Publication date: 21.05.2024
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A driver's license is a document that confirms the right to drive a car or other vehicle on the roads. This document contains the owner's personal details, including his photo, information about the categories of vehicles he is authorized to drive, as well as additional restrictions and conditions. A driver's license is issued after successfully passing the relevant theoretical and practical tests, and usually requires regular renewal or extension of validity through periodic medical examinations and other procedures.
Restoring a driver's license in Ukraine if it is lost or stolen involves several steps and requires certain documents. Here are detailed instructions on how to do it.
Steps to renew your driver's license
1. Notification of loss or theft:
If you have lost your license or it has been stolen, you must contact the nearest police station and report it. It is important to get a certificate of registration of the fact of loss or theft of documents.
2. Collection of necessary documents:
- Passport of a citizen of Ukraine or other identity document.
- Identification code (tax certificate).
- Certificate from the police about the loss or theft of a driver's license (if available).
- Medical certificate (form 083/o) on fitness to drive vehicles.
3. Appeal to the service center of the Ministry of Internal Affairs:
Choose the nearest service center of the Ministry of Internal Affairs o submit an application for the restoration of a driver's license.
4. Submission of application and documents:
- Fill out the application for issuing a new driver's license.
- Submit the collected documents to the service center of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
5. Payment of the administrative fee:
- Pay the administrative fee for issuing a new driver's license. The amount of the fee may vary, so it is better to find out the exact amount at the service center or on the official website of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
6. Obtaining a new driver's license:
After submitting the documents and paying the fee, your new driver's license will be produced. This usually takes a few days to two weeks.
Additional tips
Online registration: Some service centers of the Ministry of Internal Affairs provide an opportunity to register for an appointment online, which can save you time.
Document verification: Before contacting the service center, make sure that all documents are in order and that the medical certificate is valid.
Links to resources
Official website of the Main Service Center of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine: hsc.gov.ua
Information line: For additional information, you can contact the hotline of the service center of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
These steps will help you quickly and easily restore your driver's license in Ukraine if it is lost or stolen. Please note that this is a general procedure and there may be additional requirements or steps depending on the specific circumstances. If you have any questions or need additional information, it is recommended that you consult a professional lawyer.
