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Section 88

FDWH
FDWH Posts: 3 Newbie
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Can I drive in France under Section 88 Road Traffic Act?. The letter ex DVLA says it "might not be accepted" abroad. By phone. they said to check - any suggestions as to how?

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  • agrinnall
    agrinnall Posts: 23,344 Forumite
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    What's the reason for you being under section 88? If it's this then the answer seems to be No.


    https://www.drinkdriving.org/info/driving-under-section-88/
  • FDWH
    FDWH Posts: 3 Newbie
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    Thanks, but that is not the reason. I (foolishly) surrendered my licence a week before undergoing triple A aneurism repair. Now, 12 months later, I had to give measurements of a non-existent aneurism! I have forwarded hospital confirmation of repair, but I can get no estimate of as to when there will be a decision/renewal. This has been going on since Christmas. According to the DVLA ( by telephone) five months wait is not exceptional!
  • a.turner
    a.turner Posts: 655 Forumite
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    I'd say not as you don't hold a valid driving licence and our road traffic act will not apply in France
  • Car_54
    Car_54 Posts: 8,571 Forumite
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    a.turner wrote: »
    I'd say not as you don't hold a valid driving licence and our road traffic act will not apply in France


    Exactly. You either have a licence or not.
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