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You have just moved to Great Britain with a driving licence from another country. How long can you usually drive here on it?

Only for one week
Only for one month
For up to 12 months after becoming resident
Correct
Forever, with no need ever to change it

Why?

If you become resident in Great Britain with a licence from most other countries, you can usually drive here for up to 12 months. After that you must exchange it for a GB licence or pass a GB driving test. Holding the right valid licence is part of the document rules in Annex 3 of The Highway Code.

Highway Code rules Annex 3, DVLA

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