Real consequences of Brexit

brianposter

It might be helpful if there were a thread where the consequences of Brexit can be summarised as they become apparent.

For example, I have discovered that my UK driving licence is no longer valid in Morocco and that I cannot obtain the relevant alternative document without visiting the UK.

Certainly doesnt say much for the UKs Brexit preparations as it is something that should have been sorted out years ago.

Westin

Nothing should change until 31 December.  

Who has told you that your driving licence is no longer valid?  Can you post any web links?

brianposter

https://www.gov.uk/driving-abroad/international-driving-permit

An older version of the advice seems to be here

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/morocco/safety-and-security

Sharon87

Morocco's not in the EU. Do they have an agreement with the EU for driving licences? I would be surprised if they do.
It's common for non EU, non English speaking countries to request an international driving permit. They may have just amended their own policy irrespective of Brexit

shaun_from_Africa

brianposter said:

https://www.gov.uk/driving-abroad/international-driving-permit

An older version of the advice seems to be here

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/morocco/safety-and-security

And what does the older version state?
"From 28 March 2019, you will need to have a 1968 International Driving Permit (IDP) to drive in Morocco."
So the requirement for an IDP in Morocco has been advised about for quite a while.

brianposter

shaun_from_Africa said:

brianposter said:

https://www.gov.uk/driving-abroad/international-driving-permit

An older version of the advice seems to be here

https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/morocco/safety-and-security

And what does the older version state?
"From 28 March 2019, you will need to have a 1968 International Driving Permit (IDP) to drive in Morocco."
So the requirement for an IDP in Morocco has been advised about for quite a while.

What the paragraph illustrates is the complete incompetence that has been applied to carrying out Brexit. There are consequences that have been known about for years and yet little has been done to alleviate those consequences.

28 March 2019 is actually the original ? Brexit date.

Caz3121

brianposter said:

28 March 2019 is actually the original ? Brexit date.

original Brexit date was 29th March 2019

Westin

Are you living and residing  in Morocco or just visiting Morocco but not travelling via the U.K.?  

I notice the www.gov.uk advice states - 

Driving if you move abroad

You need to get a local driving licence if you move abroad. Check with the driving licence authorities there to find out how to apply.

In some countries you can exchange your UK licence without taking another driving test.

- which I think has always generally applied if living overseas for an extended period.

brianposter

Westin said:

Are you living and residing  in Morocco or just visiting Morocco but not travelling via the U.K.?  

I notice the www.gov.uk advice states - 

Driving if you move abroad

You need to get a local driving licence if you move abroad. Check with the driving licence authorities there to find out how to apply.

In some countries you can exchange your UK licence without taking another driving test.

- which I think has always generally applied if living overseas for an extended period.

Simply planning a holiday while already outside the UK. Fortunately I have not booked anything.

Westin

Would it be worth calling the car rental firm and asking if a IDP is required?  Looking at the list an IDP is required in the USA and Australia and in neither have I ever been asked for this or obtained one.  

NoodleDoodleMan

brianposter said:

For example, I have discovered that my UK driving licence is no longer valid in Morocco and that I cannot obtain the relevant alternative document without visiting the UK.

Please clarify - you are currently residing outside the UK ?

Westin said:

Who has told you that your driving licence is no longer valid?  Can you post any web links?

Agreed, that needs clarification.

The relevant Moroccan state official webpage, for information - https://www.consulat.ma/en/driving-license