Multi-Country Road Trip

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Essential checklist for planning a multi-country road trip.

• Confirm route and border crossings

  List countries, crossing points, and alternate routes to avoid closed borders.

• Check passport validity and visas

  Ensure passports valid 6+ months and obtain any required visas in advance.

• Arrange an international driving permit (IDP)

  Get the IDP required by some countries and carry it with your license.

• Verify car insurance covers every country or buy cross-border cover

  Request a 'green card' or add temporary cover for countries you will enter.

• Prepare vehicle documents

  Gather original documents and copies to present at borders.

• Pack the vehicle registration document (V5/title)

  Carry the original registration; stores quickly accessible copy as backup.

• Pack rental authorization or written owner permission if renting

  Include rental agreement showing cross-border permission and driver names.

• Service the car: check oil, brakes, tires, battery and lights

  Do a full service or checklist to avoid breakdowns far from home.

• Assemble a roadside emergency kit

  Include basics plus items specifically required by countries you visit.

• Add a spare tire, jack, and basic tire repair kit

  Ensure spare is inflated and tools fit your vehicle.

• Include warning triangle, hi-vis vest, and a first-aid kit

  Many countries legally require these items; carry one per occupant if needed.

• Confirm roadside assistance covers all countries and enroll if needed

  Check tow limits, call-out fees and multilingual support availability.

• Set up toll tags, vignettes, and country-specific permits

  Buy electronic toll tags or vignettes in advance where possible.

• Arrange a fuel card, notify your bank, and enable international payments

  Get a fuel card accepted in route countries and remove ATM limits.

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