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1. Check if you need a vehicle operator licence
2. Apply for a vehicle operator licence

You will need other licences and permits, depending on the countries you're driving to or through.

1. Check which licences and permits you need

Your vehicle must pass a specialist test before you can transport dangerous goods (ADR test).

1. Book a specialist vehicle test

Check your driver has:

• a valid passport
• a valid Driver Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC) card
• an international driving permit (IDP)

The driver must carry these documents with them.

Your driver will need an IDP to drive in some EU countries if theres a no-deal Brexit.

1. Find out what you need to do if you're exporting your own goods

There are rules for transporting certain goods. Your driver may need to follow set routes or stop at specific check points if youre transporting mixed loads or specific types of goods. Check the rules for:

• live animals or animal products
• dangerous goods
• perishable food
• abnormal loads

1. Find out what you need to apply for if youre moving goods temporarily out of the UK

If you're transporting goods outside the EU they must have been cleared by customs (given permission to progress). The exporter can tell you if this has happened.

All goods will need to be cleared by customs before leaving the UK if there's a no-deal Brexit.