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Licence renewal

MissNicS

MissNicS

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Hi everyone,

Hope you’re well. Has anyone renewed their driving licence during lockdown? If so, how long did it take to arrive? I know there’s a back log at the DVLA but does anyone know if it’ll be longer than the usual 6 weeks?

Thanks!
 
MissNicS said:
Hi everyone,

Hope you’re well. Has anyone renewed their driving licence during lockdown? If so, how long did it take to arrive? I know there’s a back log at the DVLA but does anyone know if it’ll be longer than the usual 6 weeks?

Thanks!
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If you are asking about a fairly standard 3yr restricted licence then you can do it on-line and it takes about 3 days.

See this discussion too.....

https://www.diabetes.co.uk/forum/threads/driving-licence-extension.175743/
 
MissNicS said:
Thanks for your responses, I sent mine through post rather than online, so hopefully it’s not too much longer.
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You may be disappointed, there is a big backlog in postal applications due to social distancing restricting the number of staff. Presumably online renewals are dealt with by staff working at home so are not affected.
BBC News - Drivers furious after waiting months for licences
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-53511030
 
I had to do mine on paper as I’m also epileptic, and send back my old licence. I was waiting for the usual waste of time at the GP’s while they ask if you’ve ever been hypo or had a seizure. My licence appeared today after 2 weeks, and no medical?
 
conniecar said:
I had to do mine on paper as I’m also epileptic, and send back my old licence. I was waiting for the usual waste of time at the GP’s while they ask if you’ve ever been hypo or had a seizure. My licence appeared today after 2 weeks, and no medical?
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That’s really reassuring to hear! I’m glad you got it all sorted really quickly. Mine was sent over 3 weeks ago and I’m still waiting, which is fine because it usually takes about 6 weeks before I hear from them.
 
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