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- Passport<\/a><\/li>\n
- Visa<\/a><\/li>\n
- Driving licence and vehicle documents<\/a><\/li>\n
- Healthcare and travel insurance<\/a><\/li>\n
- Pets<\/a><\/li>\n
- New: the EU Entry\/Exit System (EES)<\/a><\/li>\n
- Which countries are part of the Schengen area?<\/a><\/li>\n
- Practical tips for campers<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Summary<\/h2>\n
If you\u2019re travelling from the UK to Europe for a camping holiday, you\u2019ll need a valid passport, and depending on your trip, additional documents such as vehicle papers, proof of insurance and a pet passport. British citizens can stay up to 90 days in the EU without a visa, though different rules apply to Ireland and Cyprus. Don\u2019t forget healthcare cover with a GHIC card and travel insurance. From October 2025, the new EU Entry\/Exit System (EES) will also affect UK travellers entering Schengen countries, with biometric checks replacing traditional passport stamps.<\/strong><\/p>\n
Passport<\/h2>\n
To travel to the EU, you must always carry a valid passport. This passport must be valid for at least three months after your planned departure date from the EU and must have been issued within the last 10 years.<\/p>\n
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When travelling to the EU, you must always carry a valid passport.<\/p><\/div>\n
Visa<\/h2>\n
For holidays or short stays, British citizens do not need a visa if they are staying in the EU for a maximum of 90 days within a 180-day period. For longer stays, a visa or residence permit may be required.<\/p>\n
EU visa rules do not apply to Cyprus and Ireland. These countries issue visas under their own national regulations. If you are planning to travel there, check with the respective embassy for up-to-date entry requirements.<\/p>\n
Children and minors must also have their own passport and visa (if required).<\/p>\n
Driving licence and vehicle documents<\/h2>\n
Are you travelling with your own car or motorhome? Your UK driving licence is accepted in most EU countries. In some cases, an International Driving Permit<\/a> may be useful, depending on your route and destination. You should also carry the following documents:<\/p>\n
\u2022 The vehicle registration certificate (V5C logbook)
\n\u2022 Proof of insurance
\n\u2022 A GB\/UK sticker (unless you have a number plate with the UK identifier)<\/p>\nMake sure that all your vehicle documents are valid and up to date before you set off.<\/p>\n
Healthcare and travel insurance<\/h2>\n
The old EHIC card (European Health Insurance Card) is still valid in many EU countries, but new applications are issued as a GHIC card (UK Global Health Insurance Card<\/a>). This entitles you to state-provided medical care in the EU at local rates. However, it does not cover everything, so it\u2019s highly recommended to take out additional travel insurance for extra peace of mind.<\/p>\n
Pets<\/h2>\n
Taking your dog or cat on holiday? You\u2019ll need a pet passport, which must include proof of a valid rabies vaccination. Some countries also require additional treatments, such as tapeworm treatment for dogs, so check the specific requirements of your destination in advance.<\/p>\n
- Visa<\/a><\/li>\n
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