From August 1, 2025, you can exchange Moldovan driving licenses for British ones! But not everyone.
From August 1, 2025, citizens of the Republic of Moldova residing in the UK will be able to exchange their Moldovan driving licenses for British ones without needing to pass a theory or practical test. This is possible thanks to a Memorandum of Understanding between the UK and the Republic of Moldova.
Who Can Exchange Moldovan Licenses?
To exchange your Moldovan driving license for a British one, you must meet several conditions:
- UK Resident Status: You must be a UK resident, meaning you reside in the country legally.
- Application Period: You can apply for the exchange within 5 years of gaining resident status. If you’ve been living in the UK for more than 5 years, you’ll need to pass both the theoretical and practical driving tests to obtain a British license.
- Validity of Moldovan License: Your Moldovan driving license must be valid at the time of application. If it has expired, you’ll need to renew it before applying for the exchange.
- License Type: If your Moldovan license permits you to drive a manual transmission vehicle, your British license will be of the corresponding type. If your Moldovan license only allows you to drive automatic transmission vehicles, your British license will be limited to that transmission type.
- No Intermediate Exchanges: You cannot exchange a Moldovan license for a license from another country that is not on the list of countries with which the UK has a mutual exchange agreement.
What Type of License Will I Receive?
Upon exchanging your Moldovan driving license for a British one, you’ll receive a British driving license that matches the type of license specified on your Moldovan license.
- Transmission Type: If your Moldovan license allows you to drive a manual transmission vehicle, your British license will be of the corresponding type. If your Moldovan license only allows you to drive automatic transmission vehicles, your British license will be limited to that transmission type.
- Vehicle Categories: Your British license will include the same vehicle categories listed on your Moldovan license, provided they meet British requirements.
How to Apply for Moldovan License Exchange?
- Check if you meet the requirements for license exchange.
- Gather your documents.
- Submit your application to the DVLA.
- Await the decision and your new British license.
If you have questions or encounter difficulties during the exchange process, we can help you navigate all steps of the exchange without errors or delays.
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