Driver Licence Fees

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 3 July 2018

Tuesday, 3 July 2018

Questions (474)

Mary Butler

Question:

474. Deputy Mary Butler asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to amend or abolish the fees associated with the renewal of driver licences for persons aged 70 years and over; if concessions or reductions can be made with the prescribed fee of €30 to €55 which is payable subject to certification of fitness from a general practitioner by older persons to apply for a renewal of their licence; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29311/18]

Written answers

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport

I am pleased to inform the Deputy that there is no fee charged for the renewal of a driving licence where the applicant is over the age of 70.

There is a requirement for applicants over the age of 70 to provide a medical report and an eyesight test. This is done in the interests of public safety, both of the applicants and of other road users. I have no authority over the costs of eyesight or medical tests.