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Tax Disc Uk Abolished - What To Present Instead When Abroad / How To Renew?

Posted in: On The Road
Author: Richelle de Wit

As the DVLA has abolished the paper tax disc in October 2014 and has moved on to a strictly electronic registration of vehicle tax, it is difficult for foreign authorities to check whether you have paid your tax.

According to the gov.uk website the DVLA have informed the EU about the disappearance of the paper disk, but we would advise you not to depend on that information to have come through at each and every Guardia office in Spain and, when travelling abroad, to bring proof of payment of the vehicle tax, like a bank slip, to avoid your vehicle being impounded.

More info and a link to check on vehicle tax payments HERE. Scroll way down to the end for the link.

To renew UK vehicle tax online, click HERE.

Please note: The information provided is based upon our understanding of current legislation. It is not legal advice but is provided freely to enable you to be properly informed. We recommend that if you are considering taking action, you should seek professional advice.

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