Is an old style green paper driving licence valid in France, Belgium, Luxembourg and Germany?

Is an old style green paper driving licence valid for driving on holiday (2 weeks) in France, Belgium, Luxembourg and Germany, or do I need to get an IDP?

Asked on 2 March 2015 by Chris Harding

Answered by Honest John

Yes it is legally valid, but a foreign cop might wonder what this tatty old bit of paper is, so if I was you I'd get a photocard and avoid any potential unpleasantness.

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