[jubjub]

Can't find the original thread this was debated on, but when you move out of the UK you dont have to give them a new address, as you are no longer a UK resident, just give them a new address if you move back.

got an email from DVLA, so that solves one argument!

Thank you for your email.



As you are no longer living in GB then I am afraid we will be unable to change the address on your driving licence.



If you return to GB as a resident in the future to a different address to what is on your driving licence, then we can amend your details if required, at that time.



However, I would suggest that you contact the Licensing Authorities where you now reside for information regarding driving there.

[Glenda]

Better still ... get your NZ driving licence as soon as possible.

We've just done it, and passed! :) All that is involved is a couple of day's swotting the Highway Code, answering 35 questions by scratching out the box with the correct answer and a basic eye-test. Now we have our temporary NZ licence until the real one arrives in a couple of weeks.

There are some differences to driving in the UK and having that licence certainly makes me feel more confident driving.

:)