Security features
Embedded metal thread
- Location: Page 1
- Characteristics: The metal thread is incorporated into the substrate.
- Method of verification: Viewing with the naked eye against the light
Security printing
- Location: Front and back
- Characteristics: The security printing consists of continuous lines which show the background on the front and back.
- Method of verification: Viewing with the naked eye
Legend
- 1 Surname of the holder
- 2 Other name(s) of the holder
- 3 Date and place of birth
- 4a Date of issue of the licence
- 4b Date of expiry of the licence
- 4c Name of the issuing authority
- 5 Number of licence
- 6 Photograph of the holder
- 7 Signature of the holder
- 8 Permanent place of residence
- 9 category(ies) of vehicle(s) the holder is entitled to drive
- 10 Date of first issue of each category(ies)
- 11 Date of expiry of each category
- 12 Additional information/restriction(s)
Categories & Codes
Categories
For more information on the corresponding categories, please check the Commission decision on equivalence.
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Category |
Period of validity* |
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A, B, BE, C, CE, D, DE |
Indefinite |
*This refers to the administrative validity of the document and does not necessarily reflect the holder’s right to drive.
National categories
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National category |
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See driving licence sample |
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Codes
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National codes |
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See EU driving licence handbook, 2005 edition, on model D4. The entries are unconditionally valid. |
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Professional drivers
- Certificate of professional competence is issued : NO
- Code 95 is marked on the driving licence : NO