Table of Contents
- 1 How long does provisional take to come in Covid?
- 2 Why has my provisional not arrived yet?
- 3 How long does a provisional licence take to be delivered by post?
- 4 Is a provisional driving licence proof of ID?
- 5 Can I drive while waiting for my provisional Licence?
- 6 How can I check my driving Licence status?
- 7 Can I apply for a provisional licence without a UK passport?
- 8 How long does it take to get a provisional driving licence?
- 9 What happens if you lose your provisional driving licence?
How long does provisional take to come in Covid?
Your licence should arrive within one week if you apply online. It may take longer if DVLA need to make additional checks.
Why has my provisional not arrived yet?
If your provisional still hasn’t arrived, the DVLA provide a tracking service that displays the status of your licence application. To access the tracking service, you’ll need your application reference number. When you receive this message, your licence has been issued and should arrive in the post in a day or so.
How long does a provisional licence take to be delivered by post?
Your provisional driving licence should arrive within one week, unless the DVLA needs to make additional checks. Alternatively, you can fill in a D1 form from your local post office and send it by post.
How long does a provisional licence take to be delivered UK by post?
If you’ve applied for your provisional licence online, it will usually only take about a week to be approved and sent to you. Allow 3 weeks for delivery from postal applications. If you haven’t heard back after this time, contact the DVLA, who should be able to give you an update.
Can I drive while waiting for my provisional licence?
No. You must wait for DVLA to reissue you with a new driving licence before you can start driving again.
Is a provisional driving licence proof of ID?
One of these measures is no longer accepting provisional driving licences as a proof of ID. Our research has shown that provisional driving licences are unreliable documents for a proof of ID. As a result we have decided, for the security of our accounts, that we will no longer accept provisional licences.
Can I drive while waiting for my provisional Licence?
How can I check my driving Licence status?
How to Check Your Driving Licence (DL) Status Online via State Transport official website?
- Step 1: Visit the State Transport Department website of the state you live in.
- Step 2: Click on the “DL and LL Registration” tab.
- Step 3: Once redirected, click on the “Know your application status” tab.
How do I speak to someone at the DVLA?
If you would like to contact DVLA, you can ring them up at 0300 790 6802. If you’re calling from abroad, please dial +44 844 306 9203.
Can I use my birth certificate for my provisional?
You can also use your original birth or adoption certificate as a form of ID, just as long as you also send in any one of the following: National Insurance card or a letter from the Department for Work and Pensions showing your National Insurance number. P45, P60 or pay slip.
Can I apply for a provisional licence without a UK passport?
Yes, you can apply for a provisional licence without a UK passport as long as you are a resident of the UK. If you don’t have a UK passport, you’ll need to send an original identity document along with your provisional driving licence application.
How long does it take to get a provisional driving licence?
If you have a 14-digit reference number, use this service to track your application. You’ll normally get your driving licence within a week of completing your online application. Most people can start learning to drive when they’re 17. You need a provisional driving licence to take lessons or practice.
What happens if you lose your provisional driving licence?
If you’ve lost your provisional driving licence, it’s not the end of the world. You can get a replacement provisional licence online with the DVLA if yours has been lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed. It’s £20 for a new provisional licence in this scenario.
Can I Drive on the motorway with a provisional licence?
If you hold a provisional driving licence, you’re not allowed to drive on motorways unless you’re with a qualified driving instructor in a dual-control car. However, you’re free to drive elsewhere in any weather and at any time, as long as you have a driving instructor or appropriate accompanying driver.