_9" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion6"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>In Ireland you can only exchange a licence issued by another EU member state or other country/territory with which Ireland has a licence exchange agreement (known as a <a href="/licensed-driver/exchange-my-foreign-driving-licence.html#to-apply-to-exchange-a-foreign-driving-licence-issued-by-a-recognised-state/">recognised state</a>) where the licence originated within the EU or another recognised state. For details on how to exchange a driving licence from a recognised state <a href="/licensed-driver/exchange-my-foreign-driving-licence.html#to-apply-to-exchange-a-foreign-driving-licence-issued-by-a-recognised-state/">click here</a>. </p> </a> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading6_10"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-apply-online-to-exchange-my-foreign-licence-for-an-irish-driving-licence" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-apply-online-to-exchange-my-foreign-licence-for-an-irish-driving-licence"> Can I apply online to exchange my foreign licence for an Irish driving licence? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-apply-online-to-exchange-my-foreign-licence-for-an-irish-driving-licence" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading6_10" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion6"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You can now <a href="/licensed-driver/exchange-my-foreign-driving-licence.html#to-apply-to-exchange-a-foreign-driving-licence-issued-by-a-member-state-of-the-european-union-european-economic-area/">apply online here</a> to exchange your foreign driving licence if you have a <a href="https://psc.gov.ie/" target="_blank">Public Services Card</a> and <a href="https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/HowDoISignUp/" target="_blank">verified MyGovID</a> </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading6_11"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#how-long-does-it-take-to-exchange-a-foreign-licence-for-an-irish-licence" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="how-long-does-it-take-to-exchange-a-foreign-licence-for-an-irish-licence"> How long does it take to exchange a foreign licence for an Irish licence? </button> </h2> <div id="how-long-does-it-take-to-exchange-a-foreign-licence-for-an-irish-licence" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading6_11" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion6"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>In some cases, we will need to contact the country that issued your licence and await confirmation of validity from them before we can issue you an Irish licence. Unfortunately, this may cause a delay of several weeks in issuing you an Irish licence.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading6_12"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-is-a-letter-of-entitlement-or-driver-statement" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-is-a-letter-of-entitlement-or-driver-statement"> What is a Letter of Entitlement or Driver Statement? </button> </h2> <div id="what-is-a-letter-of-entitlement-or-driver-statement" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading6_12" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion6"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>A letter of entitlement or driver statement is a copy of your driver record or history showing details of name, address, date of birth, driver number, date of expiry of licence and class of licence including details of what that class refers to. It is issued by the licensing authority in the country of origin.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading6_13"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-categories-will-i-get-on-my-irish-driving-licence-when-i-exchange-my-uk-ni-driving-licence" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-categories-will-i-get-on-my-irish-driving-licence-when-i-exchange-my-uk-ni-driving-licence"> What categories will I get on my Irish driving licence when I exchange my UK/NI driving licence? </button> </h2> <div id="what-categories-will-i-get-on-my-irish-driving-licence-when-i-exchange-my-uk-ni-driving-licence" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading6_13" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion6"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>It is important to note that some categories on your UK/NI driving licence may have UK national codes associated with them, which may mean these particular categories are not transferable to an Irish licence.</p> <p>For more details see below.</p> <p><strong>Category D1 and D1E Licence with Code 1 or Code 101 (not for hire or reward)</strong></p> <p>The licence for minibus (category D1) and bus with trailer attached (category D1E) with code 1 or Code 101 indicating “Not for hire or reward” (nfhr) which was granted in the UK/NI is not transferable when you exchange it for an Irish driving licence as this was a national category in the UK and only valid to drive in the UK.</p> <p>However, if you are the holder of a category D1 and D1E driving licence without these codes they are transferable to your driving licence provided you submit a medical report with your application.</p> <p><strong>Category EC1 Licence with Code 107</strong></p> <p>The licence for light articulated truck (EC1 category) with Code 107 was granted in the UK/NI and is not transferable when you exchange your UK/NI licence for an Irish one, as there is not an equivalent category in Ireland.</p> <p><strong>Category EC Licence with Code 102</strong></p> <p>The licence for articulated truck (EC category) with Code 102 was granted in the UK/NI and is not transferable when you exchange your UK/NI licence for an Irish one, as there is not an equivalent category in Ireland.</p> </div> </div> </div>   </div> </div> </div> </div>    <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="heading7"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#penalty-points" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="penalty-points"> Penalty Points </button> </h2> <div id="penalty-points" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="heading7" data-bs-parent="#accordionParent"> <div class="accordion-body">  <div class="accordion" id="sub-accordion7">  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading7_1"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-are-penalty-points" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-are-penalty-points"> What are penalty points? </button> </h2> <div id="what-are-penalty-points" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading7_1" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion7"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Penalty points are designed to encourage safe driving and reduce casualties on our roads. For further details and the full list of penalty point offences please visit <a href="https://rsa.ie/en/RSA/Licensed-Drivers/Penalty-points/" target="_blank">www.rsa.ie</a></p> <p>Penalty point offences are recorded on your driving licence record if:</p> <ul> <li>You are convicted of a driving offence that attracts penalty points, or </li> <li>You are served with a fixed charge notice for an alleged offence that attracts penalty points and you opt to pay the fine. If the fine is not paid it will be referred to the courts where a higher number of penalty points will apply.</li> </ul> <p>Any driver accumulating 12 penalty points or 7 points where applicable in the case of a <a href="/licensed-driver/my-first-time-driving-licence.html#n-plates-and-novice-drivers/">novice driver</a> or learner permit holder within any given three-year period will be automatically disqualified from driving for six months.</p> <p>You are required to surrender your Irish or foreign driving licence to the National Driver Licence Service within 14 days of disqualification commencing. It is an offence not to surrender a licence. It is also an offence to drive while disqualified.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading7_2"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#how-can-i-check-penalty-points-on-my-licence" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="how-can-i-check-penalty-points-on-my-licence"> How can I check penalty points on my licence? </button> </h2> <div id="how-can-i-check-penalty-points-on-my-licence" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading7_2" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion7"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>To check if you have any penalty points please complete this <a href="/contact-form.html?reason=Driver%20Statement%20Request">Driver Statement Form </a>and include as it appears on your learner permit or driving licence, your Name, your Driver Number, Date of Birth, PPSN and whether you would like to receive it by email or post. No fee required.</p> <p style="font-size:1.25em;"><strong>Note:</strong> Information regarding a driver will not be sent to a third party, it can only issue to email or postal address associated with your driver record</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading7_3"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-received-notification-of-penalty-points-when-will-they-be-applied" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-received-notification-of-penalty-points-when-will-they-be-applied"> I received notification of penalty points, when will they be applied? </button> </h2> <div id="i-received-notification-of-penalty-points-when-will-they-be-applied" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading7_3" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion7"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Penalty points are applied 28 days after the issue of the notification to a current valid licence. This is provided for in law and cannot be amended.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading7_4"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#when-will-my-penalty-points-expire" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="when-will-my-penalty-points-expire"> When will my penalty points expire? </button> </h2> <div id="when-will-my-penalty-points-expire" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading7_4" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion7"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Penalty Points are applied to a current valid driving licence for a period of 3 years and will then expire. Where a driver does not have a current licence during that period or they are disqualified then that period will be added to the 3 year period. A letter issues to the driver when the points expire.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading7_5"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#how-do-i-update-my-penalty-point-address-so-my-notifications-go-to-the-correct-address" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="how-do-i-update-my-penalty-point-address-so-my-notifications-go-to-the-correct-address"> How do I update my penalty point address so my notifications go to the correct address? </button> </h2> <div id="how-do-i-update-my-penalty-point-address-so-my-notifications-go-to-the-correct-address" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading7_5" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion7"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You will need to email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#7a1613191f140913141d0b0f1f08131f093a08091b54131f55"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="e985808a8c879a80878e989c8c9b808c9aa99b9a88c7808c">[email protected]</span></a> confirming your name, driver number and proof of new address.