The European Parliament allowed refugees from Ukraine to use national driving licenses within the framework of the European Union. According to a message on the website of the European Parliament, on July 7, 561 deputies supported this decision, 6 were against, and 5 abstained..

Thus, Ukrainians who fled the Russian invasion and received the temporary protection status will be able to continue to use the Ukrainian driver's license without having to exchange it for an EU driver's license or take a new driving test while they enjoy the temporary protection status..

If a person loses or forfeits the rights, the EU countries will be able to issue a new driver's license, provided that Ukraine confirms that the person has a valid driver's license in the country, and the applicant provides a certificate confirming the physical and mental fitness for driving.

Also, Ukrainian refugees who worked as truck and bus drivers will be able to confirm in the EU certificates of professional competence issued in Ukraine after a short training course and an exam. It is to work in the EU during the period of temporary protection and help export Ukrainian goods.

Now the decision must be officially taken by the Council of the EU. The regulation will enter into force five days after its publication in the Official Journal of the EU.