Renew Your Driver's License in Austria: Steps & Requirements

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Description

What is it?

Driver’s license renewal is a legal requirement in Austria carried out after a specified period. The process involves providing necessary documentation and sometimes, passing certain tests to ensure you still meet the driving requirements of the state.

Who needs it?

Every licensed driver who has a license that is due or nearing expiration.

Procedure

  1. If your photo on the license no longer meets the standard, you will need to provide a new suitable color photo, not older than six months.
  2. Visit your local road traffic authority and bring along your current driver’s license.
  3. Fill out a necessary form offered by the traffic authority.
  4. Pay the required renewal fee. This varies depending on the state and place of issue.

Required Documents

  • Current Driver’s License
  • Recent Passport-sized photo (If necessary)

ID photos can be obtained from local photo studios or photographers.

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Additional details

Please be aware that not having a current and valid driver’s license can hold a hefty fine in many areas and can also disqualify you from obtaining car insurance, or lead to your policy getting canceled. Ensure to check your driver’s license expiry date and maintain an updated record.

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