Applying for a new driver's license due to theft, illegibility or loss
Source: BUS Rheinland-PfalzIf your driving license has been lost or destroyed, for example due to theft, illegibility or loss, you will need a new driving license unless you waive your right to drive. If you do not report the loss of your driving license immediately and apply for a replacement document, you are committing an administrative offence.
If your name has changed, you do not have to have a new driving license issued. However, it may be useful to be in possession of an EU driving license with up-to-date information, especially when driving abroad. If you wish to change the name on your driving license, you will be issued with a new card driving license upon request.
According to Section 25 (4) of the Driving License Ordinance, the holder of a driving license must report the loss immediately and have a replacement document issued.