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1. Shard Calculation

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Calculated Shard: 103 (from laksa026)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa103.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.ndls.ie/licensed-driver/driving-abroad.html\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.ndls.ie/licensed-driver/driving-abroad.html\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/licensed-driver\/driving-abroad.html","crawl_time":1775527945,"first_indexed_time":1605621856,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"ie,ndls!www,\/licensed-driver\/driving-abroad.html s443","src_root_hash":"9791769851938696503","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Driving Abroad with an Irish Driving Licence - National Driver Licence Service","meta_descriptions":["Find out what you'll need to do if you plan on driving abroad with an Irish driving licence, including working and studying abroad for a fixed time."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"A learner permit is not valid to drive or exchange in Northern Ireland or any other\n                            country outside Ireland.\nWhere an Irish licence holder takes up residence in another EU country or European Economic\n                            Area\n(EEA)\nmember state they can drive on their existing Irish driving\n                            licence as long as it is current and valid. They can also exchange it at any time in that\n                            country and within 10 years of its expiry.\nWhere an Irish licence holder takes up residence in any of the following countries;\n                            Australia, Gibraltar, Guernsey, Isle of Man, Japan, Jersey, South Africa, Republic of Korea,\n                            Switzerland, *New Zealand, *Taiwan or the Canadian provinces of Alberta, British Columbia,\n                            Manitoba, Newfoundland & Labrador, Ontario and Saskatchewan\". they may exchange their\n                            current full driving licence in that country and within one year of expiry.\n* Note; Motorcycles and cars are the only categories recognised for exchange with New Zealand\n                        and Taiwan.\nWhere an Irish licence holder exchanges their licence for a New Zealand licence and has held\n                        their driving licence for less than 2 years, they will have to do the stage 2 test in New\n                        Zealand.\nThe various states in Australia generally recognise Irish driving licences in respect of a car\n                        or motorcycle entitlement for exchange. Truck and bus licences are not exchangeable.\nCanadian Provinces\nEach Canadian province exchange agreement with Ireland is individual. They may differ in\n                        categories and administrative procedures. These agreements have been carefully put together to\n                        reach a licence exchange agreement and signed off by the Departments of Transport in the\n                        respective jurisdictions.\nPlease note that contacts are still ongoing with other Canadian provinces to finalise\n                            similar arrangements.\nA licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Ontario allows Irish licence\n                                        holders to exchange their car driving licence for a category G or G1 as\n                                        appropriate in Ontario. Ontario licence holders can exchange a G or G1 driving\n                                        licence for the category B (car) Irish driving licence restricted to automatic\n                                        transmission.\nA licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Manitoba allows Irish licence\n                                        holders to exchange their motorcycle categories A, A1 or A2 for Class 6 F\n                                        licence. Manitoba licence holders can exchange a Class 6, stage I and F driving\n                                        licence for the category A1 Irish driving licence (small motorcycle).\nA licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Alberta allows Irish licence\n                                        holders to exchange their motorcycle categories AM, A1 for Class 6 and B,W\n                                        categories for Class 5 licence.\nA licence exchange agreement between Ireland and British Columbia allows Irish\n                                        licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories AM, A1 for Class 6 or 8\n                                        and their B, W for Class 5 or 7 licence as appropriate. One is their novice and\n                                        the other is the licence they get when finished novice, so we can give them a\n                                        full licence and the start date indicates whether they fall into novice or not.\nCategory to be given on Irish Licence\nClass on British Columbia Licence\nB*, W\nClass 5\nAM, A1\nClass 6\nB*, W\nClass 7\nAM, A1\nClass 8\nA licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Saskatchewan allows Irish\n                                        licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories AM, A1 for Class M Non\n                                        Novice and categories B,W for Class 5 driving licence.\nHolders of Irish driving licences can exchange their licences in Newfoundland\n                                        and Labrador for the following categories:\nCategory on Irish Licence\nCategory to be given licence Newfoundland and Labrador\nB, W\nClass 5\nB, W\nClass 5 Level II\nA1, AM\nClass 6\nA1, AM\nClass 6 level II\nConditions for Applying to Renew or Replace your Driving Licence from Abroad\nWhere a person is living abroad and working on a task of a definite duration or attending a\n                        college or university generally, they can be thought of as resident in Ireland provided they\n                        have personal ties here. If you consider yourself normally resident in the Republic of Ireland\n                        but are currently working or studying abroad you can\napply online\nto renew or replace your driving licence if you will need to have a\nPublic Service Card (PSC)\nand a\nverified MyGovID\nto use the online system.\nIf you do not have a\nPSC\nand a\nverified MyGovID\nand\n                        are unable to attend an National Driver Licence Service centre in person, you will be required to provide the following\n                        documentary evidence to the address below.\nA fully completed and signed\nDriving\n                                Licence Application Form\n. Please ensure your signature is kept within the signature box.\nOriginal\ngood quality\npassport sized photograph\non a\nwhite background\n. Your signature\nsigned\nonto A4 white page\n                            – this should match signature on your application form as it will be scanned onto your\n                            licence.\nA colour photocopy of photograph and signature page(s) of your current passport.\nFees:\n€65 for a 10-year licence or €35 for a replacement licence,\n                                payable only by credit transfer. You will need to provide a valid email address on your\n                                application form to allow us to contact you regarding payment.