GB Stickers the classic oval for classics, kit and keepsakes
The black-on-white GB oval is one of the most recognisable stickers ever made. We print GB-style stickers to your design for classic car owners, caravan clubs, luggage and British-themed merchandise. Driving abroad? Since 2021 the UK identifier has been “UK”, not “GB”, so check current government guidance first.
- Classic oval or your own shape and colours
- Vinyl for vehicles, luggage and outdoor kit
- Printed from your own artwork and wording
Free quote · 10-12 working days from the day you approve your digital proof
Heritage oval design - PDF proof firstNothing prints until you approve it
- Free artwork reviewYour file checked before production
- Custom sizes & shapesMade to your dimensions
- UK-wide delivery10-12 working days from proof approval
Related British and travel stickers
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View Suitcase Travel StickersGB stickers, then and now
The GB oval began as a practical sign for crossing borders. Today it is just as often a design statement, and it helps to know the difference before ordering.
Why choose custom GB stickers?
For decades, a white oval with black GB lettering on the back of a car told everyone abroad where the vehicle came from. That familiar shape now carries plenty of nostalgia, especially among classic car and caravan owners.
Printing your own version lets you keep the heritage look while adding something personal: a club name beneath the letters, a different border, a period-appropriate size for a restoration or a colour scheme for merchandise.
The design also works well away from vehicles, on hard-shell suitcases, cool boxes, motorhome doors, laptops and souvenir packs.
Popular uses for GB stickers
GB-style stickers are ordered for:
- Classic and vintage cars – a period look for show vehicles and restorations.
- Caravans and motorhomes – heritage styling on a rear panel or door.
- Luggage and travel cases – a retro touch that also helps bags stand out on the carousel.
- Clubs and rallies – ovals that combine GB lettering with a club or event name.
- Gifts and merchandise – British-themed stickers for shops and online sellers.
Materials, shapes and sizes
Outdoor vinyl is the natural choice for anything on a vehicle, caravan or case that travels. White vinyl gives the crisp classic look, and a laminate helps keep the white clean against road grime.
The traditional shape is a horizontal oval, but you can order circles, rectangles or a die cut around your own design. Sizes are printed to order, so measure the space on the panel or case first.
For something less permanent on a steel panel, ask about magnetic material instead of adhesive vinyl.
GB, UK and driving abroad
Since September 2021, the distinguishing mark for UK-registered vehicles driven abroad has been “UK” rather than “GB”, so a GB sticker is no longer the identifier to use for that purpose.
What a vehicle needs depends on the country being visited and on what the number plate already shows, and government guidance also covers what to do about an old GB sticker. Check the current advice on GOV.UK for every country on your route before you travel.
Our GB stickers are decorative and heritage designs. No sticker we print makes a vehicle legal to drive abroad, and if you need vehicle placement advice, see GB stickers for cars.
How GB stickers add character
On a classic car at a show, small period details are what people notice. A well-proportioned GB oval completes the look in a way a modern graphic cannot.
For sellers of British-themed gifts, the oval is an instantly understood design that needs no explanation.
Why customers choose AStickerPrinting for GB stickers
We take care with the proportions of the oval and its lettering, which is what makes a heritage design convincing, and we send a PDF proof so you can check them.
Your GB stickers are then produced in 10–12 working days from approval and posted anywhere in the UK.
Customise your GB stickers
Keep it classic or make the oval your own.
Design your GB oval
Tell us where the sticker will go, the size and any extra wording, and upload your artwork. We will review it and send a quote.
- Share your requirements
- Approve your PDF proof
- Printed & delivered UK-wide
Why UK businesses order GB-Stickers from us
You approve every job first
We send a PDF proof for your approval before anything is printed, so size, colour and layout are signed off by you.
Made to your specification
Size, shape, material and finish are set for each order rather than chosen from a fixed list.
A timeline you can plan around
Typical turnaround is 10-12 working days, counted from the day you approve your digital proof. Ask about faster arrangements before you order.
GB-Stickers questions, answered
Can I use a GB sticker when driving abroad?
Since 2021 the identifier for UK vehicles abroad has been “UK” rather than “GB”. Rules vary by country and depend on your number plate, so check current government guidance before you travel. Our GB stickers are decorative.
Do you print UK identifier stickers?
We print the design you supply. If a sticker is intended for driving abroad, check current government requirements for its appearance and placement yourself, and remember that a sticker alone never makes a vehicle legal to drive outside the UK.
Can you add my car club name to a GB oval?
Yes. Many clubs combine the classic letters with a club name, event or date around the border. Send your wording and we will lay it out on the proof.
What size is a classic GB sticker?
Sizes varied over time, so for a restoration it is worth measuring an original or studying a period photograph. We print to whatever dimensions you give us.
Will a GB sticