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Driving licences and applications

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When to contact DVLA

How long it takes to get your driving licence depends on how you sent your application.

Type of application Processing time
Online 2 weeks
Post 3 weeks

Wait for the processing time before you contact DVLA.

It might take longer if DVLA needs to check your identity or medical details.

By webchat

to contact DVLA about driving licences and applications.

By phone

DVLA Driving Licence Enquiries
Telephone: 0300 790 6801
Monday to Friday, 8am to 7pm
Saturday, 8am to 2pm
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If you鈥檙e deaf or hard of hearing, you can use the on a computer. You can also find out how to .

By email

to contact DVLA about driving licences and applications.

By post

Drivers Customer Services
Correspondence Team
DVLA
Swansea
SA6 7JL

Northern Ireland

Contact the if you have a Northern Ireland driving licence.

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