You can carry on driving while your renewal is processed, if you meet the following criteria as stated by the DVLA: You have the support of your doctor to continue driving You had a valid licence You only drive under the conditions of the previous licence Your application is less than a year old Your last licence wasn’t revoked or refused for medical reasons You’re not currently disqualified You weren’t disqualified as a high risk offender on or after 1 June 2013