Driving license

[4getmenot]

My driving photo driving license expires on 7th December but I am moving house on 18th December so it would be pointless me getting new license just to change my address after 18th. I can’t get it before 7th December in case they send it to new house. What I need to know is if I don’t get it renewed until 18th am I still licensed to drive and insured?

[redcrx]

i would send off for it on the 18th. If you get stopped between the 7th and 18th then say it has been sent off.

I know someone who moved into a flat same time as you did and never did change their driving licence til 2 weeks ago :)

of course, you could call the DVLA and ask what they suggest

[4getmenot]

well I only just changed license address about a year ago and got new card for free and now to get new photo I have to pay £20.00!!

[4getmenot]

would seem I am still valid to drive it is just the photo that has expired not my license

[R1Geezer]

If you wait until you can use your new address you can change the licence and Photo for nowt! Ie go for change of address and supply a new photo.

[4getmenot]

Really?? But I have to fill in the form for new photo that they have sent and attach a cheque

[ABerrant]

Whenever a new photo is required (i.e. every 10 years) a payment must be made regardless if it is in conjunction with an otherwise free change of name or address. The only time no fee is needed is if you have a medical short period licence or you’re aged 70 or over.

[R1Geezer]

yep sorry, you are correct, dosh required!

[4getmenot]

god damm it!