Happy campers! Caravan travel to become easier in Jersey

Saturday 27 May 2023

Bringing a caravan to Jersey should become easier this summer, as a change in law means visitors won't need to register their vehicle before coming to Jersey

The move aims to cut "red tape" for tourists bringing a caravan, campervan or trailer tent to Jersey.

A change in planning law, which is to apply from Wednesday, means that instead of having to apply for a permit to bring their vehicle on the Island, they will be granted permission by default.

Environment Minister Jonathan Renouf said the existing rules, which mean that anyone bringing a caravan has to register for a permit before getting to Jersey, "seemed overly burdensome for those valued visitors wanting to enjoy a short visit to Jersey without getting caught in red tape".

What's the new system?

The changes will apply to visitors staying for up to 31 days.

However, the text of the new law does not affect the requirement to stay on a registered campsite or size restrictions for these vehicles.

Caravans, campervans, motorhomes, folding campers and trailer tents have to be under 2.3 meters wide, and they cannot be used as overnight accommodation unless they are parked on one of the Island's six designated campsites.

Under the changes, Jersey residents who want to buy a campervan to keep in the Island will still need a letter of authority from the Infrastructure and Environment Department, and visitors intending to stay for longer than 31 days will need to apply for permission.

You can find more information here.