Can my brother who does not carry a US Drivers License drive my car for 2 weeks while visiting from abroad?

Question

As most of foreign tourists owning properties in Florida, my brother was used to drive the family's car while he visited from abroad. I wanted to know if he can still drive our car as opposed to drive a rented car. He is a national from Venezuela and comes to Florida twice a year staying at his own place. If he stops is my insurance valid? Is he violating the law if he drives? What are the consequences

Answer 1

As long as he has a valid drivers license from the country he lives in, he can drive. Be forwarned! Most insurance companies will NOT cover him if he were to get in an accident, meaning all costs would come out of your pocket. If he rents a car, he can purchase their insurance policy and he'd be fine.

Answer 2

It varies from country to country. When I was on vacation in America from England they accepted a UK driver's license. You should ALWAYS check with your insurance company though because they will have restrictions. It's better to check now, rather than find out the hard way. I would also call your DMV to ask them which foreign drivers licenses are acceptable. Consider also an international drivers license that translates the license into English.

Answer 3

Yes, he may legally drive your car if he has a valid foriegn license but some insurers may not cover him. Check with your insurer to make sure he would be covered.

Answer 4

Check with your insurance and the DMV his license should be good for 30 days in the U.S. If they say no have him get a international drivers license

Answer 5

No license, no insurance coverage. Can you say ticket?

Answer 6

so long as he doesn't get pulled over its ok

Answer 7

it's better if he dosen't get caught