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading7_6"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#at-what-number-of-points-am-i-disqualified-from-holding-a-driving-licence" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="at-what-number-of-points-am-i-disqualified-from-holding-a-driving-licence"> At what number of points am I disqualified from holding a driving licence? </button> </h2> <div id="at-what-number-of-points-am-i-disqualified-from-holding-a-driving-licence" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading7_6" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion7"> <div class="inner-content"> <table class="table table-bordered"> <tbody> </tbody> <thead> <tr> <th>Disqualification from holding a driving licence or learner permit </th> <th width="20%">Penalty Points</th> </tr> </thead> <tbody> <tr> <td>Full licence issued prior to 01 August 2014</td> <td>12 points</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Learner permit issued from 01 August 2014 and within the first two years of holding your first driving licence</td> <td>7 points</td> </tr> <tr> <td>Learner permit issued before 01 August 2014 and within the first two years of holding your first driving licence</td> <td>7 points or 12 points*</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p>*On accumulation of 12 points in total or 7 points issued since 1 August 2014, whichever reached first.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading7_7"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#do-i-have-to-surrender-my-learner-permit-or-driving-licence-to-the-ndls-when-disqualified-on-penalty-points" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="do-i-have-to-surrender-my-learner-permit-or-driving-licence-to-the-ndls-when-disqualified-on-penalty-points"> Do I have to surrender my learner permit or driving licence to the NDLS when disqualified on penalty points? </button> </h2> <div id="do-i-have-to-surrender-my-learner-permit-or-driving-licence-to-the-ndls-when-disqualified-on-penalty-points" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading7_7" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion7"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Yes, the learner permit, driving licence or foreign driving licence must be surrendered to NDLS, P.O. Box 858, Southside Delivery Office, Cork for the duration of the disqualification which is 6 months.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading7_8"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-am-serving-a-penalty-point-disqualification-but-my-driving-licence-learner-permit-expires-during-the-disqualification-do-i-need-to-do-anything" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-am-serving-a-penalty-point-disqualification-but-my-driving-licence-learner-permit-expires-during-the-disqualification-do-i-need-to-do-anything"> I am serving a penalty point disqualification but my driving licence/learner permit expires during the disqualification, do I need to do anything? </button> </h2> <div id="i-am-serving-a-penalty-point-disqualification-but-my-driving-licence-learner-permit-expires-during-the-disqualification-do-i-need-to-do-anything" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading7_8" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion7"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Yes, you must renew your driving licence/learner permit immediately, otherwise the disqualification will stop counting down and the remaining period will only be served when you renew your driving licence/learner permit.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading7_9"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-was-disqualified-for-reaching-the-penalty-points-threshold-how-do-i-get-my-licence-back-do-i-have-to-apply-for-it" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-was-disqualified-for-reaching-the-penalty-points-threshold-how-do-i-get-my-licence-back-do-i-have-to-apply-for-it"> I was disqualified for reaching the penalty points threshold, how do I get my licence back? Do I have to apply for it? </button> </h2> <div id="i-was-disqualified-for-reaching-the-penalty-points-threshold-how-do-i-get-my-licence-back-do-i-have-to-apply-for-it" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading7_9" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion7"> <div class="inner-content"> <ul> <li>If your licence is in date when your disqualification expires, a letter will be issued to you requiring you to contact us by telephone or e-mail to confirm if the address is correct for the licence to be returned. </li> <li>If you have moved address or the licence is expired, you will be required to <a href="/licensed-driver/update-my-personal-details.html#to-apply-to-update-your-address/">apply online for change of personal details</a> or <a href="/booking-service.html/">book an appointment</a> to attend your local NDLS centre in person. </li>  </ul> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading7_10"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#how-do-i-appeal-fixed-charge-notices" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="how-do-i-appeal-fixed-charge-notices"> How do I appeal fixed charge notices? </button> </h2> <div id="how-do-i-appeal-fixed-charge-notices" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading7_10" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion7"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>If you believe there are grounds for <a href="https://www.garda.ie/en/roads-policing/fixed-charge-notices/" target="_blank">appealing a fixed charge notice or prosecution</a> because of exceptional circumstances there is a formal process in place for reviewing such cases and this is undertaken by An Garda Síochána.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading7_11"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-was-convicted-in-court-of-a-penalty-point-offence-can-i-appeal-them" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-was-convicted-in-court-of-a-penalty-point-offence-can-i-appeal-them"> I was convicted in court of a penalty point offence. Can I appeal them? </button> </h2> <div id="i-was-convicted-in-court-of-a-penalty-point-offence-can-i-appeal-them" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading7_11" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion7"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>The offence can be appealed to the Court. The Road Safety Authority (RSA) can only remove penalty points on direction of the Court in an instance where the person is convicted in court. A person can appeal within 14 days of the court conviction. If the appeal is accepted outside the 14 days then the points will still be endorsed on the record and cannot be removed unless by order of the court or the appeal is won.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading7_12"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-went-to-court-for-speeding-and-got-a-fine-the-judge-didn’t-say-anything-about-penalty-points-yet-i-have-been-notified-that-5-penalty-points-have-been-endorsed-on-my-driver-record" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-went-to-court-for-speeding-and-got-a-fine-the-judge-didn’t-say-anything-about-penalty-points-yet-i-have-been-notified-that-5-penalty-points-have-been-endorsed-on-my-driver-record"> I went to court for speeding and got a fine. The judge didn’t say anything about penalty points, yet I have been notified that 5 penalty points have been endorsed on my driver record. </button> </h2> <div id="i-went-to-court-for-speeding-and-got-a-fine-the-judge-didn’t-say-anything-about-penalty-points-yet-i-have-been-notified-that-5-penalty-points-have-been-endorsed-on-my-driver-record" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading7_12" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion7"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Once a person is convicted of a penalty point offence then penalty points are endorsed as provided in the legislation. The judge does not need to say that penalty points apply. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading7_13"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-have-received-a-notification-of-a-fine-as-i-was-the-registered-owner-of-the-vehicle-however-i-was-not-driving-the-vehicle-what-should-i-do" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-have-received-a-notification-of-a-fine-as-i-was-the-registered-owner-of-the-vehicle-however-i-was-not-driving-the-vehicle-what-should-i-do"> I have received a notification of a fine as I was the registered owner of the vehicle, however I was not driving the vehicle, what should I do? </button> </h2> <div id="i-have-received-a-notification-of-a-fine-as-i-was-the-registered-owner-of-the-vehicle-however-i-was-not-driving-the-vehicle-what-should-i-do" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading7_13" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion7"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>If you were not driving, or otherwise using the vehicle on the date of the offence, the Statement of Nomination of Name and Address of Driver of Vehicle section on the Fixed Charge Notice must be completed by the registered owner, not the driver, and the full notice must be returned to the Fixed Charge Processing Office within 28 days of the date of the notice. For further information see <a href="https://www.garda.ie/en/Roads-Policing/Fixed-Charge-Notices/" target="_blank">fixed charge notices</a>.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading7_14"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-do-not-have-an-irish-driving-licence-but-have-a-licence-issued-by-an-eu-country-or-another-country-i-have-received-a-letter-regarding-penalty-points-do-i-get-points" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-do-not-have-an-irish-driving-licence-but-have-a-licence-issued-by-an-eu-country-or-another-country-i-have-received-a-letter-regarding-penalty-points-do-i-get-points"> I do not have an Irish driving licence but have a licence issued by an EU country or another country. I have received a letter regarding penalty points. Do I get points? </button> </h2> <div id="i-do-not-have-an-irish-driving-licence-but-have-a-licence-issued-by-an-eu-country-or-another-country-i-have-received-a-letter-regarding-penalty-points-do-i-get-points" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading7_14" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion7"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Yes, since 1 June 2011 the foreign licence is recorded and the points are endorsed against that record. Where a person accumulates 12 points in a 3 year period then the driver will be disqualified.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading7_15"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-have-lost-fine-notice-who-do-i-contact-and-how-do-i-pay" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-have-lost-fine-notice-who-do-i-contact-and-how-do-i-pay"> I have lost fine notice, who do I contact and how do I pay? </button> </h2> <div id="i-have-lost-fine-notice-who-do-i-contact-and-how-do-i-pay" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading7_15" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion7"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>If you have misplaced, lost or damaged your Fixed Charge Notice, you will need to contact the Fixed Charge Processing Office at 0818 50 60 80, or e-mail <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#76180619361117041217581f1359"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="c2acb2ad82a5a3b0a6a3ecaba7">[email protected]</span></a> and a re-print of the notice will be sent to you by post. Please note that the time continues even when a re-print request is submitted. </p> <p>The full Fixed Charge Notice must accompany any payment by cheque, postal order, bank draft or credit card and then post to An Garda Siochana,PO Box 55,Kilrush, Co Clare. When paying by any of these methods at a Post Office it is advisable to present your driving licence. For further information see <a href="https://www.garda.ie/en/Roads-Policing/Fixed-Charge-Notices/" target="_blank">payment of fixed charges</a>.