Driving licence · RSA · NDLS · Insurance providers · EU apostille
Driving licence translation, certified for RSA / NDLS, in 24 hours.
€39.99 / page. Same-day on most jobs. Accepted by RSA, NDLS and insurers.
We translate foreign driving licences for RSA / NDLS exchange, Irish insurance applications and ISD residency files. One quote, one fixed price, one delivery window.
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When Is a Certified Driving Licence Translation Required?
- NDLS driving licence exchange — Non-EU/EEA drivers wishing to exchange their foreign driving licence at the NDLS must provide a certified English translation if the licence is not in English.
- Insurance — no-claims bonus — Irish insurers require certified translations of foreign driving licences and letters of driving experience in order to recognise your no-claims bonus from abroad.
- Employment — transport and logistics — Haulage companies, bus operators and logistics employers require certified translations of foreign LGV/HGV/PSV licences during recruitment.
- ISD and visa applications — Driving licences are sometimes required as supplementary identity documents in ISD applications and may need certified translation.
- Court proceedings — Foreign driving licences submitted as evidence in Irish courts must be accompanied by a certified translation.
What We Translate
We translate all categories of foreign driving licence: car (B), motorcycle (A/A1/A2), LGV (C/C1), HGV (C+E), bus/coach (D), and tram/bus (D1). We also translate:
- Letters of driving experience (for insurance purposes)
- No-claims bonus letters
- Certificate of entitlement to drive
Statement of Accuracy
All translations include a signed Statement of Accuracy accepted by the RSA, NDLS, and insurance companies. No notarisation is required.
Pricing
Fixed price, no hidden fees. Quote quickly.
How It Works
Send Your Licence
Upload via the fixed-price form above, email contact@tatkowski.com, or WhatsApp +353 83 871 0861. Send clear photos of both sides of the licence and, if you have it, any accompanying paper counterpart.
Receive a Fixed Price
You get a per-page price and a confirmed delivery window by email, usually within the hour during Irish business hours. Licence translations are typically one page; car-hire deadlines take priority.
Pay Securely
Pay by Revolut, bank transfer or card via the link sent with your quote. Payment triggers production and locks the delivery window.
Delivery to Your Drawer + Inbox
Your certified PDF lands in your inbox and in your drawer.tatkowski.com client portal with a signed Statement of Accuracy. The reference is checkable at validate.tatkowski.com by the RSA, NDLS, Gardaí or any car hire desk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the RSA accept a certified translation of a foreign driving licence?
Yes. The Road Safety Authority (RSA) and the National Driver Licence Service (NDLS) accept certified translations of foreign driving licences from countries outside the EU/EEA when applying for a driving licence exchange or recognising driving entitlement.
Do I need a translation to exchange my driving licence in Ireland?
If your driving licence is not in English or Irish and is from outside the EU/EEA, you need a certified translation to exchange it at the NDLS. The translation must include a signed Statement of Accuracy.
How much does driving licence translation cost?
Driving licence translation costs €39.99 per page. Most driving licences are one page (front and back). We provide a fixed quote on receipt of your scan.
How quickly can I get my driving licence translated?
Standard turnaround is 24 hours. Urgent (sub-24h) options are available on request.
Does my insurance company accept a certified translation?
Yes. Most Irish insurance companies accept certified translations of foreign driving licences to assess your driving history and no-claims bonus entitlement.
What languages do you translate driving licences from?
Polish, Ukrainian, Russian, Romanian, Portuguese, Lithuanian, Arabic, Chinese, and many more. Contact us if your language is not listed.
Can EU/EEA driving licences be exchanged without translation?
Yes. EU/EEA driving licences do not require translation for exchange purposes. Translation is required for non-EU/EEA licences not issued in English.
Is a notarised translation required for the NDLS?
No. The NDLS accepts a certified translation with a signed Statement of Accuracy. Notarisation is not required.
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