Overview

• UK motorists can be penalised up to £750 for lacking a valid driving licence, insurance papers or vehicle registration when driving in Europe.
• Failure to display the correct UK sticker on vehicles without the GB identifier can incur a €140 (£120) fine in many EU countries.
• Dash cam use is prohibited in Portugal, Luxembourg and Austria, where repeat offenders risk penalties of up to €25,000 (£21,000).
• Sat-nav devices featuring speed-camera detection are banned in countries such as France and Cyprus, carrying fines of up to €1,500.
• Drivers are reminded to carry mandatory safety kit – including warning triangles, high-visibility jackets and first aid supplies – and verify their vehicle’s tax and MOT status.