Can I rent a car in Ireland with a UK licence?
If you’re thinking of renting a car for your Ireland trip, you may be wondering how Brexit will affect your plans. You will still be able to rent a vehicle using your full, valid UK driving licence. If you don’t have either a UK or EU licence, you’ll need an international driving permit.
Can tourists drive in Ireland?
U.S. citizens are permitted to drive in Ireland for the duration of a visit up to 12 months as a tourist. If you wish to apply for an International Permit for use during your visit you can apply through the AAA in the U.S. – you can find more information here .
Are rental cars available in Ireland?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 6 locations in both international and domestic airport terminals across Ireland. There are also over 20+ neighborhood locations for visitors looking to explore cities, country sides, and the coasts of Ireland.
Can I rent a car in Ireland with a US driver’s license?
No, you do not need an international driver’s license to drive in Ireland or rent a car there. Just bring your passport, credit card, and your driver’s license from your home countr.
Can I drive in Ireland with a UK licence?
You will not need an IDP to drive when visiting Ireland if you have a UK driving licence. You can get an IDP over the counter at the Post Office. An IDP costs £5.50 and drivers must: be a resident of Great Britain or Northern Ireland.
What documents are needed to hire a car in Ireland?
Usually when hiring a car, you will be asked to show proof of identity (for example, your passport) and a credit card. You will also need to show your valid driving licence. Check with the rental company to see if you need more documentation, such as an international driver’s perm.
Can I rent a car in Europe with UK driving licence?
UK driving licences
UK drivers do not need any extra paperwork or an International Driving Permit (IDP) to drive a local rental car in the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein, if you have a card driving licence issued in the UK.
What documents do I need to drive in Ireland?
You need a valid national driving licence or an international driving permit. Northern Ireland uses miles per hour, while the Republic of Ireland uses kilometres. Everyone in your vehicle MUST wear seat belts at all times.
Can foreigners drive in Ireland?
As a visitor to Ireland you can drive on a driving licence from any state outside the EU/EEA for up to one year provided the driving licence is current and valid. However, on taking up ‘normal residence’ in Ireland you must either exchange your driving licence or apply for a driving licence in Ireland.
Can you rent a car without IDP?
IDP needed for car hire. If you have an older, paper UK driving licence, you must take another form of photographic ID, such as your passport. You may need to show an IDP to your insurance company if you’re involved in an accident.
Is my UK driving licence valid in Ireland?
You are no longer able to drive on your UK licence if you live in Ireland. You can still exchange it for an Irish licence provided the licence is valid or is not expired for more than 1 year. You will continue to be licensed during the exchange proces.
Is a UK driving licence valid in Ireland after Brexit?
A. In a no-deal Brexit scenario, as a resident in Ireland, your UK driving licence will not be valid to drive here in Ireland. Prior to 29 March 2019 you could decide to exchange your UK driving licence for an Irish driving licence.
Can I drive my car in Ireland from UK?
Vehicles from the UK can be temporarily imported into Ireland for up to 12 months. In order to stay on the right side of the law, the following documents should always be carried: A valid UK driving licence. Your motor insurance certificate in your name or as a named driver on another driver’s policy.
What do I need to drive in Ireland from UK?
Licence, insurance and Brexit
Don’t worry – you can still use your valid, full UK driving licence to drive in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. If you don’t have either a UK or EU licence, you’ll need an international driving permi.
Is my UK driving licence still valid in the EU?
Will my driving licence be valid? Yes, most UK drivers are still able to use their normal driving licence to drive in EU countries. There are some exceptions and what is called an International Driving Permit (IDP) may be needed. An IDP can be bought at Post Offices for £5.50.
Do I need to change my UK driving licence after Brexit?
EU licence-holders living in the UK can continue to use their licence if it is valid, subject to UK licence renewal requirements. This means an EU licence must be changed to a UK licence at the age of 70, or three years after the driver becomes resident, whichever is later.
Can I drive in EU with UK licence after Brexit?
Rules for driving in Europe
UK licence holders resident in Spain can now continue to drive using their valid UK driving licence until 30 April 2022. UK driving licence holders resident in Italy before 1 January 2022 can continue to drive until 31 December 2022.
What do I need to drive in Ireland after Brexit?
If you hold an NI/ UK driving licence you will not need an International Driving Permit (IDP) to drive in the Republic of Ireland. You will, however, need to carry your NI/ UK driving licence.
Can I travel to Dublin from UK with my driving licence?
Note: To travel between Ireland and Britain with photo identification other than a passport, you must be a citizen of either country. The following forms of photo identification are acceptable once they are in date: Valid passport or Irish passport card. Driver’s licence with photo.