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading7_16"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-got-my-first-learner-permit-on-or-after-1-august-2014-what-disqualification-threshold-of-penalty-points-will-apply-while-i-hold-a-learner-permit-and-when-i-get-a-driving-licence-and-until-i-have-this-driving-licence-for-two-years" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-got-my-first-learner-permit-on-or-after-1-august-2014-what-disqualification-threshold-of-penalty-points-will-apply-while-i-hold-a-learner-permit-and-when-i-get-a-driving-licence-and-until-i-have-this-driving-licence-for-two-years"> I got my first learner permit on or after 1 August 2014. What disqualification threshold of penalty points will apply while I hold a learner permit, and when I get a driving licence and until I have this driving licence for two years? </button> </h2> <div id="i-got-my-first-learner-permit-on-or-after-1-august-2014-what-disqualification-threshold-of-penalty-points-will-apply-while-i-hold-a-learner-permit-and-when-i-get-a-driving-licence-and-until-i-have-this-driving-licence-for-two-years" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading7_16" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion7"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>A disqualification will apply in both cases where the number of points equal or exceed 7.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading7_17"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#if-i-held-a-driving-licence-which-has-expired-for-more-than-10-years-and-after-1-august-2014-i-must-now-take-out-a-first-learner-permit-again-what-threshold-of-penalty-points-will-apply-to-me" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="if-i-held-a-driving-licence-which-has-expired-for-more-than-10-years-and-after-1-august-2014-i-must-now-take-out-a-first-learner-permit-again-what-threshold-of-penalty-points-will-apply-to-me"> If I held a driving licence which has expired for more than 10 years and after 1 August 2014, I must now take out a first learner permit again, what threshold of penalty points will apply to me? </button> </h2> <div id="if-i-held-a-driving-licence-which-has-expired-for-more-than-10-years-and-after-1-august-2014-i-must-now-take-out-a-first-learner-permit-again-what-threshold-of-penalty-points-will-apply-to-me" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading7_17" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion7"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>A driver who held a full driving licence at any time prior to 1 August 2014 but the entitlement has lapsed (expired for 10 years or more) while driving on a learner permit will be disqualified on accumulating 12 penalty points or 7 new penalty points endorsed on the driving record on or after 1 August 2014. They will not be considered a novice when they go through the process to get their entitlement back. i.e. they are not subject to any of the Novice rules including displaying N plates and lower penalty point threshold when they take out their driving licence.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>    <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="heading8"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#essential-driver-training-edt" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="essential-driver-training-edt"> Essential Driver Training (EDT) </button> </h2> <div id="essential-driver-training-edt" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="heading8" data-bs-parent="#accordionParent"> <div class="accordion-body">  <div class="accordion" id="sub-accordion8">  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading8_1"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-is-edt-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-is-edt-2"> What is EDT? </button> </h2> <div id="what-is-edt-2" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading8_1" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion8"> <div class="inner-content"><a href="https://www.rsa.ie/services/learner-drivers/driving-lessons/car-driving-lessons-(edt)/" target="_blank">Essential Driver Training (EDT)</a> (EDT) was introduced for all new learner permit holders on 04 April 2011. It is a mandatory training course of 12 one hour sessions that teach fundamental driving skills to learner car drivers and this must be completed before taking the driving test.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading8_2"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#is-there-a-shorter-edt-programme-for-foreign-exchange-drivers-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="is-there-a-shorter-edt-programme-for-foreign-exchange-drivers-2"> Is there a shorter EDT programme for foreign exchange drivers? </button> </h2> <div id="is-there-a-shorter-edt-programme-for-foreign-exchange-drivers-2" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading8_2" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion8"> <div class="inner-content">Yes, a reduced EDT programme is available for drivers who currently hold a category B driving licence (car) from a country (jurisdiction) that does not have a licence exchange agreement with Ireland. For further information see <a href="https://www.rsa.ie/docs/default-source/services/s1.8-learner-driver-resources/information-about-reduced-edt-for-foreign-licence-holders-nov-2022.pdf?sfvrsn=898237e6_3">EDT shortened programme</a> and related <a href="/images/Documents/Forms/2416_RSA_EDT_App_Form_Web.pdf">application form for reduced EDT</a>.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>    <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="heading9"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#initial-basic-training-ibt" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="initial-basic-training-ibt"> Initial Basic Training (IBT) </button> </h2> <div id="initial-basic-training-ibt" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="heading9" data-bs-parent="#accordionParent"> <div class="accordion-body">  <div class="accordion" id="sub-accordion9">  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading9_1"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-is-ibt-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-is-ibt-2"> What is IBT? </button> </h2> <div id="what-is-ibt-2" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading9_1" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion9"> <div class="inner-content"><a href="https://rsa.ie/en/RSA/Learner-Drivers/Motorcyclists/Initial-basic-training-IBT-for-motorcyclists/" target="_blank">Initial Basic Training</a> (IBT) was introduced for all new learner permit holders from 06 December 2010. It is a mandatory training course of 16-18 hours in 3-4 modules with a mixture of theory and practical skills depending on size of motorcycle.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>    <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="heading10"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#novice-drivers" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="novice-drivers"> Novice Drivers </button> </h2> <div id="novice-drivers" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="heading10" data-bs-parent="#accordionParent"> <div class="accordion-body">  <div class="accordion" id="sub-accordion10">  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_1"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-is-meant-by-a-novice-driver" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-is-meant-by-a-novice-driver"> What is meant by a novice driver? </button> </h2> <div id="what-is-meant-by-a-novice-driver" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_1" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>A novice driver is a person who was granted a first full driving licence on or after 1 August 2014 who must display N-plates on the vehicle for a period of 2 years, and during that period display N-plates on any other vehicle in respect of which they get a driving licence.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_2"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-are-n-plates" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-are-n-plates"> What are N-plates? </button> </h2> <div id="what-are-n-plates" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_2" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>N-plates indicate that the driver is a novice i.e. have not held a driving licence in any category for a minimum period of two years.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_3"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-do-n-plates-indicate" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-do-n-plates-indicate"> What do N-plates indicate? </button> </h2> <div id="what-do-n-plates-indicate" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_3" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>N-plates indicate that the driver is a novice i.e. who has not had a driving licence for a total period of two years. (It does not matter how long they may have held a learner permit).</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_4"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#does-a-novice-driver-need-to-be-accompanied-while-displaying-n-plates" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="does-a-novice-driver-need-to-be-accompanied-while-displaying-n-plates"> Does a novice driver need to be accompanied while displaying N-plates? </button> </h2> <div id="does-a-novice-driver-need-to-be-accompanied-while-displaying-n-plates" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_4" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>No. There is no requirement for novice drivers to be accompanied – this only applies to learner drivers. However, a novice driver may not act as an accompanying driver for someone who holds a learner permit.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_5"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#when-were-n-plates-introduced-for-novice-drivers" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="when-were-n-plates-introduced-for-novice-drivers"> When were N-plates introduced for novice drivers? </button> </h2> <div id="when-were-n-plates-introduced-for-novice-drivers" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_5" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>On 1 August 2014 a person granted a first full driving licence must display N-plates on the vehicle for a period of 2 years, and during that period display N-plates on any other vehicle in respect of which they get a driving licence. Where the vehicle is a motorcycle, the rider must wear an N–tabard on the front and back.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_6"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#are-n-plates-required-on-a-vehicle-if-i-pass-the-driving-test-in-another-category" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="are-n-plates-required-on-a-vehicle-if-i-pass-the-driving-test-in-another-category"> Are N-plates required on a vehicle if I pass the driving test in another category? </button> </h2> <div id="are-n-plates-required-on-a-vehicle-if-i-pass-the-driving-test-in-another-category" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_6" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>The novice period applies only once i.e. if you hold a driving licence for a category of vehicle and after a period of two years become entitled to drive another category, you do not become a novice in respect of the new category and you will not be required to display N-plates.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_7"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-drive-on-the-motorway-being-a-novice-driver" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-drive-on-the-motorway-being-a-novice-driver"> Can I drive on the motorway being a novice driver? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-drive-on-the-motorway-being-a-novice-driver" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_7" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Yes</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_8"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#are-n-plates-required-to-be-displayed-on-a-motorcycle" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="are-n-plates-required-to-be-displayed-on-a-motorcycle"> Are N-plates required to be displayed on a motorcycle? </button> </h2> <div id="are-n-plates-required-to-be-displayed-on-a-motorcycle" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_8" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Where the vehicle is a motorcycle, the rider must wear an N–tabard on front and back.