Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 19 January 2022
223. Deputy Pearse Doherty asked the Minister for Transport if an extension of a driver’s licence can be granted in exceptional circumstances to a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63571/21]
View answerA person who is normally resident in Ireland but currently working or studying abroad can apply by post to renew or replace their driving licence. Details are available on the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) website at www.ndls.ie/licensed-driver/driving-abroad.html#are-you-living-abroad-to-study-or-working-abroad-to-carry-out-a-task-of-a-definite-duration.
A person living and working in another EU country cannot renew their driving licence in Ireland. They must contact the licensing authority in that country to exchange their current Irish driving licence.
