How do I add a category to my Irish driving licence?

You can add a category of a motor vehicle to your driving licence either online or in person. Your current driving licence must be in date.

You may need to complete a test for the new licence category you want to add, such as a truck or bus category. Certain categories may be added automatically to your licence without another test. For example, you can automatically drive a tractor if you have a car licence.

The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has responsibility for driver licensing. The National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) manages licence applications and renewals.

To apply online to add a category to your driving licence, you need:

• A Public Services Card* and a verified MyGovID
• Proof of your address dated within the last 6 months if your current address is different to the one you provided for your Public Services Card
• A passed driving test in the category you are applying for dated within the last 2 years
• Proof that you are normally resident in Ireland if you are not an EU or EEA citizen
• A medical report form, dated within one month if required
• The application fee of €35. You can pay by credit or debit card
• Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) for professional drivers

You can apply in person by booking an appointment at one of 34 NDLS centres nationwide. There is no walk-in service available.

You need the following:

• Your current or most recent licence. If your licence has been lost, stolen or damaged, you must also bring a completed Garda Declaration form and valid photo ID with you
• A passed driving test in the category you are applying for dated within the last 2 years
• Proof of your Public Service number* (PPSN)
• Proof of your address dated within the last 6 months if your current address is different to the one you provided for your Public Services Card
• Proof that you are normally resident in Ireland if you are not an EU or EEA citizen
• A medical report form, dated within one month if required
• Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) for professional drivers
• Completed IBT training, if required
• The application fee of €35.

* If your PSC photo is over 10 years old, you must renew it on MyWelfare first using a verified MyGovID.

More information is available from the National Driver Licence Service website. You can download and read the rules of the road (pdf) from the Road Safety Authority website.

You can find information on:

• Learning to drive
• Renewing your driving licence
• Updating your personal details on your driving licence or learner permit
• Replacing a lost, stolen, or damaged driving licence or learner permit
• Foreign driving licences in Ireland