Despite the wide variety of public transport available in the UK, you might like the option to drive. You'll find information here on driving on a non-GB licence and car rental services in the UK.
Driving in the UK on a non-GB licenceÌý
If you have a non-GB licence you may be able to drive a car in the UK.ÌýThe best way to find out is to use the government'sÌý
Here is a brief outline of the rules based on where you obtained your licence.Ìý
European Union or European Economic AreaÌý
If you've got a driving licence from a European Union (EU) country. you can drive in Great Britain for as long as your licence is valid, or until you're 70,
Designated country or territory
If you’ve got a non-European Union (EU) driving licence from a designated country or territory, you can drive in Great Britain for 12 months.
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Non-designated country or territory
If your licence is from a ‘non-designated country or territory’, you canÌýÌýafter you've been resident in the UK for 6 months. You’ll first need to take a and then a Ìýto get a Great Britain issued driving licence.
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Get your licence in the UKÌý
You canÌýÌýafter you've been resident in the UK for 6 months. You’ll first need to take a and then a Ìýto get a Great Britain issued driving licence.
Car rentingÌý
There are many car renting services and car clubs in London and the UK to choose from.Ìý are short-term car rental services that allow members access to locally parked cars and pay by the minute, hour or day. The most popular ones in London are:
To rent a car or use a car club often drivers will need to meet some eligibility criteria, e.g. you must have held a valid licence for at least 12 months,Ìýso you may need to search to find the right car rental service for you.Ìý
Important InformationÌý
Please check beforeÌýdrivingÌýin LondonÌýas there are additional charges and challenges.ÌýYou may be unaware of traffic rules and signageÌýpertaining to driving in the UK. To avoid dangerous driving andÌýhefty fines it would be worthwhile going over the