Can I drive in Great Britain on my foreign licence?
What you need to know
Great Britain means England, Scotland and Wales. The rules are not identical to those for Northern Ireland, so use the correct official guidance for where you will actually drive.
Do not rely on the appearance of the licence alone. Use the GOV.UK non-GB licence checker before arranging a vehicle or insurance.
Being legally entitled to drive and being insured to drive are separate questions. You need both.
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