Driver Licences

Tuesday, 29 September 2026

Questions (265)

Barry Ward

Question:

265. Deputy Barry Ward asked the Minister for Transport if an application to renew a driving licence can be made on-line; and if not, if he will indicate the process an applicant has to follow. [68350/26]

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Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Transport

Under the Road Safety Authority Act 2006, the Road Safety Authority (RSA) has statutory responsibility for the operation of the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS).

I am informed by the RSA that the NDLS offers a range of services through its online portal including applications for renewals of driving licences, applications for first-time learner permits and driving licences, applications for replacements, updates to personal details and the exchange of foreign driving licences for Irish driving licences.

Information on renewing a driving licence online, including the documentation required, is available on the NDLS website at www.ndls.ie/licensed-driver/renew-my-driving-licence.html.

Applicants who do not wish to avail of the online service can apply in person at an NDLS centre.