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Exchange of driving licences issued in Taiwan, the United Arab Emirates, Ukraine and the Republic of North Macedonia

This consultation seeks your views on allowing drivers who hold a licence to drive cars and light motorcycles issued originally in Taiwan, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Ukraine and the Republic of North Macedonia, to exchange it for a British equivalent, if the driver becomes resident in Great Britain.

Last fetched 03 May 2026 · gov.uk

Detail

This change will apply in England, Scotland and Wales only. Driver licensing is a devolved matter in Northern Ireland. The Northern Ireland Assembly will consider amendments to the law in Northern Ireland.

Documents

Public consultation: Exchange of driving licences issued in the Republic of North Macedonia, Taiwan, Ukraine and the United Arab Emiratesapplication/pdf Exchange of driving licences issued in Republic of North Macedonia, Taiwan, Ukraine and United Arab Emirates (UAE)application/pdf