If you (and any named drivers) hold a full UK driving licence and are currently not disqualified from driving, we are happy to underwrite your contract.
However, if you have a non-GB driving license, but are a resident of Great Britain, there are a few conditions to meet. If you meet the following conditions, we’ll happily accept your license.
What are the conditions for non-GB licence holders?
- If you hold a Northern Ireland driving licence, we can accept it providing that it is full and valid.
- If your licence originates from the European Union or European Economic Area, we can accept it.
- If your licence is from Gibraltar, Jersey, Guernsey, the Isle of Man or a *designated country, we can accept your licence as long as you have been a resident of Great Britain for less than 12 months. If you have been in the UK for longer than 12 months, you’ll need to exchange your licence for a UK one.
- If your licence is from any other country not included in the above categories, and you have been a resident of Great Britain for less than 12 months, we can accept your licence.
- If you have been in the UK for longer than 12 months, you’ll need to apply for a provisional licence and pass a practical driving test to obtain a UK-licence.
If you want to check if you’re eligible to drive in the UK with your non-GB licence, click here.
And if you have any questions, give us a call on 0800 311 8290, or get in touch using our online contact form. We’re always happy to help.
*Designated countries are as follows: Andorra, Australia, Barbados, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Falkland Islands, Faroe Islands, Hong Kong, Japan, Monaco, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland, and Zimbabwe
| Driving licence | Any conditions for underwriting |
| UK | · Full and valid |
| Ireland | · Full and valid |
| EU and EEA | · Full and valid |
| Gibraltar, Jersey, Guernsey, Isle of Man | · Full and valid · Been a UK resident for less than 12 months. If longer than 12 months then you need a UK license. |
| Designated country: Andorra, Australia, Barbados, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Falkland Islands, Faroe Islands, Hong Kong, Japan, Monaco, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland, Zimbabwe | · Full and valid · Been a UK resident for less than 12 months. If longer than 12 months then you need a UK license. |
| Any other country not included in the above categories | · Full and valid · Been a UK resident for less than 12 months. If longer than 12 months then you’ll need to apply for a provisional licence and pass a practical driving test to obtain a UK-licence. |