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For answers to some additional questions you may have about the process of updating your name on a driving licence, check out our Frequently Asked Questions at the bottom of the page!
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For answers to some additional questions you may have about the process of updating your name on a driving licence, check out our Frequently Asked Questions at the bottom of the page!
In order to change the name on your driving licence, you first need to obtain a document which shows proof of your name change, such as a marriage certificate, a decree absolute, or Deed Poll.
For cars or motorbikes, send the following to the DVLA:
If you are trying to change your name for a lorry or bus licence you will have to fill out a D2 form instead. The other steps remain the same.
Follow these tips when filling out the D1 form in order to make sure your driving licence name change goes smoothly:
If You Need a Document Proving Your Name Change
If You Already Have a Document Proving Your Name Change
For answers to some additional questions you may have about the process of updating your name on a driving licence, check out our Frequently Asked Questions at the bottom of the page!
If you have recently moved to a new address in the UK, it's important to update your driving licence with your new details. You can change the address on your driving licence online and by post for free. If you want to change your name at the same time, you can apply by post or use our name change kit or deed poll name change services first.
To do it online, you’ll need the following:
It also can help processing to have your National Insurance number and passport number if known.
It's free to change address on a driving licence, but you could be fined up to £1,000 if you fail to update the DVLA of the change of address.
Once you've updated your driving licence, you should also update your vehicle log book (V5C), update your vehicle tax Direct Debit (if that’s how you choose to pay) and inform your car insurance provider of your new address.
You should receive your new licence within three weeks of the date that you send the paperwork. Of course, this assumes that you filled out the application forms correctly.
You would still be able to drive while you are waiting for your new driving licence provided that:
It doesn't cost anything to change your name on your driving license. However, there will be charges if your photocard has been lost or stolen.
The process for changing your name on your driving licence is similar for Northern Ireland residents. For more details about the process check out the link here.
If you change your name, the DVLA requires you to update your vehicle registration document.
To update your log book, write your new name in full in section 6 and add a separate note to explain that you’ve changed your name
It is important to update your information as you could face a £1,000 fine if you fail to inform the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency when you change name or address.
If you have additional questions not answered here, be sure to visit the “Change the name or gender on your driving licence” on the official GOV.UK website.
