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Use this form to apply for IVA for buses or coaches.
Download and fill in the application form.
Save the application form on your computer.
Send the application form to the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) using the service to apply for IVA.
Pay the application fee by credit or debit card (DVSA will tell you how to do this after youve applied), or using a pre-funded account.
Your application can be delayed if you do not fill in the application form correctly.
Published 1 April 2014 Last updated 14 December 2023 +show all updates
Updated to include the latest version of the IVA 1P application form, which includes a new question at section 7f.
Updated the form and guidance notes as the number of times you can change the nominated vehicle for an IVA appointment has been reduced from 3 to 2.
Updated to include the latest version of the IVA 1P application form.
Updated to latest version of application form. Updated section C examination requirements.
Uploaded latest version of IVA 1p form.
Updated to latest version of guidance notes.
Updated to latest version of application form. Update includes information that you should arrive at least 20 minutes before your appointment time.
