Apply to downgrade a driver licence

Introduction

You may want to downgrade your licence due to:

• having been instructed to do so due to age or a medical condition
• not having passed the driving test for the higher class
• no longer needing a licence above class C.

You can downgrade your licence at a Service NSW Centre.

What you need

• your current licence, or if this is not available, your proof of identity
• your concession card details (if applicable)
• evidence of why you need to downgrade, if involuntary, such as your:
  • medical report, or
  • driving test score sheet
• your contact lenses or glasses (if you wear them)
• the PDF form – 'Licence Application'.

How to apply

1. Select the 'Download PDF form' button.
2. Complete the form.
3. Make sure you have all your documentation and any additional items (if applicable).
4. Visit a service centre and submit your application.

More information

• When you apply for or renew a licence card or Photo Card at a service centre, it will be posted to you at no extra cost. Cards usually arrive within 10 working days.
• If you haven’t received your card through the mail within 10 working days, please call us on 13 77 88.
• Renewal notices are posted generally within 6 weeks before the card's expiry date.
• For driver licence renewals or applications a receipt is provided which allows people to drive until the card arrives in the mail. The receipt is valid for 30 days.

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