\nWorking abroad on a fixed term contract\n– We require the original\n                            letter from employer detailing the terms of your employment of a definite duration (start date\n                            and expected end date is required) on headed paper along with the signature and contact\n                            details of employer.\nStudying abroad\n: original correspondence from College\/University\n                            confirming the title and duration of the course, signed by and contact details of course head.\nEvidence of being normally resident in Ireland - correspondence with your Irish address\n                            dated within 6 months - utility bill, statement from a financial institution, correspondence\n                            from a State Department\/Agency.\nProof of PPSN – copy of PPS card or other document showing PPS number.\nPrevious driving licence or if unable to enclose same, a police report or police stamp on\n                            application form, declaring that your licence has been lost or stolen (police stamp from a\n                            foreign country will be accepted).\nYou can\ndownload a Medical Report Form\n, dated within on emonth of the application, completed and stamped by a\n                            medical practitioner whose name is on the General Register of Medical Practitioners in\n                            Ireland and submitted within one month of your application. A Medical Report form will be\n                            required if:\nyou wish to renew higher categories on your driving licence, i.e., trucks or buses,\nyou tick “yes” to any health and fitness questions on the application form\nCompleted applications should be posted to: Road Safety Authority, Driver Licensing\n                            Section, Primrose Hill, Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland\nYou will not be able to renew or replace your licence from abroad if:\nYou are living and working in any EU country or\nrecognised\n                                state\n. You will need to contact the licensing authority in that country to exchange\n                            your current Irish driving licence. This licence will be valid for exchange to an Irish\n                            licence on your return to Ireland.\nYou are travelling or holidaying abroad. You can apply online if you have a\nPublic Service Card\nand a\nverified MyGovID\nor\n                            in person at an NDLS centre on your return\nYou have lost your licence while travelling or holidaying abroad. You can apply online if\n                            you have a\nPublic Service Card (PSC)\nand\nverified MyGovID\nor\n                            in person at an NDLS centre on your return\nLearner permits are only valid in the country of issue and cannot be renewed while working or\n                        studying abroad.\nAn Irish driving licence is valid for renewal up to 10 years after expiry and can be renewed\n                        within three months in advance of its expiry.","attrs_markdown":"Accessibility Tools\n\n- Invert colors\n- Monochrome\n- Dark contrast\n- Light contrast\n- Low saturation\n- High saturation\n- Highlight links\n- Highlight headings\n- Content scaling  100%\n- Font size  100%\n- Line height  100%\n- Letter spacing  100%\n\n[Web Accessibility plugin](https:\/\/dj-extensions.com\/yootheme\/dj-accessibility) by DJ-Extensions.com\n\n[Skip to content](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/licensed-driver\/driving-abroad.html#content)\n\n[Gaeilge](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/gaeilge.html)\n\n[Apply Online](https:\/\/ndls.rsa.ie\/)\n\n- [Learner Driver](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/licensed-driver\/driving-abroad.html) ►\n  - 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It is valid for one year from the date of issue. You should always carry your full driving licence when travelling abroad as you may have to present it when hiring a vehicle. The [AA](https:\/\/www.theaa.ie\/aa\/motoring-advice\/driving-in-europe\/international-driving-permit.aspx) process IDP applications in Ireland.\n\n#### Who can apply for an IDP?\nIt is available to all Irish residents with a valid full Irish driving licence and to all EU\/EEA licence holders who are resident in Ireland. It cannot be issued to learner permit holders or non-EU\/EEA licence holders. There are two types of permits:\n\n- 1949 UN Convention IDP. Most common type; recognised in most countries\n- 1926 UN Convention IDP. Needed for driving in Brazil, Iraq, Nigeria and Somalia\n\n## Where can I use an IDP?\nYou can use it in any of the countries that have signed the 1926 or 1949 UN Convention on road traffic. In addition, many other countries that are not signatories to the 1949 convention recognise the IDP and accept it in their territories. A [list of recognised countries](https:\/\/www.theaa.ie\/aa\/motoring-advice\/driving-in-europe\/international-driving-permit.aspx) can be seen on IDP application form. **You should contact the embassy or consulate in advance of travelling** to confirm if it is recognised by them.\n\n## How can I apply for an IDP?\nYou can download an [IDP application form](https:\/\/www.theaa.ie\/aa\/motoring-advice\/driving-in-europe\/international-driving-permit.aspx) on AA Travel Services website and post with the following documents to AA Travel Services, PO Box 11331, Dublin 2.\n\n- Copy of your current valid Irish drivers licence (front and back).\n- Passport size photograph - signed on back\n- Copy of a household bill dated in the last three months (if applying with a non-Irish driving licence)\n- Fee of €15.00 payable by cheque\/postal order to The AA, or by credit or debit card, Google Pay or Apple Pay\n\n**If two or more permits are required you will need to send an additional passport photograph and application form for each permit along with the appropriate fee.**\n\n## Irish licence holders taking up residence abroad\n**A learner permit is not valid to drive or exchange in Northern Ireland or any other country outside Ireland.**\n\n- Where an Irish licence holder takes up residence in another EU country or European Economic Area [(EEA)](https:\/\/www.eea.europa.eu\/data-and-maps\/figures\/eea-member-countries-coverage) member state they can drive on their existing Irish driving licence as long as it is current and valid. They can also exchange it at any time in that country and within 10 years of its expiry.\n- Where an Irish licence holder takes up residence in any of the following countries; Australia, Gibraltar, Guernsey, Isle of Man, Japan, Jersey, South Africa, Republic of Korea, Switzerland, \\*New Zealand, \\*Taiwan or the Canadian provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland & Labrador, Ontario and Saskatchewan\". they may exchange their current full driving licence in that country and within one year of expiry.\n\n\\* Note; Motorcycles and cars are the only categories recognised for exchange with New Zealand and Taiwan.\n\nWhere an Irish licence holder exchanges their licence for a New Zealand licence and has held their driving licence for less than 2 years, they will have to do the stage 2 test in New Zealand.\n\nThe various states in Australia generally recognise Irish driving licences in respect of a car or motorcycle entitlement for exchange. Truck and bus licences are not exchangeable.