Driving licence renewal in Réunion
Renewing a driving licence in Réunion generally involves applying online through the national ANTS portal. The process typically requires providing digital copies of necessary identification and existing licence documents.
It is advisable to initiate the renewal process several months before the current licence's expiry date. This allows sufficient time for appointment scheduling if required, processing delays, and postal delivery of the new licence. Some authorities recommend starting as early as six months in advance.
Start 90 days ahead
This lead time accounts for potential administrative processing times, which can vary, and allows for the necessary medical examination if applicable. It also provides a buffer for any unforeseen delays in document submission or delivery.
The process
- 1Verify the expiry date of the current driving licence and identify if a medical examination is required (e.g., for certain professional categories or age groups).
- 2Gather all required documents in digital format (scans or high-quality photographs).
- 3Create an account or log in to the Agence Nationale des Titres Sécurisés (ANTS) online portal.
- 4Submit an online application for 'renouvellement de permis de conduire' (renewal of driving licence) through the ANTS platform.
- 5Upload the digital copies of all supporting documents as prompted by the online system.
- 6Pay any applicable fees online.
- 7Track the progress of the application via the ANTS account and await delivery of the new driving licence.
What to bring
- Valid identity document (e.g., national identity card or passport)
- Proof of address in Réunion (less than 6 months old)
- Digital photo-signature (taken by an approved photographer or photo booth, with an e-photo code)
- Current driving licence (if available)
- Medical opinion form (Avis médical) from an approved physician, if required for the specific licence category or age.
- Proof of foreign driving licence exchange (if applicable, for licences initially obtained outside France/EU/EEA that were exchanged).
Who handles it
Agence Nationale des Titres Sécurisés (ANTS) (National Agency for Secure Documents) under the Ministère de l'Intérieur (Ministry of Interior)
For standard renewals of non-professional driving licences, there is typically no administrative fee for the renewal itself. However, costs may be incurred for the digital photo-signature service and for the mandatory medical examination if one is required for the licence category or age group.
What commonly goes wrong
- Ensure all digital documents, especially the photo-signature, meet the specified ANTS requirements to avoid rejection.
- Confirm whether a medical examination is necessary for the specific licence category or if the applicant is over a certain age, as this step must be completed by an approved doctor before applying.
- Keep a record of the application number provided by ANTS to track the status of the new licence.
- Be aware that processing times can vary, so it is crucial to apply well in advance of the current licence's expiry.
Sources
- Renouveler votre permis de conduire suite à expiration ou perte permisdeconduire.ants.gouv.fr
- service-public.fr
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