Does my full driving licence arrive automatically after I pass in Northern Ireland?

For practical driving tests recorded digitally, DVA says a successful candidate's licence can be issued automatically where appropriate.

If your examiner or result information tells you further action is required, follow that instruction.

Whether the licence can be processed automatically depends on the licence details and the examiner's procedure at the pass. Keep your address details up to date so the new licence goes to the right place.

Northern Ireland theory tests, practical driving tests and candidate requirements are administered by the Driver & Vehicle Agency (DVA), so current DVA/nidirect guidance should be used for bookings, documents, fees and test-day rules.