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=Entering {{PAGENAME}} with a Car or Motorbike=
 
=Entering {{PAGENAME}} with a Car or Motorbike=
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'''Correct as of: <span style="color:red">(March 2019)</span>'''
  
==Required Paperwork==
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''List the paperwork required to enter with a vehicle, including number of copies''
 
''List the paperwork required to enter with a vehicle, including number of copies''
  
 
==Process at border==
 
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''Briefly describe the process at the border to enter with a vehicle''
 
''Briefly describe the process at the border to enter with a vehicle''
  
 
==Cost of entry==
 
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==Permitted length of stay==
 
==Permitted length of stay==
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A foreign registered vehicle can stay up to 6 months in any country within Gibraltar.
  
 
==Extension of stay==
 
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''Describe the paperwork requirements and process at the border to exit.''
 
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==Recommended books for Overlanding in {{PAGENAME}}==
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==Vehicle insurance requirements==
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'Vehicle insuranc is mandatory, third party cover is the minimum accepted''
  
==Cost of insurance==
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==Cost of vehicle insurance==
 
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RHD vehicles can be driven and registered in {{PAGENAME}}. A UK registered vehicle is not allowed to get an MOT in Gibraltar without being re-registered in Gibraltar first.
  
 
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==Roads==
 
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===General Road quality===
 
===General Road quality===
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'Roads are of good quality, although there is a lot of construction and they can be slippy when wet due to the rocky surface.'
  
 
===Road signs===
 
===Road signs===
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'Signage is the same as used in the UK and the European standard road signs are applied throughout Gibraltar'
  
 
===Toll roads===
 
===Toll roads===
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'You must pay to enter the wildlife reserve, but it´s not accessible by car anyway'
  
 
==Bribery in {{PAGENAME}}==
 
==Bribery in {{PAGENAME}}==
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'Bribery is absolutely not accepted in Gibraltar and any attempt to bribe an officer of the law or customs officer may result in jail.'
  
 
==Checkpoints==
 
==Checkpoints==
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'You will only be checked for your passport and visa (if required) on entry and exit of the country, although most of the time the Spanish border guards just wave you though.'
  
 
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* [http://ioverlander.com/ iOverlander] is a website and iPhone application designed by Overlanders, for Overlanders. It contains GPS co-ordinates and reviews for camping, hotels, propane, water, mechanics, borders and much more.
 
''Link to sites that have a list of GPS co-ordinates (or directions) for camping locations (including "wild" campsites), propane filling, gas stations, repair shops, places of interest, etc.''
 
''Link to sites that have a list of GPS co-ordinates (or directions) for camping locations (including "wild" campsites), propane filling, gas stations, repair shops, places of interest, etc.''
  
 
=Special Overland Travel interests=
 
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''List any special items / places that are popular with Overlanders''
 
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Latest revision as of 14:53, 5 March 2019


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Visiting Gibraltar[edit]

Give a brief overview of what it's like to visit. How easy is the border, how safe is the country, are there great things to see and do, etc.

Entering Gibraltar with a Car or Motorbike[edit]

Correct as of: (March 2019)

Required Paperwork[edit]

(To check if you need a travel Visa for Gibraltar, application instructions and fees see: Gibraltar Visa online application at VisaHQ.com)
List the paperwork required to enter with a vehicle, including number of copies

Process at border[edit]

Briefly describe the process at the border to enter with a vehicle

Cost of entry[edit]

Free

Permitted length of stay[edit]

A foreign registered vehicle can stay up to 6 months in any country within Gibraltar.

Extension of stay[edit]

Describe the process to extend the permitted length of entry for the vehicle, if possible.

Storing a vehicle and temporarily leaving the country[edit]

Describe if/how a vehicle can be stored, and for how long.
Also mention if the owner / temporary importer can leave the country while the vehicle is in storage.

Exiting with a vehicle[edit]

Describe the paperwork requirements and process at the border to exit.

Driving in Gibraltar[edit]

Recommended books for Overlanding in Gibraltar[edit]

Lonely Planet Andalucia (travel Guide)
Lonely Planet Andalucia (travel Guide)
by Lonely Planet, Brendan Sainsbury, John Noble, Jose...
From $22.90 on Amazon
Work Less To Live Your Dreams: A Practical Guide To Sa...
Work Less To Live Your Dreams: A Practical Guide To Sa...
by Dan Grec
From $click on Amazon
Overlanders' Handbook: Worldwide Route And Planning Gu...
Overlanders' Handbook: Worldwide Route And Planning Gu...
by Chris Scott
From $22.49 on Amazon
Adventure Motorcycling Handbook: A Route & Planning Gu...
Adventure Motorcycling Handbook: A Route & Planning Gu...
by Chris Scott
From $click on Amazon

Travel insurance for Gibraltar[edit]

World Nomads offer the most flexible Travel Insurance at the best prices for multi-country / multi-year trips. You can buy, extend and claim online, even after you've left home.

Vehicle insurance requirements[edit]

'Vehicle insuranc is mandatory, third party cover is the minimum accepted

Cost of vehicle insurance[edit]

State the price of insurance and a time period.

