From August 1, Moldovan citizens residing in the United Kingdom will be able to exchange their Moldovan driver's license for a British one without taking theoretical and practical exams
According to the Moldovan Ministry of Foreign Affairs, to take advantage of this simplified procedure, an application for a driver's license replacement must be submitted to the UK Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) within five years of obtaining UK resident status. This rule applies uniformly to all countries specified by the British authorities in accordance with the provisions of the relevant legislation. The simplified procedure for replacing driving licenses for Moldovan citizens became possible after the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with the UK government. The UK has thus included Moldova in the list of countries whose national driving licenses are recognized as valid, which includes EU countries and 22 non-EU countries. Also, under the agreement, Moldova will recognize UK driving licenses, including those obtained by Moldovan citizens while living in the UK. The signing of this memorandum is a concrete step in support of our citizens and reflects the UK's recognition of the contribution made by Moldovan citizens to British society. // 24.07.2025 — InfoMarket.
