Can I drive in the UK on a TX Driver's Licence?

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Jan 25th 2010 | 11:24 am

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Can I drive in the UK on a TX Driver's Licence?

Well, I never did get around to taking a test in the UK. But, now that I have a TX DL, could I use that over there, if I'm back for a visit?

Jan 25th 2010 | 11:25 am

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Re: Can I drive in the UK on a TX Driver's Licence?

If I remember correctly, visitors can drive on a US license in the UK, and residents can drive on one for the first 12 months after their date of arrival.

Jan 25th 2010 | 11:37 am

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Originally Posted by chartreuse

Well, I never did get around to taking a test in the UK. But, now that I have a TX DL, could I use that over there, if I'm back for a visit?

Yes indeed I use my CA one most times.

Jan 25th 2010 | 12:09 pm

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Originally Posted by avanutria

If I remember correctly, visitors can drive on a US license in the UK, and residents can drive on one for the first 12 months after their date of arrival.

yup.

Jan 25th 2010 | 12:10 pm

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Re: Can I drive in the UK on a TX Driver's Licence?

A UK licence wouldn't be valid anyway.

Jan 25th 2010 | 12:12 pm

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A UK licence wouldn't be valid anyway.

cite?

Jan 25th 2010 | 12:15 pm

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cite?

It's supposed to have your current address on it.

Jan 25th 2010 | 12:35 pm

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Re: Can I drive in the UK on a TX Driver's Licence?

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Originally Posted by chartreuse

Well, I never did get around to taking a test in the UK. But, now that I have a TX DL, could I use that over there, if I'm back for a visit?

They will accept a UK licence, I have used mine once or twice the old paper version one...and when I picked up this Xmas I gave them the choice and they said either it made no difference.

Jan 25th 2010 | 4:38 pm

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Re: Can I drive in the UK on a TX Driver's Licence?

Yes, you can.

Jan 25th 2010 | 4:53 pm

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Re: Can I drive in the UK on a TX Driver's Licence?

Thanks, all. That clears that up.

Jan 25th 2010 | 10:58 pm

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Re: Can I drive in the UK on a TX Driver's Licence?

Having only driven in the US I'd be scared out of my mind trying to drive in the UK!

Jan 26th 2010 | 1:32 am

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Re: Can I drive in the UK on a TX Driver's Licence?

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Well, I never did get around to taking a test in the UK. But, now that I have a TX DL, could I use that over there, if I'm back for a visit?

I assume you are planning on renting a vehicle???????

Then you should use the TX one.

Jim.

Jan 26th 2010 | 1:36 am

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I assume you are planning on renting a vehicle???????

Then you should use the TX one.

Jim.

If the trains spaz out and I need to get somewhere, I'd rent one. Otherwise, it was more about whether I'd be able to drive family or friends' cars, if the need arose.

Jan 26th 2010 | 1:48 am

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If the trains spaz out and I need to get somewhere, I'd rent one. Otherwise, it was more about whether I'd be able to drive family or friends' cars, if the need arose.

You need to see if their insurance company would cover you, on your TX licence, if that is the case. That could be an issue.

Jim.