Brexit 2018 - Travelling to Europe

Posted on 02/01/2019 09:50 by

Would I be correct in assuming that is only if we accept the "deal" WTG?  On the other hand as far as I can see the requirements will be no different than those imposed upon national from most other countries outside of the EU.  I also expect that we will impose similar requirements on nationals from EU countries.  

Posted on 02/01/2019 11:36 by Cherokee2015

Having read a couple of threads about travelling in the EU after March, we decided to investigate getting and IDP for our trip in June, after all £5.50 isn't much and may possibly save some stress nearer the time.  

Hubby called into the Post Office this morning for a form and has been told that we've always needed one!   However, he's got the form ready to read through and was also told that they can issue the permit over the counter.    

Posted on 02/01/2019 10:47 by Lutz

The whole purpose of an IDP is to ensure a common standard which can be recognised internationally without knowledge of each other's language and at the same time provide proof of identity of the holder. A national driving licence that already fulfils that requirement obviously wouldn't automatically need an IDP.

Posted on 02/01/2019 11:57 by

The link I provided is government guidance, not my arguing a case for IDPs.

Here it is again:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/driving-in-the-eu-if-theres-no-brexit-deal/driving-in-the-eu-if-theres-no-brexit-deal

 

Posted on 02/01/2019 13:32 by Lutz

Strikes me that they are just trying to cover a worst possible case scenario without regard for the likelihood of it happening.