Driving in Great Britain on a non-GB licence

You can drive in Great Britain on your full, valid licence until you’re 45, or for 5 years after you become resident in Great Britain, whichever is longer

If you’re over 45 but under 65 you can drive for 5 years or until you are 66, whichever is shorter.

Exchanging your licence

You can exchange your EU licence for a GB licence if you wish to - for example, if you need a GB licence for your job. You do not have to retake your test to do so.

You must register your details with the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) within 12 months of becoming resident.

Your answers

Start again

• 1. Are you: a resident of Great Britain?
• 1. Are you: Change
• 2. What kind of driving licence do you have?: Full lorry, minibus and bus
• 2. What kind of driving licence do you have?: Change
• 3. Where did you pass your test?: European Union or European Economic Area
• 3. Where did you pass your test?: Change