Can I transfer my Indian driving license to UK?

If you hold a driving licence from a designated country, you’ll be allowed to drive in Great Britain for up to 12 months. Once this time has passed, you will have to exchange your licence. You’ve got 5 years from the day you became a resident to exchange your licence—as long as it’s still valid.

How can I change my driving Licence from India to International?

Indian applicants have to submit additional documentation, as mentioned below:

1. Form 4.
2. Copy of valid driver’s license.
3. Copy of passport and visa.
4. Copy of air tickets.
5. Medical certificate as mentioned in the application form.
6. Application fee of Rs. 500.
7. 5 passport sized photographs.
8. Certified proof of Indian citizenship.

How long is Indian driving license valid in UK?

12 months
In short: International licence holders visiting the UK can drive on their valid foreign licence for up to 12 months from when they become resident. – If your licence is from the European Economic Area, you can use it until you turn 70 years old.

Can I drive while my licence is being exchanged?

No. You must wait for DVLA to reissue you with a new driving licence before you can start driving again. My last licence entitled me to drive lorries/ buses.

Can a foreigner get a UK driving Licence?

Tourists can typically use their foreign driver’s license for up to a year while in the UK, however, getting an international driving permit (IDP) might be a good idea for licenses issued in a foreign language. Driver’s licenses issued in a member state of the EU or EFTA are valid in the UK up until the age of 70.

Which country can exchange driving Licence?

Designated country licence exchange The designated countries are: Australia, Barbados, British Virgin Islands, Provinces and Territories of Canada, Falkland Islands, Faroe Islands, Hong Kong, Japan, New Zealand, Monaco, Republic of Korea, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland and Zimbabwe.

How can I get international driving Licence in India from UK?

Documents required

1. Application in Form 4A generated through online.
2. Valid Driving License.
3. Valid Passport.
4. Valid Visa.
5. Medical certificate in Form 1-A..
6. Valid proof of Indian Nationality.
7. IDP Class of Vehicle Fees Rs. 1500/-.

Can I drive in the UK while my licence is being exchanged?

No. You must wait for the DVLA to reissue you with a new driving licence before you can start driving again. My last licence entitled me to drive lorries/ buses. It has expired and I am now only applying for a licence to drive a car.

Can a foreigner get a UK driving licence?

Can I Drive in Europe with an Indian driver’s license?

That means you need the Indian driver’s licence and the IDP to drive a vehicle in the EU during the initial 6 months period. German driver’s licence (European driving licence) is valid for lifetime and all over the world along with an IDP.

Is it easy to exchange a foreign driving licence in the UK?

Now that you have finally settled down in the UK it’s time to exchange your license to a UK drivers license. It’s a pretty easy process to exchange your licence once you’ve been here for over 185 days. Why Should You Change Your Foreign Driving License To The UK One?

How long can I Drive in India on an Indian licence?

You will be entitled to drive on your Indian licence for a year, but if you are planning to stay longer than that you will need to pass a UK driving test.

Can I Drive in the UK on my non-UK drivers licence?

Check out this handy little tool to see if you can drive in the UK on your non-UK drivers licence. You need a copy of your drivers’ license or proof of entitlement letter from the issuing authority confirming your licence is valid with all of your details etc. and send that in with your application in the UK.