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Sep 1st 2008, 3:40 pm

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Re: BC drivers license

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Originally Posted by Linzania

Really useful information here, thanks for everyone for taking time out to help otheres

I am coming to Vancouver in a few weeks time on a BUNAC visa and I'm planning on staying there for a year.

Can I use an International Driving Licence from the UK to drive in Canada for that first year? I have used that successfully abroad before for long periods of time but I'm confused as to whether I can do that in BC before having to get a Canadian licence.

Thanks!

As a visitor, 6 months is the maximum you can use your drivers license. An international license counts for nothing, bring your UK license. As a resident it is 90 days. No good pleading ignorance if you go over, you risk a ticket and possibly your insurance being void and consequently on the hook for any claims.

Sep 2nd 2008, 10:49 am

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Re: BC drivers license

Thank you for your reply. Looks like I'll be studying for a test then.

Would I be able to get insurance for driving for the 90 days easily? I wouldn't be renting a car but driving my boyfriends. What have other people done about that? Any recommended insurance agencies?

Sep 2nd 2008, 2:51 pm

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Re: BC drivers license

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You would likely be able to be covered under another drivers insurance. The cost and any conditions would depend on your age and experience as a driver (how long you have had a license and possibly any claims).