\n\n### Canadian Provinces\nEach Canadian province exchange agreement with Ireland is individual. They may differ in categories and administrative procedures. These agreements have been carefully put together to reach a licence exchange agreement and signed off by the Departments of Transport in the respective jurisdictions.\n\n**Please note that contacts are still ongoing with other Canadian provinces to finalise similar arrangements.**\n\n## Ontario, Canada\nA licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Ontario allows Irish licence holders to exchange their car driving licence for a category G or G1 as appropriate in Ontario. Ontario licence holders can exchange a G or G1 driving licence for the category B (car) Irish driving licence restricted to automatic transmission.\n\n## Manitoba, Canada\nA licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Manitoba allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories A, A1 or A2 for Class 6 F licence. Manitoba licence holders can exchange a Class 6, stage I and F driving licence for the category A1 Irish driving licence (small motorcycle).\n\n## Alberta, Canada\nA licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Alberta allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories AM, A1 for Class 6 and B,W categories for Class 5 licence.\n\n## British Columbia, Canada\nA licence exchange agreement between Ireland and British Columbia allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories AM, A1 for Class 6 or 8 and their B, W for Class 5 or 7 licence as appropriate. One is their novice and the other is the licence they get when finished novice, so we can give them a full licence and the start date indicates whether they fall into novice or not.\n\n| Category to be given on Irish Licence | Class on British Columbia Licence |\n|---|---|\n| B\\*, W | Class 5 |\n| AM, A1 | Class 6 |\n| B\\*, W | Class 7 |\n| AM, A1 | Class 8 |\n\n## Saskatchewan\nA licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Saskatchewan allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories AM, A1 for Class M Non Novice and categories B,W for Class 5 driving licence.\n\n## Newfoundland and Labrador Province of Canada\nHolders of Irish driving licences can exchange their licences in Newfoundland and Labrador for the following categories:\n\n| Category on Irish Licence | Category to be given licence Newfoundland and Labrador |\n|---|---|\n| B, W | Class 5 |\n| B, W | Class 5 Level II |\n| A1, AM | Class 6 |\n| A1, AM | Class 6 level II |\n\n## Are you living abroad to study or working abroad to carry out a task of a definite duration?\n#### Conditions for Applying to Renew or Replace your Driving Licence from Abroad\nWhere a person is living abroad and working on a task of a definite duration or attending a college or university generally, they can be thought of as resident in Ireland provided they have personal ties here. If you consider yourself normally resident in the Republic of Ireland but are currently working or studying abroad you can [apply online](https:\/\/ndls.rsa.ie\/) to renew or replace your driving licence if you will need to have a [Public Service Card (PSC)](https:\/\/psc.gov.ie\/) and a [verified MyGovID](https:\/\/www.mygovid.ie\/en-IE\/HowDoISignUp) to use the online system.\n\nIf you do not have a [PSC](https:\/\/psc.gov.ie\/) and a [verified MyGovID](https:\/\/www.mygovid.ie\/en-IE\/HowDoISignUp) and are unable to attend an National Driver Licence Service centre in person, you will be required to provide the following documentary evidence to the address below.\n\n1. A fully completed and signed [Driving Licence Application Form](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/images\/Documents\/Forms\/171315_NDLS_FULL_LICENCE_AppForm_JAN_2022_WEB_HR.pdf). Please ensure your signature is kept within the signature box.\n2. **Original** good quality **passport sized photograph** on a **white background**. Your signature **signed** onto A4 white page – this should match signature on your application form as it will be scanned onto your licence.\n3. A colour photocopy of photograph and signature page(s) of your current passport.\n4. **Fees:** €65 for a 10-year licence or €35 for a replacement licence, payable only by credit transfer. You will need to provide a valid email address on your application form to allow us to contact you regarding payment.\n5. **Working abroad on a fixed term contract** – We require the original letter from employer detailing the terms of your employment of a definite duration (start date and expected end date is required) on headed paper along with the signature and contact details of employer.\n6. **Studying abroad**: original correspondence from College\/University confirming the title and duration of the course, signed by and contact details of course head.\n7. Evidence of being normally resident in Ireland - correspondence with your Irish address dated within 6 months - utility bill, statement from a financial institution, correspondence from a State Department\/Agency.\n8. Proof of PPSN – copy of PPS card or other document showing PPS number.\n9. Previous driving licence or if unable to enclose same, a police report or police stamp on application form, declaring that your licence has been lost or stolen (police stamp from a foreign country will be accepted).\n10. You can [download a Medical Report Form](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/images\/Documents\/Forms\/171315_NDLS_FULL_LICENCE_AppForm_JAN_2022_WEB_HR.pdf), dated within on emonth of the application, completed and stamped by a medical practitioner whose name is on the General Register of Medical Practitioners in Ireland and submitted within one month of your application. A Medical Report form will be required if:\n    - you wish to renew higher categories on your driving licence, i.e., trucks or buses,\n    - you tick “yes” to any health and fitness questions on the application form\n\n**Completed applications should be posted to: Road Safety Authority, Driver Licensing Section, Primrose Hill, Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland**\n\n**You will not be able to renew or replace your licence from abroad if:**\n\n- You are living and working in any EU country or [recognised state](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/licensed-driver\/exchange-my-foreign-driving-licence.html#recognised-states). You will need to contact the licensing authority in that country to exchange your current Irish driving licence. This licence will be valid for exchange to an Irish licence on your return to Ireland.\n- You are travelling or holidaying abroad. You can apply online if you have a [Public Service Card](https:\/\/psc.gov.ie\/) and a [verified MyGovID](https:\/\/www.mygovid.ie\/en-IE\/HowDoISignUp) or in person at an NDLS centre on your return\n- You have lost your licence while travelling or holidaying abroad. You can apply online if you have a [Public Service Card (PSC)](https:\/\/psc.gov.ie\/) and [verified MyGovID](https:\/\/www.mygovid.ie\/en-IE\/HowDoISignUp) or in person at an NDLS centre on your return\n\nLearner permits are only valid in the country of issue and cannot be renewed while working or studying abroad.\n\nAn Irish driving licence is valid for renewal up to 10 years after expiry and can be renewed within three months in advance of its expiry.