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Old 15-01-2008, 08:39 AM   #4 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by pabloke99 View Post
When working in Oz in 1999 I was pulled over for speeding, but the copper let me off with a warning when I produced my UK dvg lic; guess it was just too much trouble for him. I am curious as to whether this ploy would still work once I'm a permanent resident?
Once you get permanent residency, you have 3 months to convert your UK license to a local one, otherwise you will run the risk of being prosecuted for unlicensed driving as well as speeding!

I've already looked into that one!

Dave
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