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Driving in France
janetmw
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We are planning to take our car to France for the first time since Brexit and COVID.
We are now confused about the driving licence rules. Are paper licences OK or do we need to get an International Driving Permit?
Our GOV.UK site says to check with the French Embassy, but their website has no mention paper licences, just driving licences.
Does anyone have experience or advice? Many thanks.
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Thank you for your reply and link. This is where you are directed from the GOV.UK site. I am just a little concerned that there is no specific mention of paper licences being valid, or not. As I read it, I guess that they are OK, unless anyone knows differently.
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I would play safe and get an IDP. French police are not exactly being friendly if you don't have all your ducks in a row. Are you aware of the other requirements such as emergency warning triangle etc.
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The AA and RAC should be able to advise.
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AA just says you need your driver's licence.
But then on the IDP section it specifies it must be a photocard version.
Check if you need an IDP when driving abroad | The AA
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