European countries Blue Badges can be recognised for parking
However, GOV.UK advises that before visiting a country, you should always check whether it recognises the UK Blue Badge.
It explains: 'Some countries may require you to display a local parking notice as well as your Blue Badge.'
Let's take a look at just some of the most popular countries in Europe where your Blue Badge could be recognised:
GOV.UK says France 'may not recognise non-EU issued parking cards' while in Italy 'non-EU parking cards accepted in some regions only'.
You can see the full list of European countries where Blue Badges are recognised for parking on the GOV.UK website.
UK travellers can also find links to each country's rules when it comes to parking for disabled people and Blue Badges.
GOV.UK states: 'Even in countries that recognise the Blue Badge, parking rules can vary in different parts of the country. Rules can also change, and some countries may have changed their rules since the pages linked to this guidance page were published (June 26).
'You should research local parking regulations or get in touch with the relevant local authority for specific information.
'Local tourist information centres can also provide advice on parking rules for disabled people and may tell you about any specific requirements or restrictions in the area you are visiting.'
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GOV.UK adds: 'We recommend that you carry any supporting documentation that may be required, such as a doctor's note or a translation of your Blue Badge, especially when travelling to countries with stricter parking rules.'
When parking in European countries, Brits should always look for any signage indicating disabled parking spaces.
Additionally, make sure that your Blue Badge is displayed correctly and that you comply with any additional requirements, such as displaying a parking disc in countries such as Denmark.
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