\n\n- [My First Time Driving Licence](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/licensed-driver\/my-first-time-driving-licence.html)\n- [Renew My Driving Licence](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/licensed-driver\/renew-my-driving-licence.html)\n- [Update My Personal Details](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/licensed-driver\/update-my-personal-details.html)\n- [Add a Category to My Driving Licence](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/licensed-driver\/add-a-category-to-my-driving-licence.html)\n- [Lost, Stolen or Damaged Driving Licence](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/licensed-driver\/replace-my-lost-stolen-driving-licence.html)\n- [Exchange My Foreign Driving Licence](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/licensed-driver\/exchange-my-foreign-driving-licence.html)\n- [Ukraine Drivers](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/licensed-driver\/ukraine-drivers.html)\n- [Exchange FAQs](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/help\/faq.html#exchange-of-foreign-driving-licences)\n- [Driving Abroad](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/licensed-driver\/driving-abroad.html)\n- [Fees](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/licensed-driver\/fees.html)\n- [Medical Fitness](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/medical-fitness.html)\n\n- [RSA](http:\/\/www.rsa.ie\/)\n- [Theory Test](https:\/\/www.theorytest.ie\/)\n- [Driving Test](http:\/\/www.rsa.ie\/Apply-online)\n- [NCT](https:\/\/www.ncts.ie\/)\n- [Driver CPC](https:\/\/www.rsa.ie\/services\/professional-drivers\/cpc)\n- [News](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/news.html)\n\nCopyright 2026 © NDLS - National Driver Licence Service. All Rights Reserved.\n\n- [Sitemap](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/sitemap.html)\n- [Cookie Policy](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/privacy-policy.html)\n- [Accessibility Statement](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/accessibility-statement.html)\n- Manage Preferences\n\nWe're here to help\\!\n\nYou can now chat with us for quick assistance - just click the \"Need Help?\" icon on the bottom right.\n\nClose \/ Dún\n\nNeed help?","attrs_readable_markdown":"**A learner permit is not valid to drive or exchange in Northern Ireland or any other country outside Ireland.**\n\n- Where an Irish licence holder takes up residence in another EU country or European Economic Area [(EEA)](https:\/\/www.eea.europa.eu\/data-and-maps\/figures\/eea-member-countries-coverage) member state they can drive on their existing Irish driving licence as long as it is current and valid. They can also exchange it at any time in that country and within 10 years of its expiry.\n- Where an Irish licence holder takes up residence in any of the following countries; Australia, Gibraltar, Guernsey, Isle of Man, Japan, Jersey, South Africa, Republic of Korea, Switzerland, \\*New Zealand, \\*Taiwan or the Canadian provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland & Labrador, Ontario and Saskatchewan\". they may exchange their current full driving licence in that country and within one year of expiry.\n\n\\* Note; Motorcycles and cars are the only categories recognised for exchange with New Zealand and Taiwan.\n\nWhere an Irish licence holder exchanges their licence for a New Zealand licence and has held their driving licence for less than 2 years, they will have to do the stage 2 test in New Zealand.\n\nThe various states in Australia generally recognise Irish driving licences in respect of a car or motorcycle entitlement for exchange. Truck and bus licences are not exchangeable.\n\n### Canadian Provinces\nEach Canadian province exchange agreement with Ireland is individual. They may differ in categories and administrative procedures. These agreements have been carefully put together to reach a licence exchange agreement and signed off by the Departments of Transport in the respective jurisdictions.\n\n**Please note that contacts are still ongoing with other Canadian provinces to finalise similar arrangements.**\n\nA licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Ontario allows Irish licence holders to exchange their car driving licence for a category G or G1 as appropriate in Ontario. Ontario licence holders can exchange a G or G1 driving licence for the category B (car) Irish driving licence restricted to automatic transmission.\n\nA licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Manitoba allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories A, A1 or A2 for Class 6 F licence. Manitoba licence holders can exchange a Class 6, stage I and F driving licence for the category A1 Irish driving licence (small motorcycle).\n\nA licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Alberta allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories AM, A1 for Class 6 and B,W categories for Class 5 licence.\n\nA licence exchange agreement between Ireland and British Columbia allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories AM, A1 for Class 6 or 8 and their B, W for Class 5 or 7 licence as appropriate. One is their novice and the other is the licence they get when finished novice, so we can give them a full licence and the start date indicates whether they fall into novice or not.\n\n| Category to be given on Irish Licence | Class on British Columbia Licence |\n|---|---|\n| B\\*, W | Class 5 |\n| AM, A1 | Class 6 |\n| B\\*, W | Class 7 |\n| AM, A1 | Class 8 |\n\nA licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Saskatchewan allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories AM, A1 for Class M Non Novice and categories B,W for Class 5 driving licence.\n\nHolders of Irish driving licences can exchange their licences in Newfoundland and Labrador for the following categories:\n\n| Category on Irish Licence | Category to be given licence Newfoundland and Labrador |\n|---|---|\n| B, W | Class 5 |\n| B, W | Class 5 Level II |\n| A1, AM | Class 6 |\n| A1, AM | Class 6 level II |\n\n#### Conditions for Applying to Renew or Replace your Driving Licence from Abroad\nWhere a person is living abroad and working on a task of a definite duration or attending a college or university generally, they can be thought of as resident in Ireland provided they have personal ties here. If you consider yourself normally resident in the Republic of Ireland but are currently working or studying abroad you can [apply online](https:\/\/ndls.rsa.ie\/) to renew or replace your driving licence if you will need to have a [Public Service Card (PSC)](https:\/\/psc.gov.ie\/) and a [verified MyGovID](https:\/\/www.mygovid.ie\/en-IE\/HowDoISignUp) to use the online system.\n\nIf you do not have a [PSC](https:\/\/psc.gov.ie\/) and a [verified MyGovID](https:\/\/www.mygovid.ie\/en-IE\/HowDoISignUp) and are unable to attend an National Driver Licence Service centre in person, you will be required to provide the following documentary evidence to the address below.\n\n1. A fully completed and signed [Driving Licence Application Form](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/images\/Documents\/Forms\/171315_NDLS_FULL_LICENCE_AppForm_JAN_2022_WEB_HR.pdf). Please ensure your signature is kept within the signature box.\n2. **Original** good quality **passport sized photograph** on a **white background**. Your signature **signed** onto A4 white page – this should match signature on your application form as it will be scanned onto your licence.\n3. A colour photocopy of photograph and signature page(s) of your current passport.