Last checked: 12/12/2020

Driving licence

Affected by Brexit?

EU driving licences are valid in the UK until 31 December 2020.

UK driving licences are valid in the EU until 31 December 2020.

From 1 January 2021 contact the relevant national administration to find out about the new rules.

See also:

Questions and Answers – the rights of EU and UK citizens, as outlined in the Withdrawal Agreement
UK government information and guidance on Brexit

If you move to another EU country, you might want to know if you can drive there with your current licence. Do you need to exchange your licence for a local one? Where should you renew it if it expires? What are the requirements to get one?

Find out more about:

Getting a driving licence in the EU
Driving licence renewal in another EU country
Driving licence exchange and recognition in the EU