Step 1 - Prepare all the necessary documents
Have all the documents listed below ready and take a clear scan or photograph of each document (as instructed) on your device, ready to upload when completing your online application.
Please ensure this has been amended with the new vehicle registration number.
- Certificate of Motor Insurance (must only name drivers who hold a valid licence issued by Oxford City Council)
- updated V5 Log Book (front page and middle pages) / or DVLA change of registration confirmation document
Step 2 - Submit the documents to the Council
To submit the documents above use the 'submit additional documents' form.
Submit additional documents for a current licence application.
- Click “Start New Form”
- Choose “Vehicle” when asked: Is your application for a drivers licence or a vehicle licence?
- Use the “Application lookup” button and enter your licence reference number. (This can be found in the bottom right corner of your vehicle ‘paper licence’ and will look similar to this: 23/12345/TXPHV)
- Enter your email address in the field provided.
- Upload the required documents by using the “Upload and Attach files” buttons.
- You must include / upload ALL the relevant Certificates, Documents listed above.
- Use the box at the bottom of the page to provide notice of the change of registration. Please type and provide details:
- Request to change vehicle registration number, Name, Vehicle plate number (i.e. HCV123/PHV123), Previous Registration number and New Registration number
Step 3 - Payment and booking a vehicle plate appointment
Once you have successfully submitted your change of registration, you will need to make a payment within 14 days.
You will need to call the Applications Team on 01865 252115 to make a payment, over the phone via secure line using your Debit/Credit card.
If you do not make the payment within 14 days your application will be withdrawn.
Once the payment has been completed, an Officer will advise and book a suitable time for you to collect your new vehicle plate and return your old vehicle plate. We will also email you with your payment receipt and confirmation of your appointment.
Step 4 - Receiving the Paper Licence
Once the licence is amended, we will email your Paper Licence (counterpart) document.
