CHAPTER 1 Appendix 4- Competing Abroad
This brief outline is designed to help competitors and officials avoid problems which can be associated with competing at events overseas. Check our website for current information.
General Use this checklist if you are planning to compete abroad:
• Is the Event on the FIA International Calendar( or the respective ASN’ s National Calendar), otherwise it could be a long trip for nothing.
• Have you got the right Competition Licence( International Driver and Entrant Licence or EU Licence as appropriate)
• If you are taking any banned substance on the current WADA list, a TUE is only required PRIOR to competition for Drivers who are competing in FIA International Events. Please contact the ASN for further instructions.
• Have you‘ permission to start’. Entry Forms often require the stamp of approval of your National Sporting Authority( ASN). Your International Licence is also your‘ Visa’ authorising you to compete abroad. In case of doubt, the ASN can always stamp your entry form but do not leave it until the last minute before the closing date for entries.
• Is / are your Licence( s) signed.
• Do the Regulations call for you to take passport size photographs for Event identification.
• Do the Organisers require any specific paperwork, identification or information.
• Do you have the right Homologation / identity papers / Competition Car Log Book.
1. European Events
1.1. Holders of National or International Licences may compete in Events that are published on the respective ASN’ s National Calendar. They do so under the regulations for that Event and under the jurisdiction of the appropriate ASN( National Sporting Authority).
1.2. These Events will not be on the International Calendar.
2. Travelling Arrangements
2.1. Travelling abroad to compete can be very rewarding, but participants should take the time to be aware of, and prepare for, all the requirements, including required documentation, when taking Competition Vehicles and spares across international borders.
2.2. Ensure any required carnets are in order.
3. Personal Arrangements
3.1. Take your Driving Licence even if you are the Co-Driver; many foreign countries insist on seeing this whether you are intending to drive or not. You may be refused the start without it.
3.2. Find out if the countries you are visiting require an International Driving Permit.
3.3. It is essential to have Green Card Insurance to protect yourself. In some countries an additional‘ Bail Bond’ cover is essential.( NB UK Third Party Fire and Theft cover is not necessarily valid abroad.) Always check with your motor insurer that your UK cover is valid in the country you are visiting.
3.4. Take the Vehicle registration documents or an authority from the vehicle owner that you are entitled to be driving it( eg in the case of a company vehicle).
3.5. Particularly with large or trailered vehicles, check that you are allowed to travel on the roads during
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