Using and exchanging a foreign driver's licence

How long you can drive on a foreign licence, exchange agreements by country, and graduated licensing if you must start over.

Key points to understand

Grace period to drive on your foreign/international licence

Grace period to drive on your foreign/international licence. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.

Countries with exchange agreements (skip the road test)

Countries with exchange agreements (skip the road test). In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.

Graduated Licensing (G1/G2, L/N…) if no agreement applies

Graduated Licensing (G1/G2, L/N…) if no agreement applies. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.

Practical tips

• Prepare your documents and translations in advance — most delays come from missing paperwork.
• Always note the office name, address, and a contact number before you go.
• Ask the community on MyHAbroad if you’re unsure — chances are someone has already been through it.