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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

Those planning to drive to spain via france may need to get two different types of internatinal driving licence permits in the case of a no deal which semms more than likely, which may be as soon as the end of this month, whats your view, they need to apply now.

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By *amnlisaCouple
over a year ago

letterkenny

And the people in the North of Ireland will need a Green Card to confirm they have motor insurance. Many people cross the border several times a day for work and to socialise. This Green Card only gives Third Party insurance compared to the existing cover. Another brexit bonus.

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By *avidnsa69Man
over a year ago

Essex


"Those planning to drive to spain via france may need to get two different types of internatinal driving licence permits in the case of a no deal which semms more than likely, which may be as soon as the end of this month, whats your view, they need to apply now."

It's a pain. I have acquired both types of permit as a precaution. It's actually, quick, easy and a bargain at #5.50 a permit. The one for Spain lasts 12 months, the other 3 years

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By *or Fox SakeCouple
over a year ago

Thornaby

And it's still another impact of brexit.

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By *ara JTV/TS
over a year ago

Bristol East

All this red tape we'll be getting rid of, eh?

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By *or Fox SakeCouple
over a year ago

Thornaby


"All this red tape we'll be getting rid of, eh?

"

Spot on, and don't forget, all the "fun" we've had from trying to get a deal, is just the start, negotiations on a FTA have yet to start.

All the existing FTA deals may also go out the window.

But blue passports make up for everything.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"All this red tape we'll be getting rid of, eh?

"

It's unlikely to worry leavers.

My stereotype of a Brexit voter is not someone who is very worldly and not someone who would be likely to driving their car abroad.

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By *aveandYouMan
over a year ago

Horncastle / Kendal

The clear message is that "we still don't know". Other countries in the EU may not bother about green cards or international driving license. I've driven all over the world. When you look at information regarding a particular country it states you need an international driving license. I've never had one. It's all speculation at present.

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By *oi_LucyCouple
over a year ago

Barbados


"All this red tape we'll be getting rid of, eh?

It's unlikely to worry leavers.

My stereotype of a Brexit voter is not someone who is very worldly and not someone who would be likely to driving their car abroad."

But they are not going abroad. They are only going to Spain

-Matt

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By *avidnsa69Man
over a year ago

Essex


"The clear message is that "we still don't know". Other countries in the EU may not bother about green cards or international driving license. I've driven all over the world. When you look at information regarding a particular country it states you need an international driving license. I've never had one. It's all speculation at present."

The Government have said we may need IDPs in the event of a No Deal. I couldnt risk not having one organised as I drive in Portugal and Spain almost as much as I drive in the UK. If it isnt required Ive only wasted a few quid and some of my time. However, I think this is simply another example of the "known unknowns". God knows what unknown unknowns will pop out of the woodwork

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"And the people in the North of Ireland will need a Green Card to confirm they have motor insurance. Many people cross the border several times a day for work and to socialise. This Green Card only gives Third Party insurance compared to the existing cover. Another brexit bonus. "
That is right they do need that

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Those planning to drive to spain via france may need to get two different types of internatinal driving licence permits in the case of a no deal which semms more than likely, which may be as soon as the end of this month, whats your view, they need to apply now.

It's a pain. I have acquired both types of permit as a precaution. It's actually, quick, easy and a bargain at #5.50 a permit. The one for Spain lasts 12 months, the other 3 years"
That is good you are prepared

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

It's only a pain if you're not used to having to do it.

Once it becomes just the norm it stops being a pain.

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By *wosmilersCouple
over a year ago

Heathrowish

I can remember when we had to get a separate licence for driving abroad.

More importantly, it may put off some folks and have a knock on to the local tourist trade.

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By *mmabluTV/TS
over a year ago

upton wirral


"Those planning to drive to spain via france may need to get two different types of internatinal driving licence permits in the case of a no deal which semms more than likely, which may be as soon as the end of this month, whats your view, they need to apply now."
It is no big deal,we had to do this before joining the EU

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By *mmabluTV/TS
over a year ago

upton wirral


"All this red tape we'll be getting rid of, eh?