\n4. **Fees:** €65 for a 10-year licence or €35 for a replacement licence, payable only by credit transfer. You will need to provide a valid email address on your application form to allow us to contact you regarding payment.\n5. **Working abroad on a fixed term contract** – We require the original letter from employer detailing the terms of your employment of a definite duration (start date and expected end date is required) on headed paper along with the signature and contact details of employer.\n6. **Studying abroad**: original correspondence from College\/University confirming the title and duration of the course, signed by and contact details of course head.\n7. Evidence of being normally resident in Ireland - correspondence with your Irish address dated within 6 months - utility bill, statement from a financial institution, correspondence from a State Department\/Agency.\n8. Proof of PPSN – copy of PPS card or other document showing PPS number.\n9. Previous driving licence or if unable to enclose same, a police report or police stamp on application form, declaring that your licence has been lost or stolen (police stamp from a foreign country will be accepted).\n10. You can [download a Medical Report Form](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/images\/Documents\/Forms\/171315_NDLS_FULL_LICENCE_AppForm_JAN_2022_WEB_HR.pdf), dated within on emonth of the application, completed and stamped by a medical practitioner whose name is on the General Register of Medical Practitioners in Ireland and submitted within one month of your application. A Medical Report form will be required if:\n    - you wish to renew higher categories on your driving licence, i.e., trucks or buses,\n    - you tick “yes” to any health and fitness questions on the application form\n\n**Completed applications should be posted to: Road Safety Authority, Driver Licensing Section, Primrose Hill, Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland**\n\n**You will not be able to renew or replace your licence from abroad if:**\n\n- You are living and working in any EU country or [recognised state](https:\/\/www.ndls.ie\/licensed-driver\/exchange-my-foreign-driving-licence.html#recognised-states). You will need to contact the licensing authority in that country to exchange your current Irish driving licence. This licence will be valid for exchange to an Irish licence on your return to Ireland.\n- You are travelling or holidaying abroad. You can apply online if you have a [Public Service Card](https:\/\/psc.gov.ie\/) and a [verified MyGovID](https:\/\/www.mygovid.ie\/en-IE\/HowDoISignUp) or in person at an NDLS centre on your return\n- You have lost your licence while travelling or holidaying abroad. You can apply online if you have a [Public Service Card (PSC)](https:\/\/psc.gov.ie\/) and [verified MyGovID](https:\/\/www.mygovid.ie\/en-IE\/HowDoISignUp) or in person at an NDLS centre on your return\n\nLearner permits are only valid in the country of issue and cannot be renewed while working or studying abroad.\n\nAn Irish driving licence is valid for renewal up to 10 years after expiry and can be renewed within three months in advance of its expiry.","meta_canonical":null}

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Boilerpipe Text	A learner permit is not valid to drive or exchange in Northern Ireland or any other country outside Ireland. Where an Irish licence holder takes up residence in another EU country or European Economic Area (EEA) member state they can drive on their existing Irish driving licence as long as it is current and valid. They can also exchange it at any time in that country and within 10 years of its expiry. Where an Irish licence holder takes up residence in any of the following countries; Australia, Gibraltar, Guernsey, Isle of Man, Japan, Jersey, South Africa, Republic of Korea, Switzerland, New Zealand, Taiwan or the Canadian provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland & Labrador, Ontario and Saskatchewan". they may exchange their current full driving licence in that country and within one year of expiry. * Note; Motorcycles and cars are the only categories recognised for exchange with New Zealand and Taiwan. Where an Irish licence holder exchanges their licence for a New Zealand licence and has held their driving licence for less than 2 years, they will have to do the stage 2 test in New Zealand. The various states in Australia generally recognise Irish driving licences in respect of a car or motorcycle entitlement for exchange. Truck and bus licences are not exchangeable. Canadian Provinces Each Canadian province exchange agreement with Ireland is individual. They may differ in categories and administrative procedures. These agreements have been carefully put together to reach a licence exchange agreement and signed off by the Departments of Transport in the respective jurisdictions. Please note that contacts are still ongoing with other Canadian provinces to finalise similar arrangements. A licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Ontario allows Irish licence holders to exchange their car driving licence for a category G or G1 as appropriate in Ontario. Ontario licence holders can exchange a G or G1 driving licence for the category B (car) Irish driving licence restricted to automatic transmission. A licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Manitoba allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories A, A1 or A2 for Class 6 F licence. Manitoba licence holders can exchange a Class 6, stage I and F driving licence for the category A1 Irish driving licence (small motorcycle). A licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Alberta allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories AM, A1 for Class 6 and B,W categories for Class 5 licence. A licence exchange agreement between Ireland and British Columbia allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories AM, A1 for Class 6 or 8 and their B, W for Class 5 or 7 licence as appropriate. One is their novice and the other is the licence they get when finished novice, so we can give them a full licence and the start date indicates whether they fall into novice or not. Category to be given on Irish Licence Class on British Columbia Licence B, W Class 5 AM, A1 Class 6 B, W Class 7 AM, A1 Class 8 A licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Saskatchewan allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories AM, A1 for Class M Non Novice and categories B,W for Class 5 driving licence. Holders of Irish driving licences can exchange their licences in Newfoundland and Labrador for the following categories: Category on Irish Licence Category to be given licence Newfoundland and Labrador B, W Class 5 B, W Class 5 Level II A1, AM Class 6 A1, AM Class 6 level II Conditions for Applying to Renew or Replace your Driving Licence from Abroad Where a person is living abroad and working on a task of a definite duration or attending a college or university generally, they can be thought of as resident in Ireland provided they have personal ties here. If you consider yourself normally resident in the Republic of Ireland but are currently working or studying abroad you can apply online to renew or replace your driving licence if you will need to have a Public Service Card (PSC) and a verified MyGovID to use the online system. If you do not have a PSC and a verified MyGovID and are unable to attend an National Driver Licence Service centre in person, you will be required to provide the following documentary evidence to