Renew or replace your driver licence
You can renew your licence or apply to replace a lost licence at your local AA Driver Licensing outlet.
You need to renew your photo driver licence every ten years, on or before the expiry date. NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi will send you a renewal notice before it expires. Please check and update your current address with them. The back of the licence also shows the issue and expiry date of all classes and endorsements you may hold.
Renewals cannot be done online or by phone. You will need to go to your nearest AA Driver Licensing outlet to renew your licence in person. It will take approximately 15 minutes. You'll need to:
- Bring evidence of identity such as your current driver licence or current New Zealand passport.
- Pass an eyesight screening check.
- Have your photo and signature taken.
- Provide a medical certificate (if required).
- Pay the applicable licence renewal fee.
- Fill out the application form from NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi.
Learner and restricted licences can be renewed through the same process.
Go to your nearest AA Driver Licensing outlet to replace your driver licence. You'll need to:
- Bring evidence of identity such as your current New Zealand passport
- Pay the applicable replacement fee
Have questions?
For any questions about driver licensing rules or restrictions, please call the NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi Driver Licensing helpline on 0800 822 422.