British drivers in Spain face higher insurance costs because they could be treated as "learner" drivers as a result of a dispute with Spain over driving licences, according to a report on Spanish News Today.
British drivers in Spain face higher insurance costs
Dispute with the Spanish authorities
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Nigel MaudeWhat do you mean by "anti Brexit campaign". Since when are you not aware you are not part of EU any longer, but you have chosen to be treated as any other country in the world? Since when do you think British citizens can cherry pick the rules that favours you? There was more than ample warnings about changing the driving licence but some chose not to. Either you respect other countries rules and laws, or you stay home in UK. Or could I behave as I like in UK? I'm sure I couldn't.
Nigel MaudeIf they discover you're a permanent resident, your licence will be invalid and you could face fines. Also, playing "eternal tourist" could land you with a visa overstayer stamp in your passport, and you may not be able to return to Spain. If you're a permanent resident, you should become a *legal* permanent resident. Otherwise, you can face some big problems.
Why are residents caught in this "political anti Brexit" campaign, not getting an international licence which has to be recognised as Spain is party to the convention, truly beats me! I am a permanent tourist playing the 90/180 rules and I have both, a full UK licence, (non-EU), and an International licence. Both are available if stopped, so what is the problem.
*sigh* Get linea directa (direct line) . Not only about the best value around, but they accept your UK driving record. Can we lay off the fury, outrage and paranoia now? They're not all "out to get you". You're not that important.
The British ambassador has prevaricated in order to appease expats who were too lazy to follow the rules. Instead, he should've led from the front and driven home the message that the laws of Spain need to be followed. The outcome of this lack of leadership and poor decision making?...… Take the Spanish driving test and pay higher insurance premiums as newly qualified drivers! HILARIOUS! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