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Driving eligibility extension for certain Ukrainian licence holders and exemptions from VED/registration for certain Ukrainian plated and registered vehicles
10 February 2025
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Transport
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The UK Government is extending driving eligibility for certain Ukrainian licence holders and exempting them from vehicle excise duty (VED) and registration for their vehicles.
Action Requested
The Government is extending the period for which certain Ukrainian driving license holders can drive mopeds, motorbikes, and cars in Great Britain by 18 months. Additionally, it will extend the exemption from VED and registration for Ukrainian-plated vehicles to align with the length of their UK visas, effective from March 4, 2025.
Key Facts
- The extension allows certain Ukrainian licence holders to drive in GB for up to 54 months after becoming resident.
- The exemption from VED and registration applies to Ukrainian-plated vehicles aligned with the length of their UK visas.
- This support is effective from 4 March 2025.
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