Mattie McGrath (Tipperary, Independent)
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253. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if those living abroad with Irish driver licences who cannot travel home to renew same can extend their licence until all travel restrictions are lifted; the provisions available to persons who cannot get an appointment to renew their licence prior to the expiry date due to the unavailability of appointment slots and in cases in which the person does not hold a public services card and therefore cannot apply online; if persons who cannot get an appointment prior to their expiry date will have their licence extended until appointments become available (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15663/20]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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An applicant for a driving licence must have their normal residence in the State.

An Irish driving licence can be renewed up to 10 years after the expiry date of the licence.