⏳ How Long Does a Personal Licence Last?
The great news is — Personal Licences no longer expire.
They are now valid indefinitely in England and Wales.
📜 A Quick History:
Personal Licences used to be issued with a 10-year expiry date, and many people still hold licences that display one.
If your licence shows an expiry date — don’t worry.
That date can be ignored, and you do not need to renew your licence.
✅ Do You Need to Take Action?
No – you're legally covered even if your licence shows an old expiry date.
However, if you'd like your Personal Licence reissued without the expiry date, your local council can provide a new copy.
💷 Fee: Usually around £10.50 (set by the council)
📝 Summary:
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✔️ Modern Personal Licences last indefinitely
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❌ No renewal needed, even if your licence shows an expiry date
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💳 You can request a reissued version without an expiry date for a small admin fee