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1. Introduction 2. Categories of Entitlement 3. Minimum Driver Ages 4. Preserved Entitlement 5. Information Codes 6. Licence Application Procedure 7. Vocational Training and Testing 8. Training for the Practical Test 9. Driver CPC and Qualification Card 10. Duration of Vocational Licences 11. Medical Requirements 12. Conduct and Disciplinary Matters 13. Production of a Vocational Licence and DQC 14. Foreign Drivers in the UK 15. International Issues 16. Employers' Responsibilities 17. Photocard Licence – Information Shown 18. Driving Licence Number 19. Quick Exam Numbers – Memorise These

10. Duration of Vocational Licences

  • New vocational entitlements issued since 19 January 2013 have a maximum validity of 5 years according to the training material.
  • Drivers under 45 renewing their entitlement can self-certify continued compliance with medical requirements.
  • Drivers over 45 cannot self-certify and must complete the required medical renewal process.
  • The material states that renewal entitlement lasts until age 66 or for 5 years, whichever is shorter.
  • Once over 65, vocational entitlements must be renewed every year with a successful medical examination.
  • Medical examinations for renewal cannot normally be completed more than 4 months before the licence comes into force.