One thing that catches people out is the address change. If you’ve moved house since you got your last provisional, you must update your address. The good news? Updating your address alongside your renewal is included in that £34 online fee. You don’t pay extra.
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But if you already have a full driving licence and you just need to update your address on that, that’s a different story. We’re only talking about the provisional here, the beginner card. It’s all about keeping your learner profile squeaky clean and up to date with the government.
A Little Story to Make You Smile
My cousin Sarah let her provisional expire for three years. She kept saying, “I’ll do it next week.” Finally, her boyfriend booked her test as a surprise. She had to pay the £34 renewal fee, wait a week for the new card to arrive, and then took her test. She passed, but only after failing the first time because she was so nervous.
She told me, “I spent more money on Uber rides in those three years than I would have on a decade of licence renewals.” Think about that next time you’re waiting for a bus in the rain. £34 is a small investment in your independence. It’s literally the price of a nice dinner out.