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_9"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#are-n-tabards-required-to-be-worn-on-a-motorbike" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="are-n-tabards-required-to-be-worn-on-a-motorbike"> Are N-tabards required to be worn on a motorbike? </button> </h2> <div id="are-n-tabards-required-to-be-worn-on-a-motorbike" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_9" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Yes. All motorcycle categories AM, A1, A2 or A whichever is your first driving licence carry the requirement to wear a N-tabard on front and back.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_11"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#are-n-plates-required-on-tractors" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="are-n-plates-required-on-tractors"> Are N-plates required on tractors? </button> </h2> <div id="are-n-plates-required-on-tractors" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_11" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Yes, if the driving licence is granted on or after 1 August 2014, you must display N-plates on the vehicle during the first two years of holding that driving licence entitlement.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_12"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#are-there-penalty-points-for-non-display-n-plates-on-cars-or-not-wearing-an-n-tabard-on-motorcycle" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="are-there-penalty-points-for-non-display-n-plates-on-cars-or-not-wearing-an-n-tabard-on-motorcycle"> Are there penalty points for non-display N plates on cars or not wearing an N tabard on motorcycle? </button> </h2> <div id="are-there-penalty-points-for-non-display-n-plates-on-cars-or-not-wearing-an-n-tabard-on-motorcycle" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_12" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Yes. From 8 December 2014 penalty points apply to a novice driver for non-display of N plates on cars, or not wearing an N-tabard front and back when riding motorcycles.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_13"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#where-should-the-n-plate-be-located-on-a-tractor-if-i-am-towing-a-trailer-or-other-agricultural-implement" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="where-should-the-n-plate-be-located-on-a-tractor-if-i-am-towing-a-trailer-or-other-agricultural-implement"> Where should the N-plate be located on a tractor if I am towing a trailer or other agricultural implement? </button> </h2> <div id="where-should-the-n-plate-be-located-on-a-tractor-if-i-am-towing-a-trailer-or-other-agricultural-implement" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_13" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>It should be placed on the rear of the tractor, or if not clearly visible there, in a vertical position on the rear of the implement or trailer.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_14"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#if-my-driving-licence-was-issued-by-another-eu-or-exchange-state-prior-to-1-august-2014-and-exchange-it-for-an-irish-licence-will-i-have-to-display-n-plates" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="if-my-driving-licence-was-issued-by-another-eu-or-exchange-state-prior-to-1-august-2014-and-exchange-it-for-an-irish-licence-will-i-have-to-display-n-plates"> If my driving licence was issued by another EU or exchange state prior to 1 August 2014, and exchange it for an Irish licence, will I have to display N-plates? </button> </h2> <div id="if-my-driving-licence-was-issued-by-another-eu-or-exchange-state-prior-to-1-august-2014-and-exchange-it-for-an-irish-licence-will-i-have-to-display-n-plates" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_14" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>No, you are not required to display N-plates when issued with an Irish driving licence.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_15"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#if-my-driving-licence-was-issued-by-an-eu-or-exchange-state-after-1-august-2014-and-exchange-it-for-an-irish-driving-licence-will-i-have-to-display-n-plates" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="if-my-driving-licence-was-issued-by-an-eu-or-exchange-state-after-1-august-2014-and-exchange-it-for-an-irish-driving-licence-will-i-have-to-display-n-plates"> If my driving licence was issued by an EU or exchange state after 1 August 2014, and exchange it for an Irish driving licence, will I have to display N-plates? </button> </h2> <div id="if-my-driving-licence-was-issued-by-an-eu-or-exchange-state-after-1-august-2014-and-exchange-it-for-an-irish-driving-licence-will-i-have-to-display-n-plates" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_15" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Yes, if the EU or exchange licence is less than two years old you will be required to display N-plates until the two-year period expires. For further information see <a href="https://rsa.ie/en/RSA/Licensed-Drivers/Driving-licence/Novice-Plates-Introduction/" target="_blank">N-Plates and novice drivers</a></p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_16"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#if-i-get-a-first-learner-permit-for-a-car-and-take-out-a-driving-licence-after-1-august-2014-and-later-get-a-learner-permit-for-a-rigid-truck-or-minibus-licence-what-plates-am-i-required-to-display" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="if-i-get-a-first-learner-permit-for-a-car-and-take-out-a-driving-licence-after-1-august-2014-and-later-get-a-learner-permit-for-a-rigid-truck-or-minibus-licence-what-plates-am-i-required-to-display"> If I get a first learner permit for a car and take out a driving licence after 1 August 2014, and later get a learner permit for a rigid truck or minibus licence, what plates am I required to display? </button> </h2> <div id="if-i-get-a-first-learner-permit-for-a-car-and-take-out-a-driving-licence-after-1-august-2014-and-later-get-a-learner-permit-for-a-rigid-truck-or-minibus-licence-what-plates-am-i-required-to-display" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_16" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You are required to display:</p> <ul> <li>N plates on the car for a period of two years, and</li> <li>L plates on the rigid truck or minibus for the entire period you hold the learner permit</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_17"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#to-which-drivers-does-the-lower-disqualification-threshold-of-penalty-points-apply" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="to-which-drivers-does-the-lower-disqualification-threshold-of-penalty-points-apply"> To which drivers does the lower disqualification threshold of penalty points apply? </button> </h2> <div id="to-which-drivers-does-the-lower-disqualification-threshold-of-penalty-points-apply" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_17" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>To any driver who is granted their first learner permit on or after 1 August 2014 while they drive under a learner permit, and subsequently during the first two years while they drive under their first full driving licence.</p> <p>A driver who held a learner permit or full driving licence at any time prior to 1 August 2014 while driving on a learner permit, and subsequently during the first two years while whey drive under their first full driving licence will be disqualified on accumulating 12 penalty points or 7 new penalty points endorsed on the driving record on or after 1 August 2014. There is one exception to this and this is where the driver held a full driver licence in Ireland prior to 1 August 2014 but has let the entitlement lapse (expired for 10 years or more) they are not considered a novice when they go through the process to get their entitlement back. i.e. they are not subject of any of the Novice rules including displaying N plates and lower penalty point threshold.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_18"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-hold-a-driving-licence-for-less-than-2-years-does-the-lower-threshold-of-penalty-points-apply-to-me" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-hold-a-driving-licence-for-less-than-2-years-does-the-lower-threshold-of-penalty-points-apply-to-me"> I hold a driving licence for less than 2 years. Does the lower threshold of penalty points apply to me? </button> </h2> <div id="i-hold-a-driving-licence-for-less-than-2-years-does-the-lower-threshold-of-penalty-points-apply-to-me" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_18" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Where your first full driving licence is granted on or after 1 August 2014, and you held a learner permit before 1 August 2014, you will be disqualified on accumulating 12 penalty points or where 7 new penalty points are endorsed on the driving record on or after 1 August 2014, whichever happens first. There is one exception to this and this is where the driver held a full driver licence in Ireland prior to 1 August 2014 but has let the entitlement lapse (expired for 10 years or more) they are not considered a novice when they go through the process to get their entitlement back. i.e. they are not subject to any of the Novice rules including displaying N plates and lower penalty point threshold. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_19"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-got-my-first-learner-permit-on-or-after-1-august-2014-what-disqualification-threshold-of-penalty-points-will-apply-when-i-pass-the-driving-test-and-get-my-driving-licence" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-got-my-first-learner-permit-on-or-after-1-august-2014-what-disqualification-threshold-of-penalty-points-will-apply-when-i-pass-the-driving-test-and-get-my-driving-licence"> I got my first learner permit on or after 1 August 2014. What disqualification threshold of penalty points will apply when I pass the driving test and get my driving licence? </button> </h2> <div id="i-got-my-first-learner-permit-on-or-after-1-august-2014-what-disqualification-threshold-of-penalty-points-will-apply-when-i-pass-the-driving-test-and-get-my-driving-licence" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_19" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>During the first two years of your driving licence, where the number of points equal or exceed 7 a disqualification will apply. After two years of holding that driving licence, the disqualification threshold is 12 or more penalty points. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_20"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#if-i-have-a-learner-permit-before-1-august-2014-will-the-lower-disqualification-threshold-of-penalty-points-apply-to-me-with-effect-from-that-date" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="if-i-have-a-learner-permit-before-1-august-2014-will-the-lower-disqualification-threshold-of-penalty-points-apply-to-me-with-effect-from-that-date"> If I have a learner permit before 1 August 2014 will the lower disqualification threshold of penalty points apply to me with effect from that date? </button> </h2> <div id="if-i-have-a-learner-permit-before-1-august-2014-will-the-lower-disqualification-threshold-of-penalty-points-apply-to-me-with-effect-from-that-date" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_20" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You will be disqualified on accumulating 12 penalty points or where 7 new penalty points are endorsed on the driving record on or after 1 August 2014, whichever happens first.