Essential information for UK hauliers driving to the EU after 31 October

The DVSA recently published new guidance for hauliers driving to the EU after 31 October 2019.  The details of this is set out below.

Documents

If the UK leave the EU with no-deal, then UK hauliers and commercial drivers operating in the EU will be required to carry additional documentation.

Drivers will need to carry the following documents:

• A passport with at least 6 months left on it. There are some added complications regarding passports so it is best to check your passport here before travelling check your passport here: https://www.gov.uk/visit-europe-brexit
• An ECMT permit will be required for some journeys. You can check here whether a permit is required – https://www.gov.uk/guidance/carry-out-international-road-haulage-after-brexit
• A Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (see our article on Driver CPC for after Brexit)
• A tachograph driver card
• An international driving permit will be required in France, Italy and Cyprus

Additional documents will also be needed in relation to the vehicle:

• A motor insurance green card for the vehicle and also for the trailer if relevant
• A vehicle log book
• A GB sticker on the vehicle

Separate cargo and customs documents will also be required. These will need to be requested from the shipping agent. If the goods being transported are high risk or controlled products, further documentation will also be required.