Which countries can I drive with UK license?


Which countries can I 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.


Which is the most powerful driving license in the world?

Drivers in the United Kingdom and France have the most powerful driving licences in the world, allowing them to be behind the wheel within minutes of visiting another country. An interactive map created by Compare the Market looked at which countries' driving licences can be used most easily in other countries.


Can I drive in Germany with a UK license?

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 USA with UK license?

Thanks to an agreement between the UK and USA, a UK licence holder can drive in the United States if a full and valid licence is held. As long as the licence has been valid for more than a year and is in English, renting a car should not be a problem. That being said, rules between states and rental companies vary.


Can I drive in France with a UK license?

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.