Ireland Digital Tachograph Driver Card Photo

To obtain a digital tachograph driver card in Northern Ireland: 1. Complete the D777(NI) application form for digital tachograph driver cards. 2. Include a £32 payment via cheque or postal order (payable to "DVA"). 3. Attach a recent, colour passport-sized photograph meeting UK government standards. 4. Submit all documents to: Driver & Vehicle Agency (DVA), Digital Tachographs, Driver Licensing, address provided here. Processing typically takes 10 working days. For updates or queries, visit the DVA Driver Licensing portal.

A tachograph driver card is an official smart card issued to commercial drivers under EU regulations. This chip-enabled card digitally records driving hours, rest periods, and work activity in vehicles equipped with a tachograph system, ensuring compliance with EU Drivers' Hours Rules (Regulation 561/2006). Valid for 5 years, it serves as a legal record of working time compliance for authorities.

A Digi Tacho card remains valid for five years from the date of issue. To avoid service interruptions, drivers must submit a renewal application at least 15 days before the expiration date. After expiration, the card retains read-only functionality for accessing stored data but cannot record new driving activities. Delayed renewals may lead to compliance issues or driving restrictions under EU Regulation 165/2014.