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Form 97.19 Notice of Application for an order declaring the respondent to be disqualified for holding a licence for the purposes of giving effect to the decision imposing disqualification from driving made in the UK
This form (97.19) is used when someone in Ireland needs a court order confirming their disqualification from driving. The disqualification was originally decided by an authority in the UK, and this notice helps make that decision official within the Irish system.
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Courts Service of Ireland - Form 97.19 Notice of Application for an order declaring the respondent to be disqualified for holding a licence for the purposes of giving effect to the decision imposing disqualification from driving made in the UK
This form (97.19) is used when someone in Ireland needs a court order confirming their disqualification from driving. The disqualification was originally decided by an authority in the UK, and this notice helps make that decision official within the Irish system.
Risk Radar
Scan points- 1Do not forget to include proof or documentation of the original UK driving ban decision.
- 2Failing to name the correct UK issuing authority.
- 3Incorrectly identifying the respondent's current Irish address.
- 4Omitting key dates from the original UK disqualification order.
- 5Submitting the form without a clear copy of the UK decision attached.
Plain English
If you were told by a UK authority that your driving licence is suspended or banned, use this form to get the Irish courts to officially recognize it. It acts as a formal notification to prove your driving ban exists here in Ireland.
Submission Date
- Filing date: The official source does not specify a hard deadline for filing, but submitting promptly after receiving the UK notice is highly recommended.
- Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
- Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.
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What this form is for
- You need this form when a driving ban was issued by a UK authority.
- You need it to get a formal Irish court order confirming that ban.
- Use this specifically if the disqualification is for 'holding a licence' (not just a fine or point penalty).
- This notice applies when you are trying to give effect to a UK driving decision within Ireland.
Form selector
Use this form or another form?
Disqualification from an EU country license
If the ban wasn't issued by the UK, this might be needed instead.
✓ Check form 97.18 or similar.
Applying for a new licence based on old bans
If you are applying for a brand-new Irish licence and need to prove past disqualifications.
✓ See CRO application guides.
Appeal against the UK decision itself
If you want the *UK* court to change their mind, but this form helps enforce it here in Ireland.
✓ Check appeal hearing documentation.
Simple notification of a ban (no order needed)
If you just need to tell an Irish agency about the UK ban without getting a full court declaration.
✓ Use a simpler notice template.
Deadline or filing window
The official source does not specify a hard deadline for filing, but submitting promptly after receiving the UK notice is highly recommended.
Before you submit
- 1The Respondent's details must match their driving licence exactly.
- 2The originating UK authority/court must be clearly named.
- 3The specific nature of the disqualification (e.g., 'at the discretion of the Secretary of State') should be stated.
- 4Attach a copy of the original UK decision document.
- 5Ensure your contact details are current and accurate for service.
- 6Fill in all boxes, do not leave them blank unless instructed.
How to file this form
- 1Complete Form 97.19 fully using black ink.
- 2Gather supporting evidence of the UK disqualification decision.
- 3Determine the correct court office where this application should be lodged (often based on your address).
- 4Submit the completed form and evidence to that specific Irish Court Office.
- 5Pay any required filing fee at the time of submission or as instructed.
- 6Keep a copy of the submitted package for your own records.
Known limitations
- 1This form only declares disqualification; it does not guarantee immediate removal or reinstatement from the ban.
- 2The court may require further evidence beyond what is provided on Form 97.19.
- 3Not confirmed in official source: It does not specify which Irish courts handle these applications (Circuit vs District).
- 4The outcome depends on the judge's review, not just the submission of this form.
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Proceedings
3 items
The names of the parties exactly as they appear on the originating document.
The court record number for the case, if one has been assigned.
The court and the office where the document is being filed.
Substance
2 items
What you are asking the court to do, or the information the form requires.
The facts relied on and any documents exhibited with the filing.
Execution
1 items
Signed, sworn or certified as the form requires, with proof of service where needed.
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What changed or needs a fresh check
- Verify the specific version number printed on the form.
- Check if there are any new fields added regarding EU/EEA compliance.
- Confirm the correct address for service within Ireland is listed.
- Review instructions regarding required supporting documentation (e.g., UK DVLA letter).
- Ensure the name and date format matches current Irish court standards.
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Form Details
- Revision date
- 23/10/25
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Sources
- SRCIssued by: Courts Service of Ireland (COURTS)
- SRCForm Number: 97.19
- SRCPurpose: To declare a driving disqualification imposed in the UK.
- SRCContext: Giving effect to a UK decision within the Irish legal system.
Common confusion points
Confusing 'Respondent' (the person being banned) with the Applicant (the one filing the form).
Assuming this form automatically overrides any other Irish penalty.
Not knowing whether to file it in the local District Court or a higher Circuit Court.
Forgetting to include proof that the ban originated in the UK, rather than another country.
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