🚗🛑 Driving Without a Licence: What You Need to Know! 🛑🚗
Did you know that under certain conditions, you can drive without your licence while it’s being renewed? The DVLA has laid out seven strict rules to follow if you want to stay behind the wheel during the renewal process. Here’s the lowdown:
1. **Doctor’s Approval**: Your doctor must give you the green light to continue driving.
2. **Valid Licence History**: You must have had a valid licence before.
3. **Follow Old Licence Conditions**: Drive under the same conditions as your previous licence.
4. **Application Timing**: Your renewal application should be less than a year old.
5. **Medical Clearance**: Your last licence wasn’t revoked or refused for medical reasons.
6. **No Disqualifications**: You’re not currently disqualified from driving.
7. **High-Risk Offender Status**: You haven’t been disqualified as a high-risk offender since June 2013.
Got a new medical condition? Make sure it doesn’t impact your driving ability. Consult your doctor or use the ‘Assessing fitness to drive’ guide for more info.
But that’s not all! Remember, you need to renew your driving licence every 10 years. Not renewing can cost you big—a £1,000 fine big! Renewing online is a breeze and your new licence should arrive within a week. If you choose to apply via post, expect a wait of about three weeks.
And guess what? Renewing online costs just £14. For those over 70 or holding a medical short-period licence, it’s free!
Stay safe and ensure you’re driving legally. 🚦🔑 #DrivingTips #LicenceRenewal #DVLA