When must you renew your driver’s license?
A Swedish standard license (category B) is usually valid for up to ten years. The Swedish Transport Agency (Transportstyrelsen) typically sends you a renewal notice about two months before your license expires. If you don’t receive it, you can request a renewal application yourself.
Step-by-step renewal process
- Receive information from the Swedish Transport Agency
- You’ll get (or request) a letter with instructions on how to renew your license.
- Have your photo taken and provide a signature
- Visit a Trafikverket (Swedish Transport Administration) test center to take a new photo and sign digitally.
- In many locations, you can book an appointment or use drop-in services.
- Pay the renewal fee
- Follow the payment instructions provided in the letter or pay on-site if available.
- Potential health check
- If you hold higher license categories (e.g., C, D, taxi) or have certain medical conditions, you may need to submit a medical or vision certificate.
- Receive your new license
- Your new license will be mailed to your registered address. Your old license is automatically invalidated once you have the new one.
Things to keep in mind
- Renew in good time to avoid driving with an expired license.
- Check if additional requirements apply for your specific license category.
- If no renewal notice arrives but your license is about to expire, contact the Swedish Transport Agency for guidance.
By following these steps and renewing on time, you ensure that you’re always driving legally with a valid Swedish driver’s license.
