Can I drive in EU with UK licence after Brexit?

Are UK driving licences still valid in the EU? UK photocard driving licences will continue to be valid while driving in the EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.
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Can I drive in Europe with a UK license after Brexit?

You need to carry your UK driving licence with you. You do not need an international driving permit ( IDP ) to visit and drive in the EU , Switzerland, Iceland or Liechtenstein. You might need an IDP to drive in some EU countries and Norway if you have: a paper driving licence.
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Can I use my UK driving licence in Spain after Brexit?

For holders of UK driving licences, to drive in Spain as a resident in Spain, after the end of the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement transition period (December 31, 2020), it is necessary to change your UK driving licence for a Spanish one. You cannot use an International Driving Permit (IDP) instead.
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Can I still drive abroad after Brexit?

You might need an international driving permit ( IDP ) to drive in some countries. Check if you need an IDP . You can get IDPs over the counter at the Post Office. You might need one for each country you're visiting.
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Can I drive in Germany with a UK license after Brexit?

Are you still driving on a UK driving licence? If you are resident in Germany and intend to continue driving here, then you need to exchange your UK driving licence for a German one. If you were resident before 1 January 2021, then you should exchange your licence by 30th June 2021.
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Driving To Europe Post Brexit: What You Need To Know



Do I need an International Driving Permit for France after Brexit?

You will need an IDP to drive in France after Brexit if you have: a paper driving licence - green or pink version. a licence issued in Gibraltar, Guernsey, Jersey or the Isle of Man.
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Can I have both EU and UK driving licence?

It is possible to drive in the UK with an EU licence - Holders of a licence issued in EU/EEA nations can drive in the United Kingdom until the document expires. You won't need to retake your test or exchange your European driving licence documents.
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What do I need to drive to France after Brexit?

Your Certificate of Motor Insurance.

The log book (V5C) for the vehicle. Your driving licence. A GB sticker if your number plate has the Euro symbol; a national flag of England, Scotland or Wales; or letters and numbers with no flag or identifier – but from 28 September 2021, you'll need a UK sticker instead.
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What do I need to hire a car in Spain after Brexit?

In order to hire a car in Spain you will need to have a full UK driving licence, an International Driving Permit (if your UK licence was not issued by mainland authorities), your valid passport or National ID card for EU citizens as identification and a credit card to pay for the car hire deposit.
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Can I drive in Tenerife after Brexit?

For most EU citizens, this isn't a problem. Simply bring your home driving licence. Photocard licences are now universally requested throughout Europe, so don't expect to rely on your old paper licence alone.
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Can I drive in Portugal after Brexit?

After Brexit... what happens to my driving license? If you're a British driving licence holder living in the UK you can still drive in Portugal with your license during the first 185 days after entering the country. After this you'll need an IDP - International Driving Permit.
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Do I need a Breathalyzer to drive in France 2022?

You may be aware that up until recently, all drivers and motorcyclists had to carry a personal breathalyser kit with at least two disposable testing units. However, in 2020 the rule changed to no longer make it a legal requirement.
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How long can I drive my UK car in Europe?

UK law still applies to a UK-registered vehicle if you take it abroad for less than 12 months. That means you need to make sure: your vehicle is taxed in the UK while it's abroad.
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Can French speeding fines be enforced in UK 2022?

No. The level of fine will be the same amount that a registered owner of that country would receive. This means, depending on where the offence was committed, it could be more, or less, than a fine you would receive in the UK.
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How long can I drive in Spain on a UK licence?

Rules for driving in Europe

UK licence holders resident in Spain can now continue to drive using their valid UK driving licence until 30 April 2022.
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Can I drive Spanish car with UK licence?

Can I drive in Spain with a UK licence? Yes, you can drive in Spain using your full UK driving licence. But you must be at least 18 years old and, obviously, it must be in-date. Unlike in some other European countries, you don't need an international driving permit to drive there.
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Can I drive in Spain on an English licence?

Holidaymakers can breathe a sigh of relief - tourists can still drive using their UK licenses. This is good news for the thousands of Brits who travel to Spain every year. They may be able to drive, but many will be subject to tough new rules on anti-social behaviour.
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How long can I stay in Europe after Brexit?

The EU has agreed to add the UK to the EU's list of visa-exempt countries (of which there are currently 61). This gives British citizens the right to travel to the EU after the transition period for up to 90 days without a visa within any 180-day period.
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Will we still get duty free after Brexit?

After Brexit has been finalised, the excise and customs duty allowances will be the same as the allowances for bringing back goods from non-EU countries, and you will be able to declare goods online.
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Can I use my blue badge in France after Brexit?

The badge holders enjoyed automatic recognition when Britain was a member of the EU. Travellers were able to use their permits in a number of countries including France, Italy, Spain, Greece and Portugal. But this was stopped on December 31, 2020 when the EU transition period ended.
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Can I have 2 drivers licenses from different countries?

A: Answer to your first question is no. You can only have one driver's license. So let's say you spend your winters in California and summers in South Dakota. In most instances you need to select where you want to be or are a resident of.
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Can I hold two EU driving Licences?

You can have only one EU driving licence at any one time. If you move to another EU country, you don't usually have to exchange your driving licence for a local one.
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Do I need a green card to drive in France 2020?

Do I need a green card to drive in France? A green card from your car insurance provider isn't needed to drive in France. However, you will need to have at least third-party insurance cover on your car before you take it into France.
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Do I need a green card to drive in Europe 2022?

You'll need a green card, which proves your car is covered when driving in the EU. You can obtain a green card from your insurer, providing you contact them six weeks before departure. If you take a trailer or caravan, you'll need a separate green card for them too.
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Do I need a green card to drive in Europe now?

As of 2 August 2021, you no longer need a green card to drive your car in most EU countries. Only Albania, Morocco, Serbia and Turkey now require them as standard. If you're towing, you may still need to carry one for your caravan or trailer.
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