Can I drive in EU with UK license?

Can I drive with my UK license in EU

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.

Which countries can you drive with UK license

You do not need an IDP to drive in the EU , Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein if you have a photocard driving licence issued in the UK.

Can I drive with UK license in Czech Republic

Can you drive in Czech Republic with a UK licence Yes. You can legally drive in Czech Republic with a full and valid UK driving licence.

Can I drive in France with a UK licence after Brexit

Your licence is recognised in France for as long as it is valid. Paper licences are usually valid until you are 70. For plastic photocard licences, the expiry date is on the front. If your UK licence has expired, or has less than 6 months' validity remaining, you must exchange it for a French licence.

How long can I drive my UK car in Europe

Taking your own vehicle abroad. You must take your vehicle log book (V5C) with you if you're taking your vehicle abroad for less than 12 months. You may have to show it if you're stopped at a port or while driving abroad. Your V5C must show your most recent address in the UK.

Can I drive with UK license in Italy

If you are visiting Italy, you can drive on a full, valid UK driving licence, insurance and vehicle documents. If you're living in Italy, or planning to live there check the living in Italy guide for information on requirements for residents.

Is a UK driving licence valid in Spain

If you are thinking of coming to Spain or Portugal after Brexit, you need to know that from 1 January 2021 UK driving licences are subject to the general rules on licences issued by non-EU countries. But do not worry, driving in Spain isn't going to be too different to after Brexit.

Can I drive with UK license in Germany

Yes. Holders of a British driving licence can drive in Germany if they are visiting temporarily (e.g. on holiday). Important: An accompanying translation must be provided with British driving licences that do not meet the requirements set out in Annex 6 of the Convention on Road Traffic of 8 November 1968.

Can I drive in France with my UK license

Visitors must be aged 18 or over and hold a full, valid driving licence to legally drive in France. Riders of mopeds or motorcycles up to 125cc must be aged 16 or over. Driving licences issued in the UK, the EU and EEA countries are accepted. International driving permits are recognised but not required.

Can I drive in Paris with UK license

Licences and documents

To drive in France you must be 18 years old and have a valid UK driving licence, insurance and vehicle documents. You do not need to carry an additional International Driving Permit (IDP).

How long can I keep my UK car in Germany

Things to take when driving in Germany

Vehicles from the UK can be temporarily imported into Germany for up to six months in any period of 12 months.

Can you drive a UK car in Germany

Driving a British car abroad

You may need a UK sticker to drive your car outside the UK. These have replaced GB stickers. Check the guidance on displaying number plates if you are driving outside the UK.

Can I drive in Spain if I have a UK license

Licences issued by the UK and Northern Ireland will remain valid for driving in Spain for six months from March 16th 2023.

Can I drive in France with UK license

To drive in France you must be 18 years old and have a valid UK driving licence, insurance and vehicle documents. You do not need to carry an additional International Driving Permit (IDP). If you do not own the vehicle you're driving, you should get written permission from the registered owner.

Can you drive in Italy with a UK license

Licences and documents

If you are visiting Italy, you can drive on a full, valid UK driving licence, insurance and vehicle documents. If you're living in Italy, or planning to live there check the living in Italy guide for information on requirements for residents.

Can I drive in Austria with a UK licence

To drive in Austria, you must be 18 years or over with a full UK driving licence, and have insurance and vehicle ownership documents. If you're living in Austria or planning to live there check the Living in Austria guide for information on requirements for residents.

Can I drive in Belgium with a UK licence

Can you drive in Belgium with a UK licence Yes, you can legally drive in Belgium with your UK-issued driving licence without the need to apply for an International Driving Permit, unless you intend to stay for longer than 185 days.

Can I hire a car in France with UK licence

In order to hire a car in France you must hold a full UK driving licence that is at least one year old, a credit or debit card, and unlimited third-party insurance. After Brexit you will also need your passport for identification and an International Driving Permit if you do not hold a mainland UK driving licence.

Can I drive in Paris as a tourist

As a short-stay visitor, you can drive in France on your US driver's license. It's a good idea to bring an International Driver's Permit (IDP) with you. This is simply a translation of your driving license. It is not valid on its own and must accompany your actual driving license.

How long can I drive a UK registered car in the EU

However, If you are looking to move your car permanently to a European country, or you would like to drive your UK registered vehicle on the continent for longer than six months, you will need to register your car in your new country.

How long can I have a UK car in Europe

Taking your own vehicle abroad. You must take your vehicle log book (V5C) with you if you're taking your vehicle abroad for less than 12 months. You may have to show it if you're stopped at a port or while driving abroad. Your V5C must show your most recent address in the UK.

Can I drive in Germany as a tourist

Driving licence laws in Germany

Visitors must be aged 18 or over and hold a full, valid driving licence to legally drive in Germany. Riders of mopeds or motorcycles up to 125cc must be aged 16 or over. Driving licences issued in the UK, the EU and EEA countries are accepted.

Can I drive in France with a UK licence

To drive in France you must be 18 years old and have a valid UK driving licence, insurance and vehicle documents. You do not need to carry an additional International Driving Permit (IDP). If you do not own the vehicle you're driving, you should get written permission from the registered owner.

Can I hire a car in Italy with UK licence

To hire a car in Italy, you must have a full UK driving licence and your passport as proof of ID. You need to have a credit card to pay for the car hire deposit, though some companies will accept debit cards. You will also need a Collision Damage Waiver, which is a requirement in Italy.

Do I need a vignette to drive in France

The Crit'Air system applies to all vehicles and affects both French motorists and foreign-registered vehicles. All vehicles need to display a vignette to drive and park in the zones restricted by a ZCR or ZPA. Not all vehicles are eligible for a vignette.