What insurance do I need when hiring a car abroad? ... A 'green card' is a certificate proving that you have motor insurance cover when driving abroad.
Can I drive a hire car abroad?
They may ask you to sign an additional document, and/or pay an extra fee so your rental is protected abroad. If you simply drive your rental car into a new country without arranging it, you'll void any protection that's included in your rental (and any extra insurance you buy).
Can I drive a hire car in Europe with UK license?
UK driving licences UK drivers do not need any extra paperwork or an International Driving Permit (IDP) to drive a local rental car in the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein, if you have a card driving licence issued in the UK.
Does my UK car insurance cover me in Europe?
All UK vehicle insurance provides the minimum third party cover to drive in: the EU (including Ireland)
Do you need a GB sticker to drive in Europe?
From 28 September 2021, you'll need a UK sticker instead of a GB sticker on your vehicle to drive abroad. You do not need to carry a green card to drive in the EU (including Ireland), Andorra, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Serbia, or Switzerland.