Is an Irish driving Licence valid in the UK?
All holders of an Irish licence driving in the UK, whether they are UK residents or visiting there, do not need to take any action, as the UK has agreed that all licences held by a driver from any EU Member State continues to be valid for driving in the UK.
Do I need to change my EU driving Licence to UK?
EU licence-holders living in the UK can continue to use their licence as long as it is valid, subject to UK licence renewal requirements. This means an EU licence must be changed to a UK licence at the age of 70 or three years after the holder becomes resident, whichever is the later.
Do I need to change my driving Licence to a UK one?
To legally drive in the UK, you may need to exchange your driver’s license for a UK drivers license. Moving to the UK and changing your driver’s license is relatively easy for citizens of most countries. You should be able to drive in the country with minimum fuss.
Can I drive in UK with Irish insurance?
Proof of insurance cover is required for those wishing to drive their Irish registered vehicles in the UK, including Northern Ireland. A valid Irish motor insurance disc will be accepted by the legal authorities in the UK, including Northern Ireland, as proof of insurance. This means Green Cards are not required.
How long can you drive in the UK on an Irish licence?
12 months
In short: International licence holders visiting the UK can drive on their valid foreign licence for up to 12 months from when they become resident. – If your licence is from the European Economic Area, you can use it until you turn 70 years old.
How long can I drive in Ireland on a UK licence?
1 year
If you hold a UK driving licence, you can drive in Ireland if you live in the UK and are visiting Ireland. You are no longer able to drive on your UK licence if you live in Ireland. You can still exchange it for an Irish licence provided the licence is valid or is not expired for more than 1 year.
Can I drive in Ireland with a UK licence after Brexit?
In a no-deal Brexit scenario, as a resident in Ireland, your UK driving licence will not be valid to drive here in Ireland.
When do I need to change my UK driving license to Irish?
If you live in Ireland and have a UK driving licence, your licence will continue to be recognised here until 31 December 2020, under the terms of the Withdrawal Agreement. If you would like to apply to convert your UK licence to an Irish licence, see ‘How to apply’ below.
Can a EU citizen get a driving licence in Ireland?
If you are an EU Citizen and you have a driving licence issued by an EU/EEA member state you can drive in Ireland as long as your existing licence is valid. Europeans, can if they wish, exchange their driving licence for an equivalent Irish driving licence once they do so within 10 years of their driving licence expiring.
How can I exchange my UK licence for an Irish licence?
You can now quickly and easily exchange your UK/NI licence for an Irish licence online. No need to complete paper forms, make appointments or visit an NDLS centre in person. All you need is the following: A Public Services Card and verified MyGovID .
Can you change your driving licence in the EU?
Driving licence exchange in the EU You can have only one EU driving licence at any one time. If you move to another EU country, you don’t usually have to exchange your driving licence for a local one. However, you can voluntarily exchange it for an equivalent one in your new country of residence if you wish.
If you live in Ireland and have a UK driving licence, your licence will continue to be recognised here until 31 December 2020, under the terms of the Withdrawal Agreement. If you would like to apply to convert your UK licence to an Irish licence, see ‘How to apply’ below.
Can a driving licence holder in Ireland drive in the UK?
“In the event of a no-deal Brexit, the driving licence of a UK licence holder living here in Ireland will not be recognised and the driver will not be able to continue to drive here in Ireland on that licence,” the NDLS said in a statement.
Where can I exchange my driving licence in Ireland?
You apply to exchange your driving licence using driving licence application form (D401) which is available from NDLS centres, driving test centres, driving theory test centres and Garda stations. You can also download the driving licence application form (pdf) as well as guidance notes (pdf).
Can a non British driving license be exchanged for a British driving licence?
Use this tool to find out how to exchange your non-British driving licence for a British licence. It’s taking longer than usual to process applications because of coronavirus (COVID-19). There’s a different process if you want to get a Northern Ireland driving licence. Is this page useful?