New Driver Number Rules
What the new driver number rules mean for your car insurances since March 2025
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From 31st March 2025, drivers in Ireland will need to provide their driver number when buying or renewing car insurance. This new requirement is part of a government initiative to enhance road safety and combat uninsured driving.
At Aviva, we want to make this transition as smooth as possible for our customers. Below, we explain what’s changing, why it’s happening, and what you’ll need to do.
What’s Changing?
When you buy or renew your motor insurance, you’ll need to provide:
- Your driver number (found on Section 4(d) of your Irish driving licence or learner permit) and
- The driver number for any named driver(s) on your policy
Insurance companies, including Aviva, will not be able to issue a policy without this information.
Why is This Happening?
This rule is being introduced to strengthen the Irish Motor Insurance Database, which is updated daily and helps the gardaí quickly identify uninsured vehicles. By having access to information gardaí can quickly verify if a driver holds a valid licence and if the vehicle is insured, making the roads safer for everyone.
This new requirement is an important step in tackling uninsured driving. At Aviva, we fully support measures that make the roads safer while ensuring a fairer system for insured drivers. We encourage all customers to check their driving licence and have their driver number ready when it’s time to renew.
Julie Frazer, Underwriting & Product Lead, Aviva explains
What Do You Need to Do?
If you’re renewing or taking out a new motor insurance policy, be prepared to supply your driver number and those of any named driver(s) on your policy.
Where Can I Find My Driver Number?
Your driver number is located in Section 4(d) of your Irish driving licence or learner permit and is a unique number that is only assigned to you. See the image below for where to find your driver number.
Stay Ahead of the Change
We’re here to help, so when it’s time to renew your car insurance with Aviva, you will be asked to provide your driver number. You can provide your driver number to us in a number of ways. You can update via your MyAviva account or contact us by phone.
If your licence isn’t an Irish one, please upload a clear copy or photo of your licence to your MyAviva account. Alternatively, you can post a copy to - Aviva Direct Ireland Limited, Ballybrit Business Park, Ballybrit, Galway, H91 WP08.
What if I don’t have my licence?
Think you might have lost your driving licence? Check out our handy tips on what you’ll need to do to get a replacement one. Is your car insurance renewal coming up? Check out our FAQ so you’re ready when it’s time for renewal.
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