Municipality of Krimpenerwaard: applying to collect a driving licence

• A passport photo in color that meets the requirements for passport photos.
• Money or a bank card. You pay directly with the application.
• When applying for your first driving licence: a valid passport or identity card.
• Do you have an old driver's license? Please take this with you to the municipal office.

You apply for your driving licence in person at the municipality where you live and are registered. You must make an appointment to do this.

Make an appointment

In some cases you can also apply for your driving licence online. You will then be able to collect the new driving licence from the service desk after just 2 working days. You submit the application via the RDW website. Visit the RDW website to find out how to apply for a driving licence online (in Dutch).

You pay a fee for this service. For more information, visit the website of the municipality.

After around a week, you can collect your driving licence from the municipality in person.

Do you need it sooner than that?

If you need your driving licence urgently, you can make an urgent request. If you apply for the driving licence before 14:00, you will be able to collect it the next working day. You have to pay an extra fee for an urgent request.

How long are driving licences valid?

• Under 65 years of age: valid for 10 years.
• Between 65 and 70 years of age: valid until your 75th birthday.
• Between 70 and 75 years of age: valid for 5 years.
• Over 75 years of age: valid for a maximum of 5 years.