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1. INTRODUCTION 2. INCOTERMS 3. THE SCHENGEN AGREEMENT 4. PASSPORT AND VISA REQUIREMENTS 5. IMMIGRATION CONTROLS 6. PHYTOSANITARY REQUIREMENTS 7. TUNNELS 8. Quick Exam Numbers / Facts – Memorise These 9. Final Memory Checklist

4. PASSPORT AND VISA REQUIREMENTS

4.1 PASSPORTS

  • UK citizens working as international drivers must have a full valid passport when crossing borders into EU Member States and non-EU countries.
  • The source states that passports should have at least 6 months of validity remaining.
  • Some countries may refuse admission where less validity remains.

4.2 VISAS

  • The source states that UK drivers do not require visas when travelling to or through the 27 EU Member States.
  • Visas are required for journeys to a number of non-EU states.
  • The source principally identifies:
  • Virtually all ex-USSR states, including Russia, Armenia, Belarus and Ukraine.
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  • The Middle East.
  • Visas may be obtained in the UK from the relevant country's embassy.

4.3 SCHENGEN VISAS

  • A Schengen Visa is required for non-European citizens travelling for business in the Schengen Area.
  • Depending on the visa issued, entry may be:
  • Single entry.
  • Multiple entry.
  • The source states a maximum stay of 3 months per year within a period of 6 months.
  • If travelling to only one Schengen country, apply through that country's appropriate embassy or consulate.
  • For visits to two or more Schengen countries, apply through the embassy/consulate of the country where the traveller will spend most travelling days.
  • This is referred to as the main destination.

4.4 DRIVING LICENCES

  • At border crossings, UK drivers must be able to provide acceptable evidence that they are authorised to drive.
  • Most European countries will accept a current UK driving licence valid for the vehicle category being driven, according to the source.
  • The source states that UK driving licences are not accepted in Russia, Ukraine and most of the Middle East.
  • An International Driving Permit (IDP) is required for driving in those countries.
  • IDPs covering the correct vehicle category are accepted throughout Europe.
  • The source states they are available from the Post Office on payment of a small fee and production of a passport photograph and full valid UK driving licence.
  • Applicants must be at least 18 years old.