Can you lease a car in the UK as an international citizen?
If you’re thinking about heading to the UK for work and you need to be mobile, then a car subscription or car lease is what you’ll need.
There are many benefits to car leasing in the UK but will this be possible with an international driving licence?
Can I lease a car in the UK?
Yes, it is possible to lease a car as an international citizen in the UK but it is not easy to find a provider willing to supply you terms.
You will need a specialist company who deals with international travellers such as Car Leases for Expats or Expat Ride, they will help you every step of the way and get you in a shiny set of wheels.
Non-UK Licences Accepted
The following licences will be allowed to lease cars:
- EU
- US
- Canada
- Australia
- New Zealand
It is also highly recommended to have a UK bank account, we highly recommend TransferWise to start with. It’s easy to set up, cheap to maintain and provides you with the ability to pay for your car lease via Direct Debit.
What Cars Would I Get?
This all depends on the provider, but most off their ‘flexible’ selection of vehicles which in the UK can be called Short-Term Car Leases or Car Subscriptions. They are the same product really.
Most offer the latest models whether you want something small like a Fiat 500e right up to large luxury SUV’s such as the Volvo XC90.
More Information on getting a UK Car Lease
If you need any further information, we would highly recommend the following articles:
Car Lease Services in UK
This is a handy tool: https://car-subscriptions.co.uk/new-tools-for-those-looking-for-an-expat-car-subscription/