New Eye Test rules for DL renewal - over 70's from July 2025

OK, Got the point. Will take this post down soon, so as not to spread disinformation but I would very much like to thank those who have helped me.

As Jaxjacky has said the information on YouTube is not correct. So much false information on there. Look at the DVLA website for the correct information.

I also couldn't renew online as my passport has expired and I haven't got a new one. So had to send photo in with form but nobody had to sign it and I just had to tick a box to say I'd had my eyes tested.

New licence arrived within a week

The DVLA site DOES NOT request proof of an eyesight test, you just sign to say you’re eyes are ok and renewal is free.

I spent hours as well Boz even getting my son to help me. I had to have a new photo done as I was not sure they would accept the one I used before. Check about the signing though. I think the small print says it doesn’t have to be signed.

Greenfinch

That’s interesting Boz. I could not apply online as it came up that they were not able to identify me from my passport details!! I also had to send the photo by post but did not have to sign it. I am now waiting to hear from them.

I spent several fruitless hours trying to renew online - nearly losing the will to live let alone drive.
Today I will get a photo done and have booked any eyetest on Thursday even though I had one 16 mths ago which should be valid. Heres hoping all will be ok.

That’s interesting Boz. I could not apply online as it came up that they were not able to identify me from my passport details!! I also had to send the photo by post but did not have to sign it. I am now waiting to hear from them.

You could be right and I will be careful but have had great difficulty renewing online as there is no facility to download a photo - I have to send a signed actual photo like a passport. They now want eye test details and ask for your NI number to probably check your general health.
I cannot really mind and will comply as it is for safety reasons.

This YouTube is run by Camel Finance not the government, I’ve seen nothing yet stating changes to over 70’s driving licensing is now law.
There are proposals, that’s it. Please be careful which sites you read and don’t ever send money.