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading10_23"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-are-n-plates3" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-are-n-plates3"> I hold my driving licence for less than 2 years. Does the lower threshold of penalty points apply to me? </button> </h2> <div id="what-are-n-plates3" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading10_23" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion10"> <div class="inner-content"> <ul> <li>If your first full driving licence is granted on or after 1 August 2014, and you held a learner permit before 1 August 2014, the threshold of 12 or more penalty points applies.</li> <li>If you got your first learner permit on or after 1 August 2014 the threshold of 7 or more penalty points applies while you hold a learner permit and until you hold your first driving licence for two years.</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>    <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="heading11"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#motorcycles" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="motorcycles"> Motorcycles </button> </h2> <div id="motorcycles" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="heading11" data-bs-parent="#accordionParent"> <div class="accordion-body">  <div class="accordion" id="sub-accordion11">  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading11_1"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-type-of-licence-do-i-need-to-drive-a-motorcycle" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-type-of-licence-do-i-need-to-drive-a-motorcycle"> What type of licence do I need to drive a motorcycle? </button> </h2> <div id="what-type-of-licence-do-i-need-to-drive-a-motorcycle" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading11_1" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion11"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You must hold a current driving licence or learner permit to drive a motorcycle or moped. There are four categories for motorcycles AM, A1, A2 and A. For further information see <a href="/about/licence-categories-and-codes.html/">licensing categories</a>. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading11_2"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-carry-a-passenger-on-my-motorcycle" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-carry-a-passenger-on-my-motorcycle"> Can I carry a passenger on my motorcycle? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-carry-a-passenger-on-my-motorcycle" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading11_2" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion11"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>It is an offence to carry a passenger if you hold a learner permit. If you have a full licence, make sure your licence and insurance policy allow you to do so. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading11_3"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#do-i-need-to-wear-a-helmet-when-driving-a-motorcycle" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="do-i-need-to-wear-a-helmet-when-driving-a-motorcycle"> Do I need to wear a helmet when driving a motorcycle? </button> </h2> <div id="do-i-need-to-wear-a-helmet-when-driving-a-motorcycle" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading11_3" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion11"> <div class="inner-content">Both rider and pillion passenger must wear helmets while on a public road. It is an offence “to permit a passenger not wearing a crash helmet to be carried on a motorbike”. For further information see <a href="https://www.rsa.ie/en/RSA/Licensed-Drivers/Penalty-points/Types-of-offences/" target="_blank">penalty points</a> page on RSA website.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading11_4"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-training-is-required-for-driving-motorcycles" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-training-is-required-for-driving-motorcycles"> What training is required for driving motorcycles? </button> </h2> <div id="what-training-is-required-for-driving-motorcycles" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading11_4" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion11"> <div class="inner-content"> <p><a href="https://rsa.ie/en/RSA/Learner-Drivers/Motorcyclists/Initial-basic-training-IBT-for-motorcyclists/" target="_blank">Initial Basic Training</a> (IBT) was introduced for all new learner permit holders from 06 December 2010. It is a mandatory training course of 16-18 hours in 3-4 modules with a mixture of theory and practical skills depending on size of motorcycle. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading11_5"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#do-i-need-a-driving-licence-to-operate-a-motorised-scooter" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="do-i-need-a-driving-licence-to-operate-a-motorised-scooter"> Do I need a driving licence to operate a motorised scooter? </button> </h2> <div id="do-i-need-a-driving-licence-to-operate-a-motorised-scooter" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading11_5" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion11"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Powered vehicles such as a golf buggy, a quad bike, a ride-on lawn mower etc, etc are designed and intended for off-road private use only. These are mechanically propelled vehicles and <strong>if used on a public road (public road includes footpath)</strong> are subject to all of the regulatory controls that apply to other vehicles. These vehicles would have to be registered, taxed, be subject to vehicle lighting requirements and subject to vehicle construction, equipment and use regulations as regards brakes etc. The driver of the vehicle would have to hold a driving licence and be insured to drive that vehicle. Essentially these vehicles would be subject to all of the road traffic law provisions that apply to mechanically propelled vehicles generally.</p> <p>An exception is made in the case of powered wheelchairs that are used by persons <strong>who have a mobility disability</strong>. Powered wheelchairs (including mobility scooters) are regarded for all intents and purposes as having pedestrian status and as being 'the legs' of the wheelchair user and are not regarded as an optional mode of vehicle transport that requires driver licence, registration, motor tax, etc. No distinction is made between self-propelled wheelchairs and powered wheelchairs. Powered wheelchairs can be used on footpaths (it is a penalty point offence for any other mechanically propelled vehicle to drive along a footpath), can enter pedestrianised streets and cycle tracks, can enter buildings etc in the same manner as pedestrians. Wheelchair or mobility scooter users are in special circumstances as regards essential personal mobility needs arising from a disability and, as already stated, the wheelchair is therefore regarded as an extension of the person rather than as a mode of transport vehicle. </p> <p>No prohibitions on access apply to non-motorway public roads to the users of powered wheelchairs or mobility scooters, similar to those applying to walkers, joggers, cyclists, persons riding horses or droving animals etc, however under Section 97 of the Roads Act of 1992, it is the duty of care of a person using a public road to take reasonable care of his/her own safety and for that of any other person using the public road. Specifically road users must take all reasonable measures to avoid injury to themselves other to any other person using the public road or damage to property owned or used by them or any other person using the public road.</p> <p>Therefore wheelchair users (again this includes those using powered wheelchairs or mobility scooters) should face oncoming traffic in the same manner as if there were being pushed by an adult, they should also use a footpath or hard shoulder where possible at all times and cross the road at pedestrian crossings, traffic lights or at a location that gives them the best view of any approaching traffic.</p> <p>Hi Visibility vests or other forms to improve conspicuity, should also be worn at all times by the user or person pushing a wheelchair etc.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>    <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="heading12"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#campervans-and-motorhomes" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="campervans-and-motorhomes"> Campervans, and Motorhomes </button> </h2> <div id="campervans-and-motorhomes" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="heading12" data-bs-parent="#accordionParent"> <div class="accordion-body">  <div class="accordion" id="sub-accordion12">  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading12_1"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-category-of-driving-licence-do-i-need-to-drive-a-campervan-or-motorhome" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-category-of-driving-licence-do-i-need-to-drive-a-campervan-or-motorhome"> What category of driving licence do I need to drive a campervan or motorhome? </button> </h2> <div id="what-category-of-driving-licence-do-i-need-to-drive-a-campervan-or-motorhome" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading12_1" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion12"> <div class="inner-content"> This will depend on the maximum authorised mass (MAM) or the design gross vehicle weight (DGVW) and passenger accommodation of the vehicle. <table class="table table-bordered"> <tbody> </tbody><thead> <tr> <th width="20%">Vehicle Category</th> <th>Vehicle Description</th> </tr> </thead> <tbody><tr> <td>B</td> <td>MAM not exceeding 3,500 kg with passenger accommodation for a maximum of 8 passengers in addition to driver</td> </tr> <tr> <td>C1</td> <td>MAM exceeding 3,500 kg and less than or equal to 7,500kg with passenger accommodation for a maximum of 8 passengers in addition to driver. </td> </tr> <tr> <td>C</td> <td>MAM exceeding 3,500 kg with passenger accommodation for a maximum of 8 passengers in addition to driver</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p>For further details see <a href="/about/licence-categories-and-codes.html">Categories and Codes</a></p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading12_2"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-do-my-driving-test-in-a-campervan-or-motorhome" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-do-my-driving-test-in-a-campervan-or-motorhome"> Can I do my driving test in a campervan or motorhome? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-do-my-driving-test-in-a-campervan-or-motorhome" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading12_2" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion12"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>No, you must sit the driving test in a representative vehicle for the category of vehicle being tested in. See table below.</p> <table class="table table-bordered"> <tbody> </tbody><thead> <tr> <th>Category</th> <th>Vehicle required for test</th> </tr> </thead> <tbody><tr> <td>B</td> <td>four wheeled vehicles (e.g. cars/light vans), having a maximum authorised mass not exceeding 3,500 kg., with passenger accommodation for not more than 8 persons and capable of a speed of at least 100km/h.</td> </tr> <tr> <td>C1</td> <td><p>vehicles (larger vans/light trucks) with passenger accommodation for not more than 8 persons, a maximum authorised mass of at least 4,000kg., but not more than 7,500 kg., a length of at least 5 metres and capable of a speed of at least 80km/h. </p> <p>The vehicle must be fitted with anti-lock brakes and with recording equipment (tachograph). The cargo compartment must consist of a permanently mounted cube shaped closed box body, which is at least as wide and as high as the cab.