Green Card – frequently asked questions

• They're an international certificate of insurance that's printed on green paper.
• They're issued by your vehicle insurer to prove you're insured to drive in the EU.
• They're personalised with your UK registration details and are signed by your insurer.
• You'll need to carry your Green Card with you if you're driving in Europe after a no deal Brexit.
• They can't be downloaded so they have to be posted to your home address.
• You may need a second card if you plan to tow a trailer or caravan.

Yes. We, like all UK motor insurance providers, will continue to provide you the legal minimum motor insurance cover for travel to EEA countries as part of your current policy.

So, if you're a UK motorist, you won't need to purchase additional third-party motor insurance policy cover. Many of our customers will actually have a similar level of cover abroad as they get in the UK. For details of your cover, check your policy booklet.

Any member of the European Union, plus Iceland, Norway, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Andorra and Serbia. You'll also need a Green Card if you plan to drive between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Find out more details on the countries included.

While Brexit negotiations are on-going you won't need a Green Card to drive in the EU.

We'll keep this page up-to-date with any new information so make sure to check here if you're planning to drive in the EU.