We’re often asked if you can hire a car in the UK and take it into France or further afield into mainland Europe. The simple answer is yes, however there are things you need to be aware of.
Can I rent a car in UK and return in France?
Whatever your next cross-country road trip, Avis’ one-way car rentals mean you can collect your vehicle from one location and return it at a different destination at the end of your trip, making any journey possible.
Can you rent a car in one country and return it to another Europe?
Can you return a car in a different country? In some cases, yes. This is most common in Europe, where crossing borders is fairly easy. Usually, rental companies will let you cross borders with the rental car, but a cross-border fee may be also applied in addition to the one-way rental fee.
Can I rent a car in UK and travel to Europe?
Can I take a hire car from the UK to Europe? Yes, you can take pick up your hire car in the UK and drive it in in Europe. A charge will apply when using your car abroad which is calculated depending on the number of days.
Can you take rental cars out of UK?
You will be required by law to be in possession of a VE103B form and an authorisation from your rental car company if you want to take your rental car from the UK across to mainland Europe. Note that this fee applies and may vary even if you have a continental cover which covers hire vehicles.
How long can I drive British car in France?
Vehicles from the UK can be temporarily imported into France for up to six months in any period of 12 months. In order to stay on the right side of the law, the following documents should always be carried: Full, valid UK driving licence. Proof of ID (passport)
Can I drive British car in France?
Driving a British car abroad
You may need a UK sticker to drive your car outside the UK. From 28 September 2021 UK stickers have replaced GB stickers. Check the GOV.UK Displaying number plates website for more information on what to do if you are driving outside the UK.
Can you rent a car in London and drive to Europe?
You can now rent a vehicle from any Enterprise branch in the UK and drive to France, Germany, Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and many more – 24/7 international breakdown cover through the AA included. Please see terms & conditions below for a comprehensive list of countries.
Does my car insurance cover rental cars in foreign countries?
Make sure you’re covered
Most U.S. auto insurers won’t cover you while you’re driving abroad, with the possible exceptions of Canada and Mexico. So unless you have a credit card that offers rental car insurance, you’ll probably need to purchase your insurance from the rental company itself.
Can you rent a car in one place and leave it in another?
What is one-way car rental? One-way car hire is ideal for when you need to pick up a rental car in one destination and drop it off in another. Pick up your car straight from the airport and drop it off at a convenient location when you’re done. It saves you time and effort– compare now to get the best deal.
Can you rent a car in Paris and return it in London?
Can I drive a rental car from Paris to London? Yes, you can rent a car to drive from Paris to London. You can also drop the car in London by paying an one-way fee. It will take 7-8 hours from Paris to London.
How long can I drive a UK car in Europe?
UK law still applies to a UK-registered vehicle if you take it abroad for less than 12 months. That means you need to make sure: your vehicle is taxed in the UK while it’s abroad. you have a current MOT.
Can I drive in EU with UK car?
All UK vehicle insurance provides the minimum third party cover to drive in the EU (including Ireland). You do not need to carry a green card when you drive in the EU (including Ireland), Andorra, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Serbia, or Switzerland. You still need valid vehicle insurance.
What are the rules of renting a car UK?
All renters must produce a valid photo ID such as driving license, passport or ID card. Visitors to the UK must also provide proof of return travel and accommodation information while in the UK. A major debit or credit card is required to cover the the security deposit and the cost of the rental.
Can you rent a car in England and drop it off in Ireland?
Most car hire companies in the UK will allow a renter to take and drive a rental car to Ireland. However, please note that fees and conditions apply. Charges will depend on extra insurance and roadside assistance cover for which you will be required.
What documents do I need to drive a hire car in France?
A valid driver’s license (permis de conduire) and passport are required to operate a motor vehicle. The minimum age for drivers is 18. Proof of insurance is necessary. Carry your identification, license, insurance certificate and vehicle registration (carte grise) with you when you drive.
Do I need a UK car sticker to drive in France?
From 28 September 2021, you must identify that your vehicle is from the UK when driving abroad. If your number plate includes the UK identifier with the Union flag (also known as the Union Jack), you do not need a UK sticker to drive in France.
Can I drive my car in France after Brexit?
If you will be driving in France after Brexit, you can do so using your British driving licence, however, if your licence was not issued by a mainland UK authority, for example in Gibraltar, Jersey or the Isle of Man, it must be accompanied by an International Driving Permit which you can get from the post office.
What do I need to do to drive my UK car in France?
Driving in France
- A full, valid UK driving licence is required.
- A UK sticker to display in the rear windscreen and your motor insurance certificate(1).
- A warning triangle and reflective jacket for use in a breakdown.
Do I need an International Driving Permit for France 2022?
Normally, people driving in France for tourism purposes on non-EU driving licences must either obtain an international driving permit or an official translation of their licence into French. These documents should be used in addition to the standard driving licence.
Do I need a visa to drive from UK to France?
You can travel to countries in the Schengen area, which France is part of, for up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa. This applies if you travel as a tourist, to visit family or friends, to attend business meetings, cultural or sports events, or for short-term studies or training.