Are DVLA local offices still open?

No — as of 2013, DVLA local offices throughout the UK were closed. All DVLA services are now handled centrally from DVLA Swansea or online via the GOV.UK website. The addresses listed on this page are preserved for legacy reference only.

The DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency) is the UK government body responsible for maintaining the national database of drivers and vehicles in Great Britain. It is based in Swansea, Wales, and is responsible for issuing vehicle registrations and setting the regulations for number plates.

Where is the DVLA headquarters?

The DVLA headquarters is located at Heol Pentre Felen, Swansea, SA6 7HG, Wales. Previously known as the DVLC (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Centre), it is the central point of contact for all UK vehicle registration matters since local offices closed in 2013.

How do I contact the DVLA about a personalised number plate?

For personalised number plate queries, New Reg handles all DVLA communication on your behalf when you buy or sell through us. For direct DVLA enquiries, visit the GOV.UK website or call the DVLA contact centre.

Can I transfer a number plate without visiting a DVLA office?

Yes — since DVLA local offices closed in 2013, all number plate transfers are handled by post, online via GOV.UK, or through a DVLA recognised dealer like New Reg. New Reg manages the entire DVLA transfer process on behalf of customers.

Is New Reg affiliated with the DVLA?

New Reg is a DVLA recognised reseller, not a DVLA government body. We are an independent private company that has been selling personalised number plates since 1991. We handle all DVLA transfer paperwork on behalf of customers.

DVLA Offices & Number Plates Information

DVLA Registrations Addresses and DVLA Number Plates Information.

Please note that as of 2013, DVLA Local Offices are no longer in use or operational. This information is provided solely for legacy purposes as a complimentary service for our clients.

DVLA * is an acronym for Driver and Vehicle Licencing Agency, which is the agency responsible for maintaining the database of drivers and vehicles in mainland Britain, formerly known as DVLC .

DVLA * Swansea, (also known as DVLC) which is based in Wales, is also the body responsible for issuing vehicle registrations and setting out the regulations for personalised number plates.

DVLA offices are listed below:

SCOTLAND

NewReg supply registrations owned by clients, DVLA * registrations and our own stock, DVLA * have requested that our clients contact New Reg with queries. If you must contact the DVLA * local office directly you may obtain the appropriate telephone number from our web site.

Aberdeen

DVLA * Local Office Greyfriars House, Gallowgate, Aberdeen, AB10 1WG

Dundee

DVLA * Local Office Caledonian House, Greenmarket, Dundee, DD1 4QP

Glasgow

DVLA * Local Office 46 West Campbell Street, Glasgow, G2 6TT

Edinburgh

DVLA * Local Office Department for Transport Saughton House, Broomhouse Drive, Edinburgh, EH11 3XE

Inverness

DVLA * Local Office Longman House, 28 Longman Road, Inverness, IV1 1SF

NORTH

Beverley (formally known as Hull VRO)

DVLA * Local Office Crosskill House, Mill Lane, Beverley, HU17 9JB

Carlisle

DVLA * Local Office Ground Floor, 3 Merchants Drive, Parkhouse, Carlisle, CA3 0JW

Leeds

DVLA * Local Office 1st Floor 42 Eastgate, Leeds, LS2 7DQ

Manchester

DVLA * Local Office Trafford House, Chester Road, Manchester, M32 0SL

Newcastle-Upon-Tyne

DVLA * Local Office Eagle Star House, Regent Farm Road, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE3 3QF

Preston

DVLA * Local Office Fulwood Park, Caxton Road, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 9NZ

Sheffield

DVLA * Local Office Cedar House, Hallamshire Court, 63 Napier Street, Sheffield, S11 8HA

Stockton

DVLA * Local Office St Marks House, St Marks Court, Thornaby, Stockton on Tees, TS17 6QR

