Driving in the EEA Post-Brexit
Post-Brexit, it had previously been a mandatory requirement to have a green card to drive in the EU. It was used as a way to prove that your car was insured to drive abroad. However, after a new ruling, a green card will no longer be necessary. The rule came into force on August 2nd and will be applicable to both personal and commercial vehicle users.
Please note that if you are taking your own car and your trip is less than 12 months, you will be required to take your V5C logbook with you. If it's a car you've hired or leased, you will require a VE103 form which proves you can take it out of the UK. For more information please visit the Government website.
Further advice for driving in the EEA Post Brexit
Can I still be use my insurance to drive in other EU member states post Brexit?
Your insurance will continue as normal. Addition cover is not therefore required to drive in other EU member states using your vehicle. However we still recommend checking your policy for the exact requirements of your insurer which may vary.
What happens if I am involved in an accident abroad – do I need to contact my insurer?
In the unfortunate event that you are involved in an accident abroad, please contact us as soon as possible. We will be here to help and you can contact us using our dedicated motor claims number 0345 017 9962.
To assist your claim, please remember to ask for the insurance details of the other driver and gather as much evidence as you can about what happened in the accident. Take photos if at all possible, these could be very helpful to us.
Do I require a GB sticker on their vehicle when travelling in the EU?
We recommend you should display a GB sticker on the rear of their vehicle. Even if the vehicle currently has a number plate that includes the GB logo, it’s recommended to have the sticker as well. Please note that an insurance policy will not be invalid if you do not have a sticker, but it will have the benefit of preventing any trouble with the legal authorities outside the UK.
Do I require an International Driving Permit (IPD)?
An IPD is issued by the Post Office and not directly through us. To find out if you need one for the country you are planning to drive in please check the Government website for an up to date list. If you do require an IPD then you can apply for one on the Post Office website. Always allow enough time for your request to be processed.
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