Spot on, and don't forget, all the "fun" we've had from trying to get a deal, is just the start, negotiations on a FTA have yet to start.

All the existing FTA deals may also go out the window.

But blue passports make up for everything. "
I renewed my passport last month and it is red but they could still be blue in the EU just a stupid decision to change colour

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I never drive when I’m in Spain, those roads are dangerous and they all go the wrong way round the roundabouts!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I never drive when I’m in Spain, those roads are dangerous and they all go the wrong way round the roundabouts! "

Not driving on holiday is part of my holiday, though I have hired cars in most countries I've been to.

I suppose if permits will be required then I definitely won't be renting a car

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By *verysmileMan
over a year ago

Canterbury

This is all a bit of a storm in a teacup.

There are plenty of non EU tourists in Spain who drive. They simply get a European driving permit. It takes 5 minutes to fill out the form.

Hold on a second......are people on here really suggesting that Brexit is evil because we may have to fill in a simple form?

This is why most people on either side are sick of the arguments. Project Fear.

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By *olly_chromaticTV/TS
over a year ago

Stockport


"This is all a bit of a storm in a teacup.

There are plenty of non EU tourists in Spain who drive. They simply get a European driving permit. It takes 5 minutes to fill out the form.

Hold on a second......are people on here really suggesting that Brexit is evil because we may have to fill in a simple form?

This is why most people on either side are sick of the arguments. Project Fear."

No, people on here are merely pointing out that this is just one more small way in which brexit will make life more difficult for every person that has to deal in any way with Europe.

Still waiting to be given one single example of some way in which brexit will make things better or easier.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"This is all a bit of a storm in a teacup.

There are plenty of non EU tourists in Spain who drive. They simply get a European driving permit. It takes 5 minutes to fill out the form.

Hold on a second......are people on here really suggesting that Brexit is evil because we may have to fill in a simple form?

This is why most people on either side are sick of the arguments. Project Fear."

Nah, I just won't bother paying and applying for something I most probably won't need if I'm going to a major city holiday destination.

If I do a small island for 2 weeks then maybe.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"And the people in the North of Ireland will need a Green Card to confirm they have motor insurance. Many people cross the border several times a day for work and to socialise. This Green Card only gives Third Party insurance compared to the existing cover. Another brexit bonus. "

The green card which your insurance company will issue will give you exactly the same cover as you have in the UK!

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By *ony 2016Man
over a year ago

Huddersfield /derby cinemas

Bit surprised that the leavers haven't claimed we would have to start driving on the right of we remain in EU

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By *aveandYouMan
over a year ago

Horncastle / Kendal

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By *aveandYouMan
over a year ago

Horncastle / Kendal

The remoaners think after the 29th the UK will sink, as the Japs & Germans can't trade their cars with us any more, no food in the shops as much is imported from the EU, no planes flying so you can't go abroad and Teresa May will resign ? Fat chance of any of that happening !!!!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have no idea who you've been listening to pal

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By *aveandYouMan
over a year ago

Horncastle / Kendal


"I have no idea who you've been listening to pal"

Pundit's

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By *wosmilersCouple
over a year ago

Heathrowish


"This is all a bit of a storm in a teacup.

There are plenty of non EU tourists in Spain who drive. They simply get a European driving permit. It takes 5 minutes to fill out the form.

Hold on a second......are people on here really suggesting that Brexit is evil because we may have to fill in a simple form?

This is why most people on either side are sick of the arguments. Project Fear.

No, people on here are merely pointing out that this is just one more small way in which brexit will make life more difficult for every person that has to deal in any way with Europe.

Still waiting to be given one single example of some way in which brexit will make things better or easier."

Not sure it will effect many and it isn't really a difficulty is it? Besides, the reversal may be that there will be fewer motoring accidents around my work area in Dover as fewer tourists fail to drive on the wrong side of the road!!!

Plenty of advantages have been quoted in other forums on here.....maybe remainers just are never prepared to listen and never will?

