Check codes
How to generate a DVLA check code
Create a DVLA check code on GOV.UK or in the Driver Codes app, then share the code and the last 8 characters of your licence number. The code lasts 21 days and can be used once.
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The smarter way to manage your driving licence
Fast, secure access to your DVLA licence information — check codes, endorsements, entitlements, CPC, company check mandates, your vehicles, live fuel prices and real-time UK road incidents and closures. All in one app, without the hassle.
Free download for iOS and Android.
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Everything in one place
Built for drivers, to save you time
From check codes to CPC hours, live fuel prices and UK road closures — Driver Codes keeps your whole driving life in your pocket.
Your licence, live
DVLA licence information updated from Gov.uk systems in real time.
DVLA check codes
Issue a check code in one tap for car hire, employers and insurance quotes.
Endorsements & points
Keep an eye on penalty points and disqualifications as they change.
Entitlements
See exactly what you can drive on your full, provisional and CPC licence.
Driver CPC
Track your training hours and course information for HGV and PCV work.
Tachograph card
Quick access to your tachograph card details whenever you need them.
Vehicle search & garage
DVLA and DVSA information on any vehicle or trailer in a second.
Company checks
Manage your employer driver-check mandates directly in the app.
Fuel Finder
Find the nearest and cheapest fuel with the latest live prices.
Roads
Real-time incidents and a 7-day view of planned lane and road closures across the UK strategic road network.
Tachograph, Driver CPC, check codes, Roads and your verified licence photo — all in one app.
What people say
Loved by drivers across the UK
“Basically a mirror of my physical driving licence — it now includes my photo. The new Garage feature shows when my road tax and MOT are due. Highly recommended.”
— Yeltol
“Very useful for LGV drivers who supply check codes to employers. As a TM I got all my drivers on it — saves a bunch of time doing statutory licence checks.”
— Zaphodbeblebrox
“Everything you need for your driving life. All your entitlements and endorsements, plus your vehicles and their tax, insurance and MOT details in one place.”
— Steve
“You can see the points on your licence and share the code with your insurance or any company you work for. Great app — well done for designing it!”
— Daniel
“I've had this app for 5 years — it works well and lets me see my CPC training so I can keep up to date.”
— D. Lee
“Once set up with your details it keeps tabs on your licence and CPC all in one accessible place. Great for HGV drivers.”
— L. Thomas
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For transport managers & fleets
Always know your drivers are legally licensed
Driver Codes for business automates DVLA licence checks — no share codes, no DVLA website visits, no spreadsheets. £1 per app linked check (£1.60 if ADD based), no driver fees, no lock-in.
- No share codes from drivers
- Automatic scheduled re-checks
- Instant alerts on licence changes
- GDPR compliant, audit-ready records
Driving licence guides
Understand and manage your licence
Managing your licence
Check my driving licence
You can check your UK driving licence online to see your current driving record, including the vehicles you're entitled to drive, penalty points, endorsements and disqualifications. With Driver Codes, you can keep your driving licence information on your phone and check it whenever you need it.
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Managing your licence
Driving licence app for the UK
Looking for a UK driving licence app or DVLA app? Driver Codes lets you keep licence details, vehicle entitlements, penalty points, check codes and Driver CPC on your phone — free for iPhone and Android.
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Driver Codes puts your DVLA driving licence, vehicle details, reminders, live fuel prices and UK road incidents in one simple app. Check your licence, plan journeys around closures and find cheaper fuel — all in seconds.
Available for Android and iOS. Free download.
