How does a driver's license renewal work after the age of 70?

Driving is not just a way to get around - it means freedom, independence and contact with the surroundings. It is possible even after the age of 70, but the law provides for additional health checks to ensure the safety of all road users - including you.

Abilities such as vision, concentration, and general health can change with age, so after the age of 70, it is mandatory to undergo a medical examination to renew your driver's license.

What do you need for a medical examination?

To ensure the inspection goes smoothly, please prepare:

• health record (order it from your personal doctor)

• personal document (ID card or passport)

• driver's license

• glasses or contact lenses , if you wear them or they are prescribed for you

How is the inspection carried out?

The examination usually includes:

• examination by a specialist in occupational, traffic and sports medicine

• review of medical records

• vision testing

• An ECG , laboratory tests , and a check-up with a psychologist are performed.

For how long can a driving license be extended?

A category B driving license is issued after reaching the age of 70 with a validity of 5 years. The validity of the driving license may also be shorter and limited to the period specified in the medical certificate of the beneficiary's physical and mental capacity to drive a motor vehicle, issued by a healthcare provider.

What are the possible driving restrictions?

The doctor may decide to impose certain driving restrictions on the driver based on the examination. The most common are the following:

• ban on driving on the highway

• daytime driving permit only

• driving within a certain distance from home