Find the Right DVLA Form and Know Exactly What to Do

The wrong form, an outdated version, or a missing document can delay your application by weeks. Every guide covers what the form is, how to complete it correctly, where to send it, and what happens next.

V888 updated Sep 2026 D4 updated Aug 2026 Postal: up to 10 working days 50+ forms covered

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I need a vehicle form I need a driving licence form I’m not sure which form I need

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Most searched

DVLA Forms People Search for Most

Each card links to a full guide covering how to complete it, what to include, the correct address, and current processing times.

V888 Ver. 9/26 · Free

Request Vehicle Keeper Information

Ask DVLA for the registered keeper’s details. Used after accidents, parking disputes, or for legal reasons. Fee: £2.50.

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V890 Ver. 4/24 · Free

SORN Statutory Off Road Notification

Declare a vehicle off the road by post. Most registered keepers can SORN online in minutes without this form.

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D1 Post Office only

Apply for a Driving Licence

Standard application for a car or motorbike licence. Cannot be downloaded. Must be collected from a Post Office.

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D4 Ver. 8/26 · Free

Medical Examination Report

Required for HGV and bus licences, and for renewals at 70. Must be completed and signed by a doctor.

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V62 Ver. 5/23 · £25 fee

Apply for a Replacement Logbook

Submit a V62 if your V5C is lost, stolen, or never arrived. The V62 is the application form.

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V5C Ver. 11/23 · Free

Vehicle Registration Certificate

What the logbook is, what each section means, when you need it, and what to do if details are wrong.

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How it works

From Confused to Sorted in Four Steps

Every guide is built around what you actually need to do, not just what the form is called.

Find your form

Search by form code or situation. Lost logbook, just bought a car, HGV licence. Either route gets you to the right page fast.

Read the guide

Plain English, field by field. What the form is for, who can use it, and what not to get wrong when filling it in.

Get the form

Direct link to the current version on GOV.UK, or clear instructions for forms that must be collected from a Post Office.

Send it correctly

The exact postal address, the fee required, supporting documents needed, and how long DVLA will take to respond.

Common confusion

Not Sure Which Form You Need?

DVLA form codes give very little away. These are the four situations that cause the most confusion.

  • Lost or damaged logbook

    You need the V62, not the V5C. The V5C is what DVLA sends you. The V62 is the application you submit to request it. Many people search “V5C download” when they actually need a V62.

  • Declaring a vehicle off the road

    Most registered keepers can SORN online in minutes. The paper V890 is only needed in specific cases, mainly when you are not yet registered as the keeper.

  • Applying for a driving licence

    The D1 cannot be downloaded as a PDF. DVLA issues it only as a physical pack from a Post Office that offers DVLA services, not by post and not online.

  • HGV or bus licence medical

    You need both the D2 application and a completed D4 medical report signed by a doctor. Submitting one without the other stalls the application.

Neil Bradshaw

Licensing Documentation Consultant

50+Forms covered
MonthlyGOV.UK checks
Oct 2026Last reviewed

I created this site after years of helping people sort out avoidable problems: wrong forms submitted, outdated versions sent in, applications delayed over small but fixable mistakes.

Every guide is written by me, verified against current GOV.UK guidance, and updated within 48 hours of any DVLA change.

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All guides verified against current GOV.UK guidance and updated when forms or processes change.

Form version dates checked monthly and updated within 48 hours of any DVLA change.

Written and maintained by a named specialist with a verifiable background in DVLA documentation.

Recently updated

Forms and Processes Change. These Pages Did Recently.

DVLA revises forms, fees, and processes throughout the year. These pages reflect the most recent changes.

October 2026

V888 Form: Complete Guide

Updated for the September 2026 edition (9/26). Covers reasonable cause requirements, fees for both options, and current processing times.

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October 2026

D1 Form: Why You Cannot Download It

Explains why D1 is not available online, how to find a Post Office that stocks it, and what to do if applying from outside the UK.

October 2026

DVLA Processing Times 2026

Updated following recent delays. Postal applications now up to 10 working days. Online services unaffected. Covers all form types.

September 2026

Which DVLA Form Do I Need?

Expanded to cover 14 commonly confused forms, including the D4 vs D2 distinction and when V890 is not needed.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About DVLA Forms

Common questions answered with specific figures, not vague generalisations.

The V5C (vehicle registration certificate) and V62 (replacement logbook application) are among the most requested vehicle forms. For driving licences, the D1 is the most common starting point. It cannot be downloaded online and must be collected from a Post Office that offers DVLA services.
Most vehicle forms including the V888, V890, and V62 are available as PDF downloads from GOV.UK. The D1 and D2 driving licence forms are different. They are only available as physical packs from a Post Office branch that offers DVLA services.
The forms themselves are free. Some applications carry a fee. The V888 costs £2.50 or £5.00 per vehicle depending on the option used. A V62 replacement logbook costs £25. A replacement driving licence costs £34.
As of October 2026, DVLA targets 10 working days for postal applications. Online vehicle tax processes within 24 hours. The V888 takes around 10 working days. Replacement driving licences take approximately one week online or up to three weeks by post.
DVLA returns it with an explanation, which adds significant time. Where a fee was included you need to resubmit with the correct form and reissue payment. Check the form code and edition date shown in small print at the foot of every official form before posting.
DVLA forms carry an edition date at the foot of the form, formatted as month/year. For example, 9/26 means September 2026. Sending an outdated version causes DVLA to return your application. Every guide on this site shows the current edition date.
The address depends on the form. Most vehicle forms go to DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1DD. The V888 uses SA99 1AJ. Personalised registrations use SA99 1DS. Vehicle tax uses SA99 1AB. Using the wrong SA99 suffix is one of the most common reasons applications are delayed.
No. This is an independent informational resource. It is not affiliated with DVLA, the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency, or GOV.UK. The official DVLA website is gov.uk/dvla. All guides are written against current GOV.UK guidance and include direct links to official form pages.

Official services

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These are handled directly by DVLA online. No form required.

Tax Your Vehicle Renew road tax online. Instant, available 24/7. GOV.UK › Declare SORN Online Take a vehicle off the road. Faster than the V890 form. GOV.UK › View Your Driving Licence See your entitlements and create a share code. GOV.UK › Contact DVLA Official phone numbers and addresses by department. GOV.UK ›