Pakistani Driving Licence Translation for UK Insurance
Pakistan is not on the DVLA designated countries list, meaning you cannot exchange your Pakistani licence for a UK one - you must pass a UK driving test. However, you can drive in the UK for 12 months on your Pakistani licence with a certified translation. We translate licences from all provincial authorities including Punjab, Sindh, KPK, and Balochistan, explaining the vehicle categories UK insurers need.
Why Choose Us for Urdu Driving Licence Translation?
Understanding the specific requirements for this document type and language combination.
Insurance Specialists
Translations accepted by all major UK insurers for the 12-month period.
All Provinces Covered
We translate licences from Punjab, Sindh, KPK, Balochistan, and federal areas.
Same-Day Service
Urgent translations for insurance and car hire deadlines.
Country & Cultural Context
Pakistani driving licences are issued by provincial Excise and Taxation departments (not a central authority). Punjab, Sindh, KPK, and Balochistan each issue their own licences with slightly different formats. Licences contain Urdu and English, with CNIC number linking to NADRA records. Smart card licences have been issued since 2012 in most provinces. Vehicle categories include LTV (Light Transport Vehicle), HTV (Heavy Transport Vehicle), and Motorcycle.
Document Format
Pakistani driving licences contain: CNIC number, personal details in Urdu and English, vehicle categories (LTV, HTV, Motorcycle, PSV), provincial issuing authority, validity dates, and father's name in Urdu.
Translation Requirements
What you need to know about translating this document type from Urdu.
Personal Details
Full name and father's name in Urdu translated.
CNIC Number
National ID linking to NADRA records.
Vehicle Categories
LTV, HTV, PSV categories with UK equivalents.
Provincial Authority
Issuing Excise department identified.
Certification
Signed translator declaration for insurers.
Common Uses
Why people need this specific translation service.
How It Works
Simple process from upload to certified translation
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Expert Translation
Native Urdu translator completes your document
Certified Delivery
Receive certified translation digitally and by post
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Urdu Driving Licence translation
Yes, for up to 12 months from when you became resident. After 12 months, you must pass a UK driving test as Pakistan is not on the designated countries list for licence exchange.
Pakistani categories: LTV (Light Transport Vehicle) = UK Category B, HTV (Heavy Transport Vehicle) = UK Category C, PSV (Public Service Vehicle) = UK Category D. We explain these equivalents for UK insurers.
No, we translate licences from all Pakistani provinces (Punjab, Sindh, KPK, Balochistan) and federal territories. All are valid for the 12-month UK driving period.
Yes, UK insurers cover Pakistani licence holders during the 12-month period. They require certified translation to verify your categories and driving history.
Same-day service available for urgent insurance quotes. Standard delivery within 24 hours.
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