</p></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>    <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="heading13"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#covid-19-safety-measures-for-ndls-centres" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="covid-19-safety-measures-for-ndls-centres"> Covid-19 Safety Measures for NDLS centres </button> </h2> <div id="covid-19-safety-measures-for-ndls-centres" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="heading13" data-bs-parent="#accordionParent"> <div class="accordion-body">  <div class="accordion" id="sub-accordion13">  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading13_1"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#are-all-ndls-offices-open" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="are-all-ndls-offices-open"> Are all NDLS offices open? </button> </h2> <div id="are-all-ndls-offices-open" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading13_1" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion13"> <div class="inner-content">NDLS centres are open countrywide. You must book an appointment to attend one of the NDLS offices <a href="/booking-service.html/">here</a>.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading13_2"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-walk-in-to-an-ndls-centre-to-make-an-application-for-a-driving-licence-or-learner-permit-or-do-i-need-to-make-an-appointment-to-attend-an-ndls-centre-to-make-an-application" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-walk-in-to-an-ndls-centre-to-make-an-application-for-a-driving-licence-or-learner-permit-or-do-i-need-to-make-an-appointment-to-attend-an-ndls-centre-to-make-an-application"> Can I walk in to an NDLS centre to make an application for a driving licence or learner permit or do I need to make an appointment to attend an NDLS centre to make an application? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-walk-in-to-an-ndls-centre-to-make-an-application-for-a-driving-licence-or-learner-permit-or-do-i-need-to-make-an-appointment-to-attend-an-ndls-centre-to-make-an-application" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading13_2" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion13"> <div class="inner-content">Customers are reminded that there are no walk-in appointments. You must book an appointment <a href="/booking-service.html/">here</a>.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading13_3"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#when-i-attend-an-ndls-centre-to-make-an-application-can-i-pay-my-application-fee-in-cash-or-do-i-have-to-use-a-credit-or-debit-card" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="when-i-attend-an-ndls-centre-to-make-an-application-can-i-pay-my-application-fee-in-cash-or-do-i-have-to-use-a-credit-or-debit-card"> When I attend an NDLS centre to make an application can I pay my application fee in cash or do I have to use a credit or debit card? </button> </h2> <div id="when-i-attend-an-ndls-centre-to-make-an-application-can-i-pay-my-application-fee-in-cash-or-do-i-have-to-use-a-credit-or-debit-card" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading13_3" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion13"> <div class="inner-content">Payment at NDLS centres can only be made by Credit/Debit card or Google Pay/Apple Pay or Payzone. Unfortunately, cash/cheques/postal orders will <u>not</u> be accepted.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading13_4"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-measures-have-been-implemented-in-the-ndls-centres-to-mitigate-against-the-spread-of-covid-19" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-measures-have-been-implemented-in-the-ndls-centres-to-mitigate-against-the-spread-of-covid-19"> What measures have been implemented in the NDLS centres to mitigate against the spread of Covid-19? </button> </h2> <div id="what-measures-have-been-implemented-in-the-ndls-centres-to-mitigate-against-the-spread-of-covid-19" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading13_4" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion13"> <div class="inner-content">NDLS centres have been assessed and measures have been put in place to align with the Government's Return to Work Safely Protocols. Appropriate signage, sanitation and handwashing, and social distancing measures such as reduced seating in waiting areas and customer touchpoint cleansing have been introduced. Customers will be accompanied into and out of centres and required to adhere to necessary health and safety guidelines. </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading13_5"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-am-not-feeling-well-and-may-have-symptoms-of-covid-19-i-have-an-appointment-booked-to-attend-an-ndls-centre-can-i-attend" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-am-not-feeling-well-and-may-have-symptoms-of-covid-19-i-have-an-appointment-booked-to-attend-an-ndls-centre-can-i-attend"> I am not feeling well and may have symptoms of Covid-19. I have an appointment booked to attend an NDLS centre. Can I attend? </button> </h2> <div id="i-am-not-feeling-well-and-may-have-symptoms-of-covid-19-i-have-an-appointment-booked-to-attend-an-ndls-centre-can-i-attend" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading13_5" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion13"> <div class="inner-content">If you are experiencing Covid-19 symptoms on the day of your NDLS appointment or at any point in the previous 14 days, you must not attend for your appointment. Please cancel your NDLS appointment <a href="https://booking.ndls.ie/ViewCancel.php/" target="_blank">here</a>.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading13_6"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#my-driving-licence-or-learner-permit-is-due-for-renewal-when-can-i-renew" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="my-driving-licence-or-learner-permit-is-due-for-renewal-when-can-i-renew"> My driving licence or learner permit is due for renewal, when can I renew? </button> </h2> <div id="my-driving-licence-or-learner-permit-is-due-for-renewal-when-can-i-renew" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading13_6" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion13"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You can only <a href="/learner-driver/renew-my-learner-permit.html/">apply for renewal of learner permit</a> within 3 months of its expiry date.</p> <p>You can only <a href="/licensed-driver/renew-my-driving-licence.html/">apply for renewal of driving licence</a> within 3 months of its expiry date.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading13_7"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-apply-for-or-renew-my-driving-licence-learner-permit-without-attending-an-ndls-centre" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-apply-for-or-renew-my-driving-licence-learner-permit-without-attending-an-ndls-centre"> Can I apply for or renew my driving licence/learner permit without attending an NDLS centre? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-apply-for-or-renew-my-driving-licence-learner-permit-without-attending-an-ndls-centre" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading13_7" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion13"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Yes, you can <a href="https://ndls.rsa.ie/">apply online</a> for any application type.</p> <p>All you need is your <a href="https://psc.gov.ie/" target="_blank">Public Services Card</a> and your <a href="https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/HowDoISignUp/" target="_blank">verified MyGovID to apply online.</a></p> <p>If you already have a verified MyGovID account you can <a href="https://ndls.rsa.ie/" target="_blank">Apply Now</a></p> <p>If you don’t have a verified MyGovID account: It is simple to set up. You just need to visit <a href="https://www.mygovid.ie/" target="_blank">www.mygovid.ie</a> to set up your verified MyGovID account</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading13_8"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-don’t-have-a-public-services-card-can-i-get-a-verified-mygovid-2" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-don’t-have-a-public-services-card-can-i-get-a-verified-mygovid-2"> I don’t have a Public Services Card, can I get a verified MyGovID? </button> </h2> <div id="i-don’t-have-a-public-services-card-can-i-get-a-verified-mygovid-2" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading13_8" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion13"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You will need a Public Services Card to get a verified MyGovID account. You can book a Public Service Card (PSC) appointment by calling your local Intreo office. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading13_9"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#the-information-i-am-looking-for-is-not-provided-here-where-can-i-get-further-information" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="the-information-i-am-looking-for-is-not-provided-here-where-can-i-get-further-information"> The information I am looking for is not provided here, where can I get further information? </button> </h2> <div id="the-information-i-am-looking-for-is-not-provided-here-where-can-i-get-further-information" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading13_9" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion13"> <div class="inner-content">You should be able to get all the relevant information on <a href="/">www.ndls.ie</a> or you can also email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#6a03040c052a040e061944030f45"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="6d04030b022d0309011e430408">[email protected]</span></a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>    <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="heading14"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#brexit-and-driving-licences" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="brexit-and-driving-licences"> Brexit and Driving Licences </button> </h2> <div id="brexit-and-driving-licences" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="heading14" data-bs-parent="#accordionParent"> <div class="accordion-body">  <div class="accordion" id="sub-accordion14">  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading14_1"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-live-in-ireland-and-hold-a-uk-ni-driving-licence-can-i-continue-to-drive-on-this-licence-in-ireland-after-brexit" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-live-in-ireland-and-hold-a-uk-ni-driving-licence-can-i-continue-to-drive-on-this-licence-in-ireland-after-brexit"> I live in Ireland and hold a UK/NI driving licence. Can I continue to drive on this licence in Ireland after Brexit? </button> </h2> <div id="i-live-in-ireland-and-hold-a-uk-ni-driving-licence-can-i-continue-to-drive-on-this-licence-in-ireland-after-brexit" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading14_1" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion14"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>No. From the 1 January 2021 if you are resident in Ireland and hold a UK/NI driving licence it is no longer valid to drive on here in Ireland. It is not legal for driving purposes and must therefore be exchanged.</p> <p>UK/N.I licence holders resident in Ireland can exchange their licence for an Irish licence provided the licence being exchanged is valid for exchange and is not expired for more than 1 year. </p> </div> </div> </div>    <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading14_3"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#will-i-be-able-to-exchange-my-uk-ni-licence-after-31-december-2020-when-the-uk-ni-have-left-the-eu" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="will-i-be-able-to-exchange-my-uk-ni-licence-after-31-december-2020-when-the-uk-ni-have-left-the-eu"> Will I be able to exchange my UK/NI licence after 31 December 2020 when the UK/NI have left the EU? </button> </h2> <div id="will-i-be-able-to-exchange-my-uk-ni-licence-after-31-december-2020-when-the-uk-ni-have-left-the-eu" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading14_3" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion14"> <div class="inner-content">The Government have signed a new exchange agreement that will allow for the exchange of a UK/NI driving licence for an Irish driving licence provided the licence being exchanged is valid for exchange and is not expired for more than 1 year.