Blog / October 24, 2019

Can you get a replacement counterpart driving licence?

You can use this service to replace your driving licence. Your driving licence is made up of two parts: a plastic photo card and a paper part which is known as the paper counterpart. If any part has been lost, stolen or destroyed, you must apply for a replacement licence.

What is the counterpart of a driving licence?

One is the photocard driving licence and the other is the paper counterpart. That paper driving licence counterpart is being abolished in June 2015, so a UK driving licence will consist of only the photocard from that date.

Where can I get a DL1 form?

driving licence testing centre
Application for renewal of driver’s licence (DL1). The form is available at the driving licence testing centre.

Is form D740 still valid?

From 08 June 2015, the DVLA will stop issuing the paper counterpart (D740) with UK drivers licences. Instead, drivers will only be issued with the photocard driving licence. If you have a photocard licence, the DVLA recommend that the paper counterpart is destroyed after this date.

Do DVLA still issue paper counterparts?

From today (8 June 2015), the paper counterpart to the photocard driving licence is being replaced by an online service. Now, when the driver chooses to share it, those organisations will be able to see completely accurate information direct from DVLA ‘s records.

How long does a replacement driving licence take?

Remember it can take a week to receive a replacement driving licence if you apply online and up to three weeks if you apply via postal application.

Do I need counterpart for theory test?

The most important document you’ll need to bring to your Theory Test is your photocard driving licence (provisional driving licence). However, if you’re in Northern Ireland, you’ll need to bring the photocard AND the paper counterpart licence. If you don’t have a passport you must apply for your photocard licence.

What is a DVLA counterpart check code?

The DVLA check code is the online counterpart of the photo card driving licence. The code is used to access the DVLA database to check driving licence information, and it allows you to share your licence information with employers or car hire companies.

Can I renew my SA drivers licence online application form?

Full licence You can renew your licence online for as long as your photo is valid (licence photos are valid for 10 years). A licence can be renewed online even if expired by up to five years. You’ll need your licence number to renew online. You can also renew online with a mySA GOV account.

Can you print out a D1 form?

Make use of the Sign Tool to add and create your electronic signature to signNow the D1 dvla form. Now you can print, save, or share the form.

Can I still use D740 to change my address?

Hi, you can use your counterpart licence (D740) to update your address, send to DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1BN.

How to replace a lost or stolen driving licence counterpart?

To issue a replacement of the counterpart, the licence holder has to fill in a declaration form VEH39 – English or VEH39 – Maltese stating the reason why the counterpart is being reissued and submit it showing proof of identification. The new licence counterpart is issued against a fee of €8.00.

How do I get a replacement driver’s license?

In order to get one you’ll need your drivers license number and some documentation. We list all the documentation needed, and let you know how and where to get it done. If your state offers replacements online, we’ll let you know. And for many states, we even list the fees for a replacement license.

What to do if you have lost your driving licence?

Lost Driving Licences, Counterparts or Tags. An application for the issue of a reprint of the driving licence may be made with the Authority, if a valid driving licence has been lost, stolen or damaged. The replacement driving licence shall have the same effect, including the expiry date, as the original driving licence.

How do I get a duplicate driver’s license?

We’ve also linked to available online forms for you to complete for a duplicate license. In order to get one you’ll need your drivers license number and some documentation. We list all the documentation needed, and let you know how and where to get it done. If your state offers replacements online, we’ll let you know.