the address below. A fully completed and signed Driving Licence Application Form . Please ensure your signature is kept within the signature box. Original good quality passport sized photograph on a white background . Your signature signed onto A4 white page – this should match signature on your application form as it will be scanned onto your licence. A colour photocopy of photograph and signature page(s) of your current passport. Fees: €65 for a 10-year licence or €35 for a replacement licence, payable only by credit transfer. You will need to provide a valid email address on your application form to allow us to contact you regarding payment. Working abroad on a fixed term contract – We require the original letter from employer detailing the terms of your employment of a definite duration (start date and expected end date is required) on headed paper along with the signature and contact details of employer. Studying abroad : original correspondence from College/University confirming the title and duration of the course, signed by and contact details of course head. Evidence of being normally resident in Ireland - correspondence with your Irish address dated within 6 months - utility bill, statement from a financial institution, correspondence from a State Department/Agency. Proof of PPSN – copy of PPS card or other document showing PPS number. Previous driving licence or if unable to enclose same, a police report or police stamp on application form, declaring that your licence has been lost or stolen (police stamp from a foreign country will be accepted). You can download a Medical Report Form , dated within on emonth of the application, completed and stamped by a medical practitioner whose name is on the General Register of Medical Practitioners in Ireland and submitted within one month of your application. A Medical Report form will be required if: you wish to renew higher categories on your driving licence, i.e., trucks or buses, you tick “yes” to any health and fitness questions on the application form Completed applications should be posted to: Road Safety Authority, Driver Licensing Section, Primrose Hill, Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland You will not be able to renew or replace your licence from abroad if: You are living and working in any EU country or recognised state . You will need to contact the licensing authority in that country to exchange your current Irish driving licence. This licence will be valid for exchange to an Irish licence on your return to Ireland. You are travelling or holidaying abroad. You can apply online if you have a Public Service Card and a verified MyGovID or in person at an NDLS centre on your return You have lost your licence while travelling or holidaying abroad. You can apply online if you have a Public Service Card (PSC) and verified MyGovID or in person at an NDLS centre on your return Learner permits are only valid in the country of issue and cannot be renewed while working or studying abroad. An Irish driving licence is valid for renewal up to 10 years after expiry and can be renewed within three months in advance of its expiry.
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[Apply Online](https://ndls.rsa.ie/) # Driving Abroad ## International Driving Permits #### What is an International Driving Permit? It is a translation of your driving licence which you may require when driving in countries outside the EU/EEA. It is valid for one year from the date of issue. You should always carry your full driving licence when travelling abroad as you may have to present it when hiring a vehicle. The [AA](https://www.theaa.ie/aa/motoring-advice/driving-in-europe/international-driving-permit.aspx) process IDP applications in Ireland. #### Who can apply for an IDP? It is available to all Irish residents with a valid full Irish driving licence and to all EU/EEA licence holders who are resident in Ireland. It cannot be issued to learner permit holders or non-EU/EEA licence holders. There are two types of permits: - 1949 UN Convention IDP. Most common type; recognised in most countries - 1926 UN Convention IDP. Needed for driving in Brazil, Iraq, Nigeria and Somalia ## Where can I use an IDP? You can use it in any of the countries that have signed the 1926 or 1949 UN Convention on road traffic. In addition, many other countries that are not signatories to the 1949 convention recognise the IDP and accept it in their territories. A [list of recognised countries](https://www.theaa.ie/aa/motoring-advice/driving-in-europe/international-driving-permit.aspx) can be seen on IDP application form. You should contact the embassy or consulate in advance of travelling to confirm if it is recognised by them. ## How can I apply for an IDP? You can download an [IDP application form](https://www.theaa.ie/aa/motoring-advice/driving-in-europe/international-driving-permit.aspx) on AA Travel Services website and post with the following documents to AA Travel Services, PO Box 11331, Dublin 2. - Copy of your current valid Irish drivers licence (front and back). - Passport size photograph - signed on back - Copy of a household bill dated in the last three months (if applying with a non-Irish driving licence) - Fee of €15.00 payable by cheque/postal order to The AA, or by credit or debit card, Google Pay or Apple Pay If two or more permits are required you will need to send an additional passport photograph and application form for each permit along with the appropriate fee. ## Irish licence holders taking up residence abroad A learner permit is not valid to drive or exchange in Northern Ireland or any other country outside Ireland. - Where an Irish licence holder takes up residence in another EU country or European Economic Area [(EEA)](https://www.eea.europa.eu/data-and-maps/figures/eea-member-countries-coverage) member state they can drive on their existing Irish driving licence as long as it is current and valid. They can also exchange it at any time in that country and within 10 years of its expiry. - Where an Irish licence holder takes up residence in any of the following countries; Australia, Gibraltar, Guernsey, Isle of Man, Japan, Jersey, South Africa, Republic of Korea, Switzerland, \New Zealand, \Taiwan or the Canadian provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland & Labrador, Ontario and Saskatchewan". they may exchange their current full driving licence in that country and within one year of expiry. \* Note; Motorcycles and cars are the only categories recognised for exchange with New Zealand and Taiwan. Where an Irish licence holder exchanges their licence for a New Zealand licence and has held their driving licence for less than 2 years, they will have to do the stage 2 test in New Zealand. The various states in Australia generally recognise Irish driving licences in respect of a car or motorcycle entitlement for exchange. Truck and bus licences are not exchangeable. ### Canadian Provinces Each Canadian province exchange agreement with Ireland is individual. They may differ in categories and administrative procedures. These agreements have been carefully put together to reach a licence exchange agreement and signed off by the Departments of Transport in the respective jurisdictions. Please note that contacts are still ongoing with other Canadian provinces to finalise similar arrangements. ## Ontario, Canada A licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Ontario allows Irish licence holders to exchange their car driving licence for a