- To take a vehicle out of the UK for 12 months or more, you must inform DVLA
- Fill in the ‘permanent export’ section of your V5C and send it to DVLA
- Update your address on your driving licence if you’re moving home
- If buying a vehicle to take abroad, ensure the seller provides the full log book
- If you do not have a V5C, apply for one before leaving the UK
- If you’ve already left the UK, contact the driving authority of the country you’re going to
- If the ‘permanent export’ section is missing, send a letter to DVLA with your details
- When moving your vehicle between Great Britain and Northern Ireland, fill in the change of address section in your log book and send it to DVLA
- Transfer or retain your personalised registration before exporting your vehicle
Source: gov.uk
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
