Some Ukrainians should update their driver’s license
31 October 2024 14:00
Ukrainians who received their driver’s license before 2013 should update it to be able to use all the online services currently available from the Ministry of Internal Affairs service centers. This statement was made in an interview with Ukrainian Radio by Roman Batsits, deputy head of the department for the implementation of electronic services of the department for the organization of registration activities and admission of drivers to drive vehicles of the MIA’s GSU, "Komersant Ukrainian" reports.
According to him, very often citizens turn to the service centers of the Ministry of Internal Affairs asking why they cannot order a particular service online, and this is where the need to update the information arises.
“People who received their documents 10-20 years ago apply. The register has been operating since 2013, and we do not have such global content that will allow all Ukrainian citizens to receive services from us. Therefore, if you have a driver’s license older than 2013, it would be a good idea to update it,” the official explained.
According to Mr. Batsits, in some cases, you can exchange your driver’s license at Diia, even if it was issued earlier.
He also noted that a digitized image of a person’s face, i.e. a photo, is quite important for a driver’s license. If the driver’s license was held for a long time, the database does not contain a photo, and this can cause problems with ordering services through online services.
Therefore, Roman Batsits emphasized, updating documents is the key to successful use of online services.
It is worth noting that driver’s licenses issued before March 29, 2011, do not have an expiration date. At present, the license is valid for 30 years, except for those issued for the first time, which are valid for 2 years.
What services can drivers get in Diia?
Using the Diia app, drivers can
- exchange and receive a driver’s license
- enter information about the proper user, as well as conclude a vehicle purchase and sale agreement with its subsequent re-registration
- through Diia, you can get license plates and a registration certificate through the national postal operator
- The app also provides information on driver’s fines.
Services available in the driver’s electronic account
Drivers can:
- receive up-to-date data and timely notifications regarding driving documents and insurance
- check the history of the vehicle
- have the opportunity to order an individual license plate with delivery
- restore a lost or expired driver’s license
- find out up-to-date information about offenses with the ability to pay a fine in the electronic cabinet.
