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Can I take my car to France after Brexit?

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Sarah Smith

Published Jan 13, 2026

You must have owned the car for at least 6 months prior to moving to France and must declare the vehicle on your inventory of goods when moving to France. In this case, an exemption is made and the vehicle will not be subject to custom duties or taxes.

Can I drive my car in France after Brexit?

Following the implementation of the Agreement on the Withdrawal of the United Kingdom from the European Union (EU), known as Brexit, the French and British authorities have reached an agreement on the continued mutual recognition of driving licences, which will come into effect from Monday 28 June 2021.

How long can you drive a UK registered car in France after Brexit?

You will only be able to drive on a UK licence for 12 months, so if you don't manage to exchange it in that time you will be faced with taking the French driving test to gain a French licence.

Can I drive my car in Europe after Brexit?

From 2nd August 2021, motorists will no longer require an insurance green card to drive their vehicles in the EU (including Ireland). The same applies in Andorra, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Serbia, and Switzerland.

How long can a UK registered car stay in Europe after Brexit?

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.

28 related questions found

Do I need to change my driving licence after Brexit?

The rules for driving in the UK on an EU licence have not changed since the Brexit transition period ended at the start of 2021. Drivers with an EU licence do not need an IDP to continue driving in the UK following Brexit.

Do I need a green card to drive in Europe after Brexit?

You do not need to carry a green card when you drive in the EU (including Ireland), Andorra, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Serbia, and Switzerland. You still need valid vehicle insurance.

What documents do I need to drive in France after Brexit?

If you're driving abroad, you'll also need: Your Certificate of Motor Insurance. The log book (V5C) for the vehicle. Your driving licence.

Will I need a GB sticker after Brexit?

British nationals will no longer be allowed to drive outside the country with a car that has the over a-century-old “GB” sticker, as it will be replaced with the post-Brexit one that says “UK”.

Can I drive in UK after Brexit?

Drivers will not need an IDP to continue driving in the UK after Brexit. All you will need to carry is your EU/EEA driving licence. You must, however, ensure that you have suitable insurance cover in the UK. For advice, visit our article covering what to check for when you're buying car insurance.

What will happen to UK number plates after Brexit?

From the 1st January 2021 New UK Number Plates will no longer be able to display the GB Euro Badge. There is no need to remove existing GB Euro plates from vehicles, provided they were fitted prior to 2021. But in order to drive within the EU, vehicle owners must now display the White Oval UK Sticker – news article.

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.

Can I drive in Greece with a UK license after Brexit?

You can drive in Greece with a UK driving licence. You should read our guidance on driving in the EU from 1 January 2021.

What do I need to drive in Europe after Brexit?

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. a licence that was issued in Gibraltar, Guernsey, Jersey or the Isle of Man.

Can I drive in the UK with a Zimbabwean licence?

You can drive in the UK for up to 12 months on a licence issued in a 'designated country' (Andorra, Australia, Barbados, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Cayman Islands, Falkland Islands, Faroe Islands, Hong Kong, Japan, Monaco, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, Republic of North Macedonia, Singapore, South Africa, ...

Can I still live in Greece after Brexit?

You can continue to stay in Greece until you get a decision on this appeal. If your appeals are refused, you may be able to apply for the relevant permit under the rules for third country nationals. A third country national is someone who does not have EU, EEA or Swiss nationality.

Can I still move to Greece after Brexit?

Moving to Greece is quite straightforward. EU citizens can move there without a visa or a permit. For other citizens, you need an entry visa. Additionally, you need to apply for a residence permit once you're there.

Can I use my Blue Badge in Europe after Brexit?

British disability blue badges are no longer being recognised in major holiday destinations across Europe thanks to Brexit, the government has admitted.

Can I use my Blue Badge abroad after Brexit?

About the use of Blue Badge disabled parking permits in Europe. The Blue Badge parking scheme was first launched in 1970. It is an EU wide scheme and there is a reciprocal arrangement with all EU countries so that disabled drivers can use their permit to park when they travel abroad.

Do disabled pay tolls in France?

Tolls in France

This can be tricky if you either have no passenger in a right-hand drive car, or a passenger with a disability which means they can't physically pay the toll.

How do I get an EU disability card?

You can apply for the EU Disability Card by these two methods:

  1. Online.
  2. To apply, download and fill the mandatory Application; Page (2) Client's details. Page (3) Doctor (medical certificate – very important it needs to include the Doctor's signature and stamp) Page (4) EU Disability card.

Is disabled parking free in France?

Parking on roads is free and normally without time restrictions for disabled drivers. If there is a time restriction, it can't be less than 12 hours. Disabled drivers may have to pay the parking if the entrance and exit have ticket machines easy reachable from the car window.

Can I use my Blue Badge in Gran Canaria?

Can I use my UK Blue Badge in Tenerife? Blue Badges are now European badges and are recognised in Spain and the Canary Islands and it enables you to have the same parking rights as any Spanish citizen with disability.