Crucially, the GP69 is a form you download and fill out yourself in the traditional sense. Instead, it is a receipt or confirmation letter —a physical or digital document sent to you by the DVLA after you have notified them that a vehicle has been exported.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Vehicle regulations change. Always check the official GOV.UK website or contact the DVLA directly for the most current procedures regarding the GP69 and vehicle export.

A GP — or another suitably qualified clinician — completes the GP69 after reviewing the patient’s history, examination findings, and any relevant investigations or specialist reports. It’s an official clinical opinion; GPs must balance patient confidentiality with their duty to public safety and legal reporting obligations.

The GP69 is a four-page document that must be (a GP or a DVLA-approved doctor). You cannot fill this out yourself. Here is the process:

The form must be completed in duplicate, with one copy returned to the ministry/department.