category G or G1 as appropriate in Ontario. Ontario licence holders can exchange a G or G1 driving licence for the category B (car) Irish driving licence restricted to automatic transmission. ## Manitoba, Canada A licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Manitoba allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories A, A1 or A2 for Class 6 F licence. Manitoba licence holders can exchange a Class 6, stage I and F driving licence for the category A1 Irish driving licence (small motorcycle). ## Alberta, Canada A licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Alberta allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories AM, A1 for Class 6 and B,W categories for Class 5 licence. ## British Columbia, Canada A licence exchange agreement between Ireland and British Columbia allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories AM, A1 for Class 6 or 8 and their B, W for Class 5 or 7 licence as appropriate. One is their novice and the other is the licence they get when finished novice, so we can give them a full licence and the start date indicates whether they fall into novice or not. \| Category to be given on Irish Licence \| Class on British Columbia Licence \| \|---\|---\| \| B\, W \| Class 5 \| \| AM, A1 \| Class 6 \| \| B\, W \| Class 7 \| \| AM, A1 \| Class 8 \| ## Saskatchewan A licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Saskatchewan allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories AM, A1 for Class M Non Novice and categories B,W for Class 5 driving licence. ## Newfoundland and Labrador Province of Canada Holders of Irish driving licences can exchange their licences in Newfoundland and Labrador for the following categories: \| Category on Irish Licence \| Category to be given licence Newfoundland and Labrador \| \|---\|---\| \| B, W \| Class 5 \| \| B, W \| Class 5 Level II \| \| A1, AM \| Class 6 \| \| A1, AM \| Class 6 level II \| ## Are you living abroad to study or working abroad to carry out a task of a definite duration? #### Conditions for Applying to Renew or Replace your Driving Licence from Abroad Where a person is living abroad and working on a task of a definite duration or attending a college or university generally, they can be thought of as resident in Ireland provided they have personal ties here. If you consider yourself normally resident in the Republic of Ireland but are currently working or studying abroad you can [apply online](https://ndls.rsa.ie/) to renew or replace your driving licence if you will need to have a [Public Service Card (PSC)](https://psc.gov.ie/) and a [verified MyGovID](https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/HowDoISignUp) to use the online system. If you do not have a [PSC](https://psc.gov.ie/) and a [verified MyGovID](https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/HowDoISignUp) and are unable to attend an National Driver Licence Service centre in person, you will be required to provide the following documentary evidence to the address below. 1. A fully completed and signed [Driving Licence Application Form](https://www.ndls.ie/images/Documents/Forms/171315_NDLS_FULL_LICENCE_AppForm_JAN_2022_WEB_HR.pdf). Please ensure your signature is kept within the signature box. 2. Original good quality passport sized photograph on a white background. Your signature signed onto A4 white page – this should match signature on your application form as it will be scanned onto your licence. 3. A colour photocopy of photograph and signature page(s) of your current passport. 4. Fees: €65 for a 10-year licence or €35 for a replacement licence, payable only by credit transfer. You will need to provide a valid email address on your application form to allow us to contact you regarding payment. 5. Working abroad on a fixed term contract – We require the original letter from employer detailing the terms of your employment of a definite duration (start date and expected end date is required) on headed paper along with the signature and contact details of employer. 6. Studying abroad: original correspondence from College/University confirming the title and duration of the course, signed by and contact details of course head. 7. Evidence of being normally resident in Ireland - correspondence with your Irish address dated within 6 months - utility bill, statement from a financial institution, correspondence from a State Department/Agency. 8. Proof of PPSN – copy of PPS card or other document showing PPS number. 9. Previous driving licence or if unable to enclose same, a police report or police stamp on application form, declaring that your licence has been lost or stolen (police stamp from a foreign country will be accepted). 10. You can [download a Medical Report Form](https://www.ndls.ie/images/Documents/Forms/171315_NDLS_FULL_LICENCE_AppForm_JAN_2022_WEB_HR.pdf), dated within on emonth of the application, completed and stamped by a medical practitioner whose name is on the General Register of Medical Practitioners in Ireland and submitted within one month of your application. A Medical Report form will be required if: - you wish to renew higher categories on your driving licence, i.e., trucks or buses, - you tick “yes” to any health and fitness questions on the application form Completed applications should be posted to: Road Safety Authority, Driver Licensing Section, Primrose Hill, Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland You will not be able to renew or replace your licence from abroad if: - You are living and working in any EU country or [recognised state](https://www.ndls.ie/licensed-driver/exchange-my-foreign-driving-licence.html#recognised-states). You will need to contact the licensing authority in that country to exchange your current Irish driving licence. This licence will be valid for exchange to an Irish licence on your return to Ireland. - You are travelling or holidaying abroad. You can apply online if you have a [Public Service Card](https://psc.gov.ie/) and a [verified MyGovID](https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/HowDoISignUp) or in person at an NDLS centre on your return - You have lost your licence while travelling or holidaying abroad. You can apply online if you have a [Public Service Card (PSC)](https://psc.gov.ie/) and [verified MyGovID](https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/HowDoISignUp) or in person at an NDLS centre on your return Learner permits are only valid in the country of issue and cannot be renewed while working or studying abroad. 