- Replacement or duplicate licence: €35, with no age exemption.
- You need a completed Garda Declaration form.
- A replacement learner permit is also €35.
- Updating personal details on a licence is free.
Online
NDLS says you can apply online with no paper forms and no appointment. You need:
- a Public Services Card and verified MyGovID;
- a completed Garda Declaration form;
- proof of address dated in the last six months, if your address differs from the one on the lost licence and the one you gave when you applied for the card;
- a medical report form dated within one month, if your medical details have changed since your last application;
- the €35 fee, paid by credit or debit card.
In person
Book an appointment at one of 34 NDLS centres. Bring the completed Garda Declaration form, valid photo ID, proof of your PPSN, address proof if it applies, a medical report if it applies and the fee. In a centre you can pay by card, Google Pay or Apple Pay, or with a Payzone voucher. Cash, cheques and postal orders are not accepted.
The Garda Declaration
This is the step people overlook. NDLS lists a completed Garda Declaration form as a requirement both online and in person. If your licence was stolen along with other items, report that to your local Garda station as well.
Timing and tracking
NDLS posts licences by An Post standard mail, and says to allow up to 10 working days for delivery once an application is finalised (this wording is from its exchange FAQ; we found no separate figure for a replacement). You can follow progress with the application status tool on ndls.ie. NDLS also says driving without a valid licence is illegal, so check the NDLS FAQ on your situation while you wait.
Where it goes wrong
| Mistake | Why it costs you |
|---|---|
| Using a page that only looks like NDLS | The real replacement is €35 and needs a Garda Declaration. Gardaí and the RSA warned in 2020 of a fake NDLS Facebook page that sought over €200. |
| Sending licence or card photos to a "replacement service" | Copies of your identity documents are now with someone you cannot trace. |
| Skipping the Garda Declaration | NDLS lists it as a requirement for a replacement |
If a stranger already holds your licence details, read what to do if you paid. To see how real contact works, see NDLS look-alike pages.
If it was your learner permit
The same fee applies, €35 for a replacement or duplicate learner permit, through the NDLS lost, stolen or damaged learner permit page. You will still need your driver number from box 4d for later steps, and NDLS can send it to you in a driver statement. See your driver number.
Replacement fees across documents
| Document | Replacement fee | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Driving licence | €35 | NDLS |
| Learner permit | €35 | NDLS |
| Safe Pass card | €32 | SOLAS |
| Certificate of competency | No replacement needed; NDLS holds an electronic record of your pass | RSA |
Before you start
- Get the Garda Declaration form completed.
- Have your Public Services Card and verified MyGovID ready for the online route.
- Check whether your address differs from your card record. If it does, you need proof of address.
- Check whether your medical details have changed since your last application. If they have, you need a medical report.
If someone else may have your licence
Tell gardaí which items were taken, and keep a note of the date you reported it. A licence that was handed to a stranger is different from one that was lost: if you sent a photograph or the card itself to a seller, read the paid-a-scammer page.
Online or in person?
| Online | At a centre | |
|---|---|---|
| Appointment | Not needed | Required, one of 34 centres |
| Identity | Public Services Card and verified MyGovID | Valid photo ID and proof of your PPSN |
| Garda Declaration | Completed form needed | Completed form needed |
| Payment | Credit or debit card | Card, Google Pay, Apple Pay or Payzone voucher |
Frequently asked questions
How much is a replacement driving licence in Ireland?
€35 for a replacement or duplicate, and the fee applies to people aged 70 or over too, according to NDLS, checked 5 October 2026.
What do I need to replace a lost licence?
A completed Garda Declaration form, plus a Public Services Card and verified MyGovID to apply online, or photo ID and PPSN proof at a centre. Address proof and a medical report only if they apply.
Can I replace a lost licence online?
Yes. NDLS lets you apply online with a Public Services Card and verified MyGovID, with no appointment.
Do I need to report a stolen licence to the gardaí?
The NDLS replacement requires a completed Garda Declaration form. If other items were stolen too, report that to your local Garda station.
Is a replacement learner permit the same price?
Yes, €35 for a replacement or duplicate, according to the NDLS fees page.