You can renew an Irish driving licence up to three months before it expires. Online is the fastest way. It costs €65, or nothing if you are 70 or over.
Renew online
You need:
- A Public Services Card and a verified MyGovID
- Proof of address from the last six months, if your address differs from the one on your PSC record
- Proof of normal residence, if your place of birth and nationality are outside the EU/EEA, UK and Switzerland
- A medical report dated within one month, if you need one (see below)
- €65 by credit or debit card (free at 70+)
Renew at an NDLS centre
Book an NDLS appointment first, then bring:
- Your current or most recent driving licence (plus photo ID if it was lost, stolen or damaged)
- Proof of your PPSN
- Medical report dated within one month, if required
- Proof of address from the last six months, if your address is not on your licence and differs from your PSC record
- Proof of normal residence, if it applies to you
- €65 by card, Google Pay, Apple Pay or Payzone voucher (free at 70+)
How long your new licence lasts
Your age on the day you apply sets the term:
| Age when applying | Licence term |
|---|---|
| Under 65 | Up to 10 years for cars and motorcycles; up to 5 years for trucks and buses |
| 65 to 71 | Expires on the eve of your 75th birthday at the latest (trucks and buses: max 5 years) |
| 72 to 74 | 3 years |
| 75 or over | 3 years or 1 year, subject to your doctor certifying fitness to drive |
A one or three-year licence can also be issued at any age for medical reasons.
Do you need a medical report?
Yes if you are 75 or over (or your licence expires the day before your 75th birthday), if you hold bus or truck categories, if your licence shows code 101, or if you have a condition on the NDLS reportable list. Details in Eyesight and medical reports. Plain renewals do not need an eyesight report.
How long it takes
The NDLS processes most applications in 5 to 8 working days, then allows up to 10 working days for An Post to deliver. Apply as soon as you are inside the three-month window.
Related
Moved house too? Renewing with a new address is handled in the same application, see Change of address or name. Licence lost instead of expiring? Use Lost or stolen licence.
Where to go
Popular centres: Santry, Leopardstown, Citywest, Clarehall, Cork City, Galway, Limerick, Waterford, Kilkenny, Athlone, Sligo, Letterkenny, Drogheda, Tralee. All 34 centres.
Frequently asked questions
How early can I renew my driving licence in Ireland?
Up to three months before the expiry date.
How much is a driving licence renewal?
€65, free for drivers aged 70 and over.
Can I renew my driving licence online?
Yes, if you have a Public Services Card and a verified MyGovID.
Do I need a medical report to renew at 75?
Yes. Drivers aged 75 and over must include a medical report completed within the previous month.
How long does a renewed licence take to arrive?
Usually 5 to 8 working days to process plus up to 10 working days for postal delivery.
Official source: www.ndls.ie/licensed-driver/renew-my-driving-licence.html. Fees and rules checked 2 October 2026. If anything differs, the NDLS website takes priority.