To renew your driver's license online (specifically in the Netherlands), follow these steps:
- Check eligibility :
- You must have a Dutch driving license that is not reported lost or stolen.
- You must be registered in a municipality that allows online renewal.
- You need to have the DigiD app with ID-check enabled or a Dutch identity card with PIN and DigiD app.
- Your current license must be in your possession
- Get a new passport photo :
- Have a passport photo taken at a recognized photographer or photo booth.
- Bring your current driving license number to the photo booth if requested.
- The photographer will send your photo and signature digitally and securely to the RDW (Netherlands Vehicle Authority)
- Receive notification from RDW :
- After the photographer sends your photo and signature, you will receive an email or SMS from RDW with instructions on how to renew online
- Apply online :
- Go to the RDW website and log in with your DigiD app (with ID-check).
- Use the "Renew driving licence" button (available in Dutch).
- Fill in the required details and pay the renewal fee (€52.10) via iDEAL
- Wait for confirmation :
- You will receive an email within 2 working days confirming that your new driving license is ready
- Collect your new license :
- Make an appointment to pick up your new license at your municipality's city office.
- Bring your current driving license to hand in when collecting the new one.
- You must collect your license within 3 months, or you will need to apply again
Additional notes:
- Some categories or age groups may require a health certificate from CBR.
- If your license was issued before October 1, 2006, you may need to renew in person at the municipality
This process applies to the Netherlands. For other countries, procedures differ (e.g., UK, Ireland, California) and involve their respective government portals and requirements
. In summary, renewing your driver's license online in the Netherlands involves getting a new passport photo from a recognized photographer, receiving a notification from RDW, applying online with DigiD, paying the fee, and then collecting your new license in person at the municipality within 3 months
