Validity periods for driver's licenses have been changed in Ukraine. Instead of a document with a validity period of 30 years, as was previously the case, motorists will be able to issue licenses with a validity period of 5 or 15 years, depending on the selected vehicle category.

At the same time, the state does not require replacement of existing driver’s licenses - their validity will extend until the date specified in the document. This was reported by the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD).

Separate rules will apply for drivers in both passenger and cargo categories.. For example:.

Certificates with a 30-year validity period continue to be valid without restrictions.

But if its owner applies for an exchange before the date specified in the document, a new certificate will be issued according to the new rules.

Exchange of a driver's license (both planned and unscheduled - due to loss, change of surname, adding a category or damage) - paid administrative service. It costs 650 hryvnia (excluding bank commission), the amount includes:.

At the same time, drivers have access to a traditional plastic ID or a digital version, which will be displayed in the Driver’s Account and the Diya application. You can exchange your ID:.