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Readable Markdown	A learner permit is not valid to drive or exchange in Northern Ireland or any other country outside Ireland. - Where an Irish licence holder takes up residence in another EU country or European Economic Area [(EEA)](https://www.eea.europa.eu/data-and-maps/figures/eea-member-countries-coverage) member state they can drive on their existing Irish driving licence as long as it is current and valid. They can also exchange it at any time in that country and within 10 years of its expiry. - Where an Irish licence holder takes up residence in any of the following countries; Australia, Gibraltar, Guernsey, Isle of Man, Japan, Jersey, South Africa, Republic of Korea, Switzerland, \New Zealand, \Taiwan or the Canadian provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Newfoundland & Labrador, Ontario and Saskatchewan". they may exchange their current full driving licence in that country and within one year of expiry. \* Note; Motorcycles and cars are the only categories recognised for exchange with New Zealand and Taiwan. Where an Irish licence holder exchanges their licence for a New Zealand licence and has held their driving licence for less than 2 years, they will have to do the stage 2 test in New Zealand. The various states in Australia generally recognise Irish driving licences in respect of a car or motorcycle entitlement for exchange. Truck and bus licences are not exchangeable. ### Canadian Provinces Each Canadian province exchange agreement with Ireland is individual. They may differ in categories and administrative procedures. These agreements have been carefully put together to reach a licence exchange agreement and signed off by the Departments of Transport in the respective jurisdictions. Please note that contacts are still ongoing with other Canadian provinces to finalise similar arrangements. A licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Ontario allows Irish licence holders to exchange their car driving licence for a category G or G1 as appropriate in Ontario. Ontario licence holders can exchange a G or G1 driving licence for the category B (car) Irish driving licence restricted to automatic transmission. A licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Manitoba allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories A, A1 or A2 for Class 6 F licence. Manitoba licence holders can exchange a Class 6, stage I and F driving licence for the category A1 Irish driving licence (small motorcycle). A licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Alberta allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories AM, A1 for Class 6 and B,W categories for Class 5 licence. A licence exchange agreement between Ireland and British Columbia allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories AM, A1 for Class 6 or 8 and their B, W for Class 5 or 7 licence as appropriate. One is their novice and the other is the licence they get when finished novice, so we can give them a full licence and the start date indicates whether they fall into novice or not. \| Category to be given on Irish Licence \| Class on British Columbia Licence \| \|---\|---\| \| B\, W \| Class 5 \| \| AM, A1 \| Class 6 \| \| B\, W \| Class 7 \| \| AM, A1 \| Class 8 \| A licence exchange agreement between Ireland and Saskatchewan allows Irish licence holders to exchange their motorcycle categories AM, A1 for Class M Non Novice and categories B,W for Class 5 driving licence. Holders of Irish driving licences can exchange their licences in Newfoundland and Labrador for the following categories: \| Category on Irish Licence \| Category to be given licence Newfoundland and Labrador \| \|---\|---\| \| B, W \| Class 5 \| \| B, W \| Class 5 Level II \| \| A1, AM \| Class 6 \| \| A1, AM \| Class 6 level II \| #### Conditions for Applying to Renew or Replace your Driving Licence from Abroad Where a person is living abroad and working on a task of a definite duration or attending a college or university generally, they can be thought of as resident in Ireland provided they have personal ties here. If you consider yourself normally resident in the Republic of Ireland but are currently working or studying abroad you can [apply online](https://ndls.rsa.ie/) to renew or replace your driving licence if you will need to have a [Public Service Card (PSC)](https://psc.gov.ie/) and a [verified MyGovID](https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/HowDoISignUp) to use the online system. If you do not have a [PSC](https://psc.gov.ie/) and a [verified MyGovID](https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/HowDoISignUp) and are unable to attend an National Driver Licence Service centre in person, you will be required to provide the following documentary evidence to the address below. 1. A fully completed and signed [Driving Licence Application Form](https://www.ndls.ie/images/Documents/Forms/171315_NDLS_FULL_LICENCE_AppForm_JAN_2022_WEB_HR.pdf). Please ensure your signature is kept within the signature box. 2. Original good quality passport sized photograph on a white background. Your signature signed onto A4 white page – this should match signature on your application form as it will be scanned onto your licence. 3. A colour photocopy of photograph and signature page(s) of your current passport. 4. Fees: €65 for a 10-year licence or €35 for a replacement licence, payable only by credit transfer. You will need to provide a valid email address on your application form to allow us to contact you regarding payment. 5. Working abroad on a fixed term contract – We require the original letter from employer detailing the terms of your employment of a definite duration (start date and expected end date is required) on headed paper along with the signature and contact details of employer. 6. Studying abroad: original correspondence from College/University confirming the title and duration of the course, signed by and contact details of course head. 7. Evidence of being normally resident in Ireland - correspondence with your Irish address dated within 6 months - utility bill, statement from a financial institution, correspondence from a State Department/Agency. 8. Proof of PPSN – copy of PPS card or other document showing PPS number. 9. Previous driving licence or if unable to enclose same, a police report or police stamp on application form, declaring that your licence has been lost or stolen (police stamp from a foreign country will be accepted). 10. You can [download a Medical Report Form](https://www.ndls.ie/images/Documents/Forms/171315_NDLS_FULL_LICENCE_AppForm_JAN_2022_WEB_HR.pdf), dated within on emonth of the application, completed and stamped by a medical practitioner whose name is on the General Register of Medical Practitioners in Ireland and submitted within one month of your application. A Medical Report form will be required if: - you wish to renew higher categories on your driving licence, i.e., trucks or buses, - you tick “yes” to any health and fitness questions on the application form Completed applications should be posted to: Road Safety Authority, Driver Licensing Section, Primrose Hill, Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland You will not be able to renew or replace your licence from abroad if: - You are living and working in any EU country or [recognised state](https://www.ndls.ie/licensed-driver/exchange-my-foreign-driving-licence.html#recognised-states). You will need to contact the licensing authority in that country to exchange your current Irish driving licence. This licence will be valid for exchange to an Irish licence on your return to Ireland. - You are travelling or holidaying abroad. You can apply online if you have a [Public Service Card](https://psc.gov.ie/) and a [verified MyGovID](https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/HowDoISignUp) or in person at an NDLS centre on your return - You have lost your licence while travelling or holidaying abroad. You can apply online if you have a [Public Service Card (PSC)](https://psc.gov.ie/) and [verified MyGovID](https://www.mygovid.ie/en-IE/HowDoISignUp) or in person at an NDLS centre on your return Learner permits are only valid in the country of issue and cannot be renewed while working or studying abroad. An Irish driving licence is valid for renewal up to 10 years after expiry and can be renewed within three months in advance of its expiry.
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