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    Q415: I have lost my driving licence what should I do?

    You will need to apply for a new licence. If you had a paper licence you will need to apply for a photocard licence. You can apply for a new licence online via the link below:

    https://www.gov.uk/apply-online-to-replace-a-driving-licence

    You can also contact DVLA using the information below:

    Telephone: 0300 790 6801
    Textphone: 18001 0300 123 1278
    Fax from outside the UK: +44 (0)1792 786 369
    Monday to Friday, 8am to 7pm
    Saturday, 8am to 2pm
    Fax: 0300 123 0784

    Or alternatively write to:

    Drivers Customer Services
    Correspondence Team
    DVLA
    Swansea
    SA6 7JL

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