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading14_4"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#am-i-licensed-to-drive-while-my-licence-has-been-sent-for-exchange" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="am-i-licensed-to-drive-while-my-licence-has-been-sent-for-exchange"> Am I licensed to drive while my licence has been sent for exchange? </button> </h2> <div id="am-i-licensed-to-drive-while-my-licence-has-been-sent-for-exchange" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading14_4" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion14"> <div class="inner-content">Yes. It is important to note that while you are exchanging your licence, providing it is current and valid, you will continue to be licensed for the period of the exchange process. Where you are exchanging your UK/NI licence, the NDLS will provide you with a receipt which you should carry with you to confirm you are in the process of exchanging a licence. It is a legal requirement to carry your driving licence at all times when driving here. Enforcement is a matter for An Garda Síochána.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading14_5"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-live-in-the-uk-ni-and-hold-a-uk-ni-driving-licence-and-would-like-to-be-able-to-drive-a-vehicle-in-ireland-from-time-to-time-on-holidays-after-brexit" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-live-in-the-uk-ni-and-hold-a-uk-ni-driving-licence-and-would-like-to-be-able-to-drive-a-vehicle-in-ireland-from-time-to-time-on-holidays-after-brexit"> I live in the UK/NI and hold a UK/NI driving licence and would like to be able to drive a vehicle in Ireland from time to time on holidays after Brexit? </button> </h2> <div id="i-live-in-the-uk-ni-and-hold-a-uk-ni-driving-licence-and-would-like-to-be-able-to-drive-a-vehicle-in-ireland-from-time-to-time-on-holidays-after-brexit" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading14_5" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion14"> <div class="inner-content">As a visitor to Ireland holding a UK/NI licence, you will be entitled to drive in Ireland for the period of your visit with your existing driving licence providing it is current and valid and that you carry it with you at all times. You will not be required to carry an International Driving Permit.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading14_6"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-am-a-uk-ni-citizen-living-in-ireland-and-hold-an-irish-driving-licence-will-i-be-able-drive-in-the-uk-ni-from-time-to-time-after-uk-leaves-eu" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-am-a-uk-ni-citizen-living-in-ireland-and-hold-an-irish-driving-licence-will-i-be-able-drive-in-the-uk-ni-from-time-to-time-after-uk-leaves-eu"> I am a UK/NI citizen living in Ireland and hold an Irish driving licence, will I be able drive in the UK/NI from time to time after UK leaves EU? </button> </h2> <div id="i-am-a-uk-ni-citizen-living-in-ireland-and-hold-an-irish-driving-licence-will-i-be-able-drive-in-the-uk-ni-from-time-to-time-after-uk-leaves-eu" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading14_6" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion14"> <div class="inner-content">Yes. An Irish driving licence is an EU licence and the UK/NI has indicated it will continue to recognise EU driving licences.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading14_7"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-live-in-ireland-and-drive-trucks-across-europe-including-the-uk-ni-as-part-of-my-job-i-am-the-holder-of-an-irish-driving-licence-with-truck-categories-will-i-be-able-to-drive-on-the-irish-driving-licence-in-uk-ni-after-brexit" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-live-in-ireland-and-drive-trucks-across-europe-including-the-uk-ni-as-part-of-my-job-i-am-the-holder-of-an-irish-driving-licence-with-truck-categories-will-i-be-able-to-drive-on-the-irish-driving-licence-in-uk-ni-after-brexit"> I live in Ireland and drive trucks across Europe including the UK/NI as part of my job, I am the holder of an Irish driving licence with truck categories. Will I be able to drive on the Irish driving licence in UK/NI after Brexit? </button> </h2> <div id="i-live-in-ireland-and-drive-trucks-across-europe-including-the-uk-ni-as-part-of-my-job-i-am-the-holder-of-an-irish-driving-licence-with-truck-categories-will-i-be-able-to-drive-on-the-irish-driving-licence-in-uk-ni-after-brexit" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading14_7" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion14"> <div class="inner-content">Yes. An Irish driving licence is an EU driving licence and the UK/NI has indicated it will continue to recognise EU driving licences.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading14_8"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#as-a-uk-ni-licence-holder-where-can-i-find-information-to-prepare-for-driving-in-the-eu-after-brexit" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="as-a-uk-ni-licence-holder-where-can-i-find-information-to-prepare-for-driving-in-the-eu-after-brexit"> As a UK/NI licence holder where can I find information to prepare for driving in the EU after Brexit? </button> </h2> <div id="as-a-uk-ni-licence-holder-where-can-i-find-information-to-prepare-for-driving-in-the-eu-after-brexit" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading14_8" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion14"> <div class="inner-content">For further information on driving on a UK/NI licence in the EU after Brexit click onto the Department for Transport UK website <a href="https://www.gov.uk/guidance/driving-in-the-eu-after-brexit/" target="_blank">here</a>.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading14_9"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#i-live-in-northern-ireland-and-hold-a-uk-ni-licence-but-travel-to-work-daily-to-the-republic-of-ireland-and-drive-a-vehicle-as-part-of-my-work-in-the-republic-of-ireland-can-i-continue-to-drive-on-my-uk-ni-licence-after-the-uk-has-left-the-eu" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="i-live-in-northern-ireland-and-hold-a-uk-ni-licence-but-travel-to-work-daily-to-the-republic-of-ireland-and-drive-a-vehicle-as-part-of-my-work-in-the-republic-of-ireland-can-i-continue-to-drive-on-my-uk-ni-licence-after-the-uk-has-left-the-eu"> I live in Northern Ireland and hold a UK/NI licence but travel to work daily to the Republic of Ireland and drive a vehicle as part of my work in the Republic of Ireland. Can I continue to drive on my UK/NI licence after the UK has left the EU? </button> </h2> <div id="i-live-in-northern-ireland-and-hold-a-uk-ni-licence-but-travel-to-work-daily-to-the-republic-of-ireland-and-drive-a-vehicle-as-part-of-my-work-in-the-republic-of-ireland-can-i-continue-to-drive-on-my-uk-ni-licence-after-the-uk-has-left-the-eu" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading14_9" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion14"> <div class="inner-content">Yes, as a resident of Northern Ireland, you can continue to make this journey to work and drive for your work duties in the Republic of Ireland on your UK/NI licence. International law covering driving licences provide for such journeys.</div> </div> </div>    <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading14_11"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-categories-will-i-get-on-my-irish-driving-licence-when-i-exchange-my-uk-ni-driving-licence" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-categories-will-i-get-on-my-irish-driving-licence-when-i-exchange-my-uk-ni-driving-licence"> What categories will I get on my Irish driving licence when I exchange my UK/NI driving licence? </button> </h2> <div id="what-categories-will-i-get-on-my-irish-driving-licence-when-i-exchange-my-uk-ni-driving-licence" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading14_11" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion14"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>It is important to note that some categories on your UK/NI driving licence may have UK national codes associated with them, which may mean these particular categories are not transferable to an Irish licence.</p> <p>For more details see below.</p> <strong>Category D1 and D1E Licence with Code 1 or Code 101 (not for hire or reward)</strong><br> <p>The licence for minibus (category D1) and bus with trailer attached (category D1E) with code 1 or Code 101 indicating “Not for hire or reward” (nfhr) which was granted in the UK/NI is not transferable when you exchange it for an Irish driving licence as this was a national category in the UK and only valid to drive in the UK.</p> <p>However, if you are the holder of a category D1 and D1E driving licence without these codes they are transferable to your driving licence provided you submit a medical report with your application.</p> <strong>Category EC1 Licence with Code 107</strong><br> <p>The licence for light articulated truck (EC1 category) with Code 107 was granted in the UK/NI and is not transferable when you exchange your UK/NI licence for an Irish one, as there is not an equivalent category in Ireland.</p> <strong>Category EC Licence with Code 102</strong><br> <p>The licence for articulated truck (EC category) with Code 102 was granted in the UK/NI and is not transferable when you exchange your UK/NI licence for an Irish one, as there is not an equivalent category in Ireland.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>    <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="heading15"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#national-driver-licence-service-or-ndls" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="national-driver-licence-service-or-ndls"> National Driver Licence Service or NDLS </button> </h2> <div id="national-driver-licence-service-or-ndls" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="heading15" data-bs-parent="#accordionParent"> <div class="accordion-body">  <div class="accordion" id="sub-accordion15">  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading15_1"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-is-the-national-driver-licence-service-or-ndls" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-is-the-national-driver-licence-service-or-ndls"> What is the National Driver Licence Service or NDLS? </button> </h2> <div id="what-is-the-national-driver-licence-service-or-ndls" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading15_1" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion15"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>The NDLS is the name given to the dedicated service which receives applications for learner permits and driver licences. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading15_2"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#who-manages-the-ndls" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="who-manages-the-ndls"> Who manages the NDLS? </button> </h2> <div id="who-manages-the-ndls" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading15_2" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion15"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>The Road Safety Authority was tasked by the Government to manage the processing and production of learner permits and driving licences in Ireland.