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Driving licence renewal in Åland Islands

Written from published rules on 27 August 2026. Not monitored for changes since. A starting point, not official advice — confirm anything that matters with Ålands landskapsregering (Government of Åland).

Renewing a driving licence in the Åland Islands involves submitting a renewal application to the local government authority. The process typically requires verifying personal information and providing updated medical documentation if necessary.

Your timing

It is generally recommended to begin the renewal process several months before the current document expires to account for potential administrative processing times and the delivery of the new physical card.

Start 60 days ahead

A lead time of approximately two months allows sufficient buffer for identity verification and the production of the licence card.

The process

  1. 1Verify the expiry date on the current driving licence to ensure eligibility for renewal.
  2. 2Obtain any required medical certificates if the driver is over a certain age or has specific health conditions.
  3. 3Complete the official application form provided by the Åland government authorities.
  4. 4Submit the application, along with a current photograph and proof of identity, to the designated vehicle registration office.
  5. 5Pay the applicable processing fee as directed by the administrative office.
  6. 6Receive the new driving licence via post at the registered address.

What to bring

  • Current driving licence
  • Passport or valid identification card
  • Recent passport-style photograph
  • Medical certificate (if requested by the licensing authority)

Who handles it

Ålands landskapsregering (Government of Åland)

https://www.regeringen.ax/

Fees for driving licence renewals are set by the Government of Åland and should be confirmed directly through their official portal as they are subject to periodic change.

What commonly goes wrong

  • Ensure that the photograph provided meets the specific requirements for official identification documents.
  • Verify whether a new medical examination is mandatory based on the driver's current age category.
  • Ensure the registered residential address is up to date, as the new licence will be delivered by mail.

Sources

This guide is based on one official source.

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