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You plan to drive your own car in the EU. Do you now need an insurance 'green card'?

Yes, always, or your insurance becomes void
Yes, but only in one country
A green card is now used instead of insurance
No, but you still need valid insurance
Correct

Why?

Since August 2021 you no longer need a green card to drive in the EU and several nearby countries, but you must still have valid vehicle insurance. Insurance is a legal requirement listed in Annex 3 of The Highway Code.

Highway Code rules Annex 3, DVLA

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