Can I take my vehicle abroad and how does this work?
You can take your Motability Scheme vehicle abroad. You can read the full list of where you can go and still get your all-inclusive package.
You can only take your car abroad for 90 days in total within a 12 month period.
If you’d like to stay longer than 90 days, you’ll need written permission. Please contact us at least three weeks before you travel and we’ll let you know if we can agree to this and confirm in writing.
You need to get a VE103 form and take it with you
This proves you have permission to take your Scheme vehicle outside of the UK.
The VE103 certificate is valid for 12 months and covers you for multiple trips outside of the UK during that time.
If you live in Northern Ireland, you’ll also need a VE103 certificate to travel to the Republic of Ireland for any length of time.
Here’s how to get one:
- Call the RAC on 0800 731 3310 at least three weeks before you leave
- Tell them about your travel plans
- You might need to pay a £22 admin fee
- Understand how your cover works: the RAC will explain it
Who needs to pay an admin feed for a VE103 certificate?
If you order on or after 1 July 2026, new leases will pay a £22 admin fee for the VE103 certificate. This will not apply to customers who get their allowance from Social Security Scotland. We'll be in touch when changes to the Scheme will be introduced for you.
Customers in Northern Ireland will not need to pay the £22 administration fee when travelling to the Republic of Ireland. We’re offering this extra support because many customers regularly travel across the border as part of their everyday journeys.
If you want to travel for longer than 90 days
Call our customer services team on 0300 456 4566 at least three weeks before you plan to leave.
Our insurance provider will let you know if you can extend your insurance cover, but you might need to pay a charge.
You cannot get cover for legal expenses while you're abroad.
Adding a UK sticker
Before you travel, you’ll need to buy and display a UK sticker to the back of your vehicle. These can be bought online, from garages, or your local post office.
If you have a scooter or powered wheelchair
You can take your product abroad for up to 30 days in total within a 12-month period.
You will not be covered for legal expenses and breakdowns while you're abroad.