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By *damantMan
over a year ago

High Crompton

I got two permits last week, one for Spain & one for the rest of Europe.

Guy in the Post Office said they can only order them in batches of 10 so if you think you might need one it's best to get them early.

They're only £5.50.

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By *entaur_UKMan
over a year ago

Cannock


"Those planning to drive to spain via france may need to get two different types of internatinal driving licence permits in the case of a no deal which semms more than likely, which may be as soon as the end of this month, whats your view, they need to apply now."

This is old news OP, there was a thread about this on here about a year ago.

Also what you failed to mention is EU citizens coming to the UK will have to get International driving permits to drive on UK roads, it's a 2 way street and would be reciprocal. You're Swedish aren't you OP?

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By *rench letterCouple
over a year ago

Chorley,

Brexiters seem to like creating more red tape.

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By *entaur_UKMan
over a year ago

Cannock


"I got two permits last week, one for Spain & one for the rest of Europe.

Guy in the Post Office said they can only order them in batches of 10 so if you think you might need one it's best to get them early.

They're only £5.50."

Wow!!!! £5.50!!!! That's whole 50p more than a fab membership.

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By *rench letterCouple
over a year ago

Chorley,

It's not just this it is for business as with our business but perhaps it does not effect you.

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By *andS66Couple
over a year ago

Derby


"I got two permits last week, one for Spain & one for the rest of Europe.

Guy in the Post Office said they can only order them in batches of 10 so if you think you might need one it's best to get them early.

They're only £5.50.

Wow!!!! £5.50!!!! That's whole 50p more than a fab membership. "

Well, silver membership is a fiver for 60 days, the IDP is for 12 months, so fab silver membership is actually £24.91 more!

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By *avidnsa69Man
over a year ago

Essex


"I got two permits last week, one for Spain & one for the rest of Europe.

Guy in the Post Office said they can only order them in batches of 10 so if you think you might need one it's best to get them early.

They're only £5.50.

Wow!!!! £5.50!!!! That's whole 50p more than a fab membership.

Well, silver membership is a fiver for 60 days, the IDP is for 12 months, so fab silver membership is actually £24.91 more!"

There are 2 IDPs needed to cover the whole of Europe. One lasts 1 year and one covers 3 years, both priced at 5.50...bargain

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Those planning to drive to spain via france may need to get two different types of internatinal driving licence permits in the case of a no deal which semms more than likely, which may be as soon as the end of this month, whats your view, they need to apply now.

This is old news OP, there was a thread about this on here about a year ago.

Also what you failed to mention is EU citizens coming to the UK will have to get International driving permits to drive on UK roads, it's a 2 way street and would be reciprocal. You're Swedish aren't you OP? "
That is right they do and yes I am. I dont have a car, so I woulnt need to get it.

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By *anejohnkent6263Couple
over a year ago

canterbury

Well it's easy ....spanish drivers will need permits here ...easy like for like

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By *avidnsa69Man
over a year ago

Essex


"Well it's easy ....spanish drivers will need permits here ...easy like for like "

And tit for tat is a good thing because.....?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Well it's easy ....spanish drivers will need permits here ...easy like for like "

Is this now the closest thing to a benefit from leaving?

Someone else might have more red tape.

Amazing

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By *olly_chromaticTV/TS
over a year ago

Stockport


"Well it's easy ....spanish drivers will need permits here ...easy like for like

Is this now the closest thing to a benefit from leaving?

Someone else might have more red tape.

Amazing "

Yup it's cost the UK billions of pounds, thousands of jobs, and our international reputation. But we'll show those nasty foreigners by making everyones lives just a tiny increment more difficult.

Brexit, the gift that keeps giving.

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By *ara JTV/TS
over a year ago

Bristol East


"Those planning to drive to spain via france may need to get two different types of internatinal driving licence permits in the case of a no deal which semms more than likely, which may be as soon as the end of this month, whats your view, they need to apply now.It is no big deal,we had to do this before joining the EU"

And here was I thinking it was Corbyn who wanted to take us back to the 1970s

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