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

Can I drive my car in Greece? Yes. You must have a valid UK licence and V5 document, along with sufficient insurance and breakdown cover for your trip. You should also familiarise yourself with the laws around driving in Greece before you set off to keep yourself and other road users safe.



Yes, you can drive in Greece with a valid UK photocard driving license in 2026, and you generally do not need an International Driving Permit (IDP) for short visits. Following the UK's exit from the EU, an agreement was reached that allows UK license holders to drive in all EU member states, including Greece, without additional paperwork as long as they are there as a tourist. However, there are a few important conditions: your license must be a photocard (not the old green paper style), and you must have your physical license with you—digital versions are not officially recognized. If you are taking your own UK-registered car to Greece, you will also need to carry your V5C logbook, a valid "Green Card" from your insurance provider as proof of coverage, and a "UK" sticker for your vehicle's rear. For those renting a car in Greece, most agencies will only require your UK license and a credit card for the deposit. If you plan to stay in Greece for more than 90 days or have a license issued in a Crown Dependency like Jersey, you should double-check if a 1968 IDP is required.

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Licences and permits You can drive in Greece with a UK driving licence.

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U.S. citizen tourists/temporary residents with stays less than six months with a valid United States driver's license can drive in Greece with their U.S. license. For stays more than 185 days in Greece: A Greek license may be required.

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Right turns of red traffic lights: unlike what is allowed in some countries, in Greece you are not allowed to make a right turn on a red traffic light, unless there is a distinct, separate, traffic light placed showing a green or pulsing orange right turn signal .

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Driving in the Greek islands and rural areas of Greece can be fun or scary depending on how you approach it. In the islands, roads are very narrow and often with lots of turns. Some mountain roads may have some sort of blind spot. Be prepared if you're driving along steep cliffs, steep hills, and steep twists.

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If you plan on driving in Greece, a valid driver's license is required for that purpose, whether you're driving your own car or a rental. The legislation requires all drivers to possess an International Driving Permit (IDP) or an official driving license for the use of a car in Greece.

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What is the national speed limit in Greece? The national speed limit on Greek motorways is 130km/h (80 mph). If you're driving on a main road outside a built-up area, the limit varies between 90km/h and 110km/h, and for built-up areas it's between 50km/h and 70km/h.

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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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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.

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Renting a car in Greece is a great way to get around during your time in Southern Europe. It gives you a lot more freedom and flexibility than if you depend on public transport. It also means that you can explore lesser-known villages, ruins, and beaches in areas where local transport links leave a lot to be desired.

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Language. The signs in Greece are in two languages: Greek (Greek Alphabet) and English (Latin Alphabet). Previously, the signs were in Katharevousa and used the Polytonic system, until 1976 and 1981, which were replaced by the Demotic and Monotonic systems respectively.

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Located off Greece's Ionian coast, Zakynthos (also known as Zante Island) is small enough to navigate in a couple of days by car, making it an ideal Greek island for a driving holiday. This route will take you clockwise around the island, discovering the most popular beaches and locations.

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These rules mean, if you stay at an all inclusive hotel in one of these resorts, you can have a maximum of 6 alcoholic drinks a day as part of your all inclusive package – 3 at lunch and 3 with evening meals. Soft drinks are unlimited at any time of day and you can buy additional alcoholic drinks if you wish.

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In short, flashing amber means: yes, you can go, but you don`t have priority or right of way. Although friendly and welcoming, Greeks are generally a volatile and excitable race.

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Do I Need an IDP in Germany? Licensed Americans looking to rent a car in Germany should be aware they need an IDP to pick-up and drive their rental in Germany. IDPs are also required if you are looking to drive outside of the country in neighboring Austria.

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Currently, there is only one place for US licensed drivers to get an International Drivers Permits. They can be obtained from American Automobile Association (AAA). There are many places online that offer translated licenses, but AAA is the only certified provider by the US State Department to issue them.

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