To apply for either a new or replacement learner permit or driver licence, you will need to visit one of the new National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) centres nationwide.

Security and safety is at the heart of the new National Driver Licence Service. Since the move from paper to plastic card, learner permits and licences are
more secure, long-lasting and convenient. Now we're adding another layer of security to make sure that the only person who uses your licence is you. This will help to keep unlicenced, illegal drivers off our roads.

The National Driver Licence Service has:

• At least one centre in every county in Ireland – and you can apply for your licence in any one of the centres nationwide.
• More flexible and convenient opening times, including lunchtime opening and weekend opening hours to facilitate customers who may not be able to apply for their licence during normal working hours.
• A security validation process for new customers which in most cases you will only need to do once, to make your learner permit or driving licence more secure and less susceptible to fraud.