MIDLANDS

Birmingham

DVLA * Local Office 2nd Floor, Edward House, Edward Street, Birmingham, B1 2RF

Chester

DVLA * Local Office Norroy House, Nuns Road, Chester, CH1 2ND

Lincoln

DVLA * Local Office Firth Court Firth Road, Lincoln, LN5 7WD

Norwich

DVLA * Local Office 11 Prince of Wales Road, Norwich, NR1 1UP

Peterborough

DVLA * Local Office 88 Lincoln Road, Peterborough, PE1 2ST

Shrewsbury

DVLA * Local Office Whitehall, Monkmoor Road, Shrewsbury, SY2 5DR

WALES

Bangor

DVLA * Local Office Penrhos Road, Penrhosgarnedd, Bangor, LL57 2JF

Cardiff

DVLA * Local Office Archway House, 77 Ty Glas Avenue, Llanishen, Cardiff, CF14 5DX

DVLA * Swansea

DVLA * Local Office Heol Pentre Felen, Swansea, SA6 7HG

SOUTH

Bournemouth

DVLA * Local Office Tregonwell Court, 118 Commercial Road, Bournemouth, Bh3 5LN

Brighton

DVLA * Local Office 4th Floor Mocatta House Trafalgar Place Brighton, BN1 4UE

Bristol

DVLA * Local Office Northleigh House, Lime Kiln Close, Stoke Gifford, Bristol, BS34 8SR

Chelmsford

DVLA * Local Office 2nd Floor, Parkway House, 49 Baddow Road, Chelmsford, CM2 0XJ

Exeter

DVLA * Local Office Hanover House Manaton Close Matford Business Park, Marsh Barton, Exeter, EX2 8EF

Ipswich

DVLA * Local Office Podium Level, St Clare House, Greyfriars, Ipswich, IP1 1UT

London - Stanmore

DVLA * Local Office Government Building, Canon Park, Honeypot Lane, Stanmore, Middlesex, HA7 1BD

London - Sidcup

DVLA * Local Office 12/18 Station Road, Sidcup, DA15 7EQ

London - Wimbledon

DVLA * Local Office Ground Floor Connect House, 133-137 Alexandra Road, Wimbledon, SW19 7JY

Luton

DVLA * Local Office 2 Dunstable Road, Luton, LU1 1EB

Maidstone

DVLA * Local Office Coronet House, 11 Queen Anne Road, Maidstone, ME14 1XB

Northampton

Ground Floor, Riverside House, Riverside Way, Bedford Road, Northampton NN1 5PE

New Reg Limited is not affiliated to the DVLA. This information is provided as a service to New Reg clients.

DVLA & Number Plates — Frequently Asked Questions

Are DVLA local offices still open?

No — as of 2013, DVLA local offices throughout the UK were closed. All DVLA services are now handled centrally from DVLA Swansea (Heol Pentre Felen, Swansea, SA6 7HG) or online via the GOV.UK website. The addresses listed on this page are preserved for legacy reference only.
What is the DVLA?

The DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency) is the UK government body responsible for maintaining the national database of drivers and vehicles in Great Britain. It is based in Swansea, Wales, and is responsible for issuing vehicle registrations, driving licences and setting the regulations for number plates.
Where is the DVLA headquarters?

The DVLA headquarters is located at Heol Pentre Felen, Swansea, SA6 7HG, Wales. Previously known as the DVLC (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Centre), it is the central point of contact for all UK vehicle registration and licensing matters since local offices closed in 2013.

How do I contact the DVLA about a personalised number plate?

For personalised number plate queries, New Reg handles all DVLA communication on your behalf when you buy or sell through us. For direct DVLA enquiries, visit the GOV.UK website or call the DVLA contact centre. New Reg is a DVLA recognised reseller and manages all transfer paperwork for customers.
Can I transfer a number plate without visiting a DVLA office?

Yes — since DVLA local offices closed in 2013, all number plate transfers are handled by post, online via GOV.UK, or through a DVLA recognised dealer like New Reg. When you buy a personalised plate through New Reg, our team manages the entire DVLA transfer process on your behalf.
Is New Reg affiliated with the DVLA?

New Reg is a DVLA recognised reseller, not a DVLA government body. We are an independent company that has been selling personalised number plates since 1990. We handle all DVLA transfer paperwork on behalf of customers, but we are a private business — not part of the DVLA itself.

Official DVLA Resources

Contact the DVLA — Full contact details for the DVLA, including enquiry forms and phone numbers.
DVLA official organisation page — The DVLA's official government page listing services and information.
Vehicle registration guidance — Official DVLA guidance on vehicle registration tasks and requirements.

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