Do you have to change your driver's license if the picture is no longer similar?
Verified 10 June 2025 - Directorate for Legal and Administrative Information (Prime Minister)
No, it's not necessary.
Your driver's license remains valid even if the photo is no longer resembling.
However, if the photo is damaged, you can apply for a new license.
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