Hello all, I have one quick question about exchanging a non-EU driving license to a Dutch driving license.
I am originally from South Korea and I am eligible to exchange my driving license without 30% ruling document. Based on what I know, the documents I need to prepare are:
- Certified translation of my driving license together with my original license
- Proof that I have been living for at least 185 days in the country where I obtained my license
- Verklaring van Geschiktheid
I have submitted my Eigen verklaring a few weeks ago and have checked that CBR made a decision and I can apply for a driving license now based on what I see on mijn.cbr.nl. The website says that "U kunt naar de gemeente om een nieuw rijbewijs aan te vragen". However, what I have heard from others is that I need to receive a letter from CBR and show it at the municipality office when I am applying for an exchange.
It says that the decision has been made last week, and I have not been receiving a mail from CBR until today. Should I contact CBR to confirm whether they sent me a letter, or do you think it would be okay if I just go to the city hall without the letter?
Do I need a letter from CBR when exchanging my driving license?
Hi and welcome to the Forum.
Who are the "others" you have heard this from? What does it say in the e-mail you received, i.e. does it say wait for a letter from us?
I suspect that the e-mail that was sent to you was also cc'd to the Gemeente; try giving them a call to see what you need to bring with you.
Hope this helps.
Cynic
Expat Team
Same issue. Any feedback?
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