Motorists in Northern Ireland have been told that they “could be breaking the law” if they drive in the Republic of Ireland without a green card in the event of a no deal Brexit. They have also been told that they “risk facing a fine and/or having your vehicle seized” in this event.

Several insurance companies sent emails and letters to Northern Ireland motorists stating that in addition to their insurance they will need a green card when they cross the border should the UK leave the EU on March 29 without a deal.

One company, Hastings, outlined that policy holders would have to inform them of intended dates of travel and allow five days for the green card to arrive. Hastings also stated that Green Cards are “usually valid for 15 days but can be extended”.

The Insurance Centre - @ins_centre - an independent insurance broker in the UK, tweeted this afternoon:

In the event of a no-deal Brexit on or after the 29th March 2019, it will be necessary for all UK drivers to carry a Green Card, as well as the Insurance Certificate, as proof of insurance when driving in the European Economic Area, Andorra, Serbia and Switzerland.