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading15_3"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#how-many-ndls-centres-are-there" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="how-many-ndls-centres-are-there"> How many NDLS centres are there? </button> </h2> <div id="how-many-ndls-centres-are-there" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading15_3" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion15"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>There are 34 NDLS centres nationwide. The locations of the centres were chosen to ensure that 95% of the population is serviced within a 50km radius of a centre. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading15_4"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#where-can-i-find-my-nearest-ndls-centre" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="where-can-i-find-my-nearest-ndls-centre"> Where can I find my nearest NDLS centre? </button> </h2> <div id="where-can-i-find-my-nearest-ndls-centre" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading15_4" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion15"> <div class="inner-content"> <ul> <li>You can view a <a href="/how-to-apply/applying-in-person.html#centre-locations/">map of locations here</a> to find your nearest NDLS.</li> </ul> <p>Remember, you are no longer restricted to applying for a licence or learner permit in your local area only. You can now apply for a licence at any NDLS centre in the country. Alternatively you can <a href="https://ndls.rsa.ie/" target="_blank">Apply Online.</a> Our new online service caters for all application types.</p> <p>You can apply online for:</p> <ul> <li>first-time learner permit or full licence</li> <li>renewing your driving licence or learner permit</li> <li>updating personal details </li> <li>replacement of a lost/stolen or damaged licence or permit</li> <li>exchanging your foreign licence for an Irish licence</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading15_5"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#why-is-there-no-ndls-centre-in-my-town" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="why-is-there-no-ndls-centre-in-my-town"> Why is there no NDLS centre in my town? </button> </h2> <div id="why-is-there-no-ndls-centre-in-my-town" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading15_5" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion15"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>The locations of the NDLS centres ensure that 95% of the population is within 50 kilometres of a centre. You can now attend any NDLS centre in the country, not just the centre in your own county. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading15_6"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-are-the-opening-hours-of-ndls-centres" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-are-the-opening-hours-of-ndls-centres"> What are the opening hours of NDLS centres? </button> </h2> <div id="what-are-the-opening-hours-of-ndls-centres" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading15_6" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion15"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Opening Hours:</p> <p>Monday to Friday: 9am to 5pm</p> <p>Saturdays: 9am to 2pm (excluding Bank Holidays)</p> <p>If you are attending an NDLS centre in person you must <a href="/booking-service.html/">book an appointment</a> as walk-in appointments are no longer available.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading15_7"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-just-walk-into-a-ndls-centre-to-renew-a-learner-permit-or-driving-licence" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-just-walk-into-a-ndls-centre-to-renew-a-learner-permit-or-driving-licence"> Can I just walk into a NDLS centre to renew a learner permit or driving licence? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-just-walk-into-a-ndls-centre-to-renew-a-learner-permit-or-driving-licence" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading15_7" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion15"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>A walk-in service is no longer available. You must book an appointment <a href="/booking-service.html/">here</a> to attend any NDLS centre in person. </p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading15_8"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-book-an-appointment-to-attend-a-ndls-centre" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-book-an-appointment-to-attend-a-ndls-centre"> Can I book an appointment to attend a NDLS centre? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-book-an-appointment-to-attend-a-ndls-centre" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading15_8" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion15"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Yes. You can book an appointment <a href="/booking-service.html/">here</a></p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading15_9"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-do-i-need-to-bring-with-me-to-my-ndls-appointment" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-do-i-need-to-bring-with-me-to-my-ndls-appointment"> What do I need to bring with me to my NDLS appointment? </button> </h2> <div id="what-do-i-need-to-bring-with-me-to-my-ndls-appointment" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading15_9" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion15"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>You will need to bring the required supporting documentation, <a href="/how-to-apply/applying-in-person.html#photo-id/">ID</a>, and <a href="/how-to-apply/fees.html/">fee</a>. Application forms are no longer required. However, if you wish to make your application in Irish you will be required to complete an <a href="/how-to-apply/forms-reports.html/">Irish application form</a>. Your photograph and signature will be captured electronically at the NDLS centre.</p> <p>Why not save yourself a trip to the NDLS centre and <a href="https://ndls.rsa.ie/">Apply Online here</a> for learner permit or driving licence if you have a <a href="https://psc.gov.ie/">Public Services Card</a> and a verified <a href="https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/HowDoISignUp/">MyGovID</a></p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading15_10"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#what-will-happen-when-i-attend-an-ndls-centre-in-person-to-apply-for-my-learner-permit-or-driving-licence" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="what-will-happen-when-i-attend-an-ndls-centre-in-person-to-apply-for-my-learner-permit-or-driving-licence"> What will happen when I attend an NDLS centre in person to apply for my learner permit or driving licence? </button> </h2> <div id="what-will-happen-when-i-attend-an-ndls-centre-in-person-to-apply-for-my-learner-permit-or-driving-licence" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading15_10" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion15"> <div class="inner-content"> <ul> <li>You will go to the counter where you will be greeted by a Customer Service Agent to begin the application process.</li> <li>They will ask you for documentation to <a href="/identity-validation.html/">confirm your identity.</a></li> <li>They will take your photograph and a digital signature will be captured. This photograph will be used on your licence. The cost is included in the licence fee.</li> <li>Once you have completed the application process and paid for your licence, you will be given a receipt. Your application will be sent to the Central Licensing Processing Unit (CLPU) and your new plastic card learner permit or licence should be posted to you within five to eight working days</li> </ul> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading15_11"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#how-long-will-it-take-to-complete-the-‘face-to-face’-security-checks-when-i-visit-the-ndls-centre" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="how-long-will-it-take-to-complete-the-‘face-to-face’-security-checks-when-i-visit-the-ndls-centre"> How long will it take to complete the ‘face-to-face’ security checks when I visit the NDLS centre? </button> </h2> <div id="how-long-will-it-take-to-complete-the-‘face-to-face’-security-checks-when-i-visit-the-ndls-centre" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading15_11" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion15"> <div class="inner-content">Because the NDLS centre is dedicated to taking applications for a learner permit or driver licence, the application process should not take any more than 15 minutes once you are seen by a Customer Service Agent.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading15_12"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#once-i’ve-applied-how-long-will-it-take-to-get-my-new-licence-learner-permit" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="once-i’ve-applied-how-long-will-it-take-to-get-my-new-licence-learner-permit"> Once I’ve applied how long will it take to get my new licence/learner permit? </button> </h2> <div id="once-i’ve-applied-how-long-will-it-take-to-get-my-new-licence-learner-permit" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading15_12" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion15"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>If you have applied for your licence/permit at an NDLS centre, it should be processed within 5 to 8 working days. You should allow an additional 2-5 working days for delivery by An Post. You do not need to contact the NDLS if you have only made your application in the last three weeks. If you have not received your licence/permit three weeks from the date you visited the NDLS centre you can email the NDLS at <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#5e373038311e303a322d70373b71"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="670e0901082709030b14490e02">[email protected]</span></a>. </p> <p>If there is a discrepancy with your application or you have not submitted all the required supporting documentation your application will take longer to process. </p> <p>Exchange of foreign licences to an Irish licence will take longer to process as the licence entitlements have to be verified by the original licensing authority.</p> </div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading15_13"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#can-i-use-my-plastic-card-licence-or-learner-permit-as-an-organ-donation-card" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="can-i-use-my-plastic-card-licence-or-learner-permit-as-an-organ-donation-card"> Can I use my plastic card licence or learner permit as an organ donation card? </button> </h2> <div id="can-i-use-my-plastic-card-licence-or-learner-permit-as-an-organ-donation-card" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading15_13" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion15"> <div class="inner-content">Yes. application forms for the driving licence and learner permit allow applicants the option of having the code ‘115’ on their licence or learner permit to signify that they are willing to be an organ donor.</div> </div> </div>  <div class="accordion-item notch"> <h2 class="accordion-header" id="sub-heading15_14"> <button class="accordion-button collapsed" type="button" data-bs-toggle="collapse" data-bs-target="#will-my-learner-permit-or-driving-licence-be-returned-to-me-at-the-ndls-centre-on-making-an-application" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="will-my-learner-permit-or-driving-licence-be-returned-to-me-at-the-ndls-centre-on-making-an-application"> Will my learner permit or driving licence be returned to me at the NDLS centre on making an application? </button> </h2> <div id="will-my-learner-permit-or-driving-licence-be-returned-to-me-at-the-ndls-centre-on-making-an-application" class="accordion-collapse collapse" aria-labelledby="sub-heading15_14" data-bs-parent="#sub-accordion15"> <div class="inner-content"> <p>Your permit/licence will in the vast majority of cases be returned to you at the NDLS centre on making an application. There will be some exceptions which include permit/licences that are expired, addition or removal of some codes and permit/licences that are damaged. 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