Where to purchase vehicle insurance[edit]

Describe where insurance can be purchased.

Driving license[edit]

State the kind of driving licenses required. i.e. International Driving Permit.

Driving side of road[edit]

Right.
RHD vehicles can be driven and registered in Gibraltar. A UK registered vehicle is not allowed to get an MOT in Gibraltar without being re-registered in Gibraltar first.

Mandatory items in vehicle[edit]

State any mandatory items that must be carried in the vehicle. (i.e. safety triangle, first aid kit, fire extinguisher, etc.)

Roads[edit]

General Road quality[edit]

'Roads are of good quality, although there is a lot of construction and they can be slippy when wet due to the rocky surface.'

Road signs[edit]

'Signage is the same as used in the UK and the European standard road signs are applied throughout Gibraltar'

Toll roads[edit]

'You must pay to enter the wildlife reserve, but it´s not accessible by car anyway'

Bribery in Gibraltar[edit]

'Bribery is absolutely not accepted in Gibraltar and any attempt to bribe an officer of the law or customs officer may result in jail.'

Checkpoints[edit]

'You will only be checked for your passport and visa (if required) on entry and exit of the country, although most of the time the Spanish border guards just wave you though.'

Traveling with pets[edit]

List the entry requirements and anything else required to travel with a pet.

Gas price in Gibraltar and Diesel price in Gibraltar[edit]

Last updated: (last updated date)

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Gasoline Grade Price
Regular (87) $0.00 USD per Gallon (US)
Super (88) $0.00 USD per Gallon (US)
Premium (90) $0.00 USD per Gallon (US)
Ultra (95) $0.00 USD per Gallon (US)
Diesel $0.00 USD per Gallon (US)

Link to external websites with price & quality information, if available.

Gas and Diesel Availability / Frequency[edit]

Briefly describe if gas shortages are known to occur.
Also state the approximate average distance between gas stations. This is a very rough estimate.

Gas and Diesel Quality[edit]

Discuss if gasoline / diesel considered "clean" or "dirty", and generally high or low quality.
State the sulfur content of diesel, if known.

Safety and Security Considerations[edit]

Driving at night[edit]

Discuss driving at night and if it should it be avoided. Mention why.

Vehicle parking[edit]

Discuss if vehicles can be parked on the street, if they are considered "safe" at night. If vehicles can not be parked on the street, list the other options that exist.

Special driving considerations[edit]

A List of special things to be careful of (i.e. Unsigned speed bumps, abnormal road rules, people or animals on the road, etc.).
List any roads that are not recommended to drive for safety or other security reasons.

Security advisories and information[edit]

Camping in Gibraltar[edit]

Describe if organized "pay" camping is common. List the facilities commonly found at these campsites.
List the approximate average price range of camping in organized campgrounds.
Also discuss the possibility of "wild" or "roadside" camping. How common is it? Is it considered safe, or a bad idea.

Camping guide books[edit]

List and link to books specifically for camping.

Drinking water[edit]

Describe if the regular tap water is safe to drink. If not, describe where safe water can be purchased and the approximate average price range.

Navigation[edit]

Paper maps[edit]

Reise Know-How are amoung the best paper maps. Purchase paper maps before arriving in Gibraltar


Michelin Spain & Portugal Map 734 (maps/country (miche...
Michelin Spain & Portugal Map 734 (maps/country (miche...
by Michelin
From $5.00 on Amazon
Gibraltar 1:10,000 Travel Map (international Travel Ma...
Gibraltar 1:10,000 Travel Map (international Travel Ma...
by ITM Canada
From $4.99 on Amazon
Lonely Planet Andalucia (regional Guide)
Lonely Planet Andalucia (regional Guide)
by John Noble
From $78.78 on Amazon

GPS Maps of Gibraltar[edit]

Review different GPS companies, quality and coverage (Tomtom, Garmin, OSM, Tracks4Africa). (with links to each).

GPS co-ordinates for camping, propane, gas, repairs, etc. in Gibraltar[edit]

  • iOverlander is a website and iPhone application designed by Overlanders, for Overlanders. It contains GPS co-ordinates and reviews for camping, hotels, propane, water, mechanics, borders and much more.

Link to sites that have a list of GPS co-ordinates (or directions) for camping locations (including "wild" campsites), propane filling, gas stations, repair shops, places of interest, etc.

Special Overland Travel interests[edit]

List any special items / places that are popular with Overlanders

Vehicle Maintenance[edit]

Dealers[edit]

4x4s / Trucks

Motorbikes

Local Garages[edit]

Add known good mechanics here.

Buy or sell a car or motorbike in Gibraltar[edit]

Buy
Describe how a foreigner can buy a vehicle. List any difficulties or limitations on where the vehicle can be driven.

Sell
Describe how a foreigner can sell a foreign-plated vehicle, or list not possible.'

References[edit]

Links to the source of any information - blogs or discussion forums, etc.


Helpful External links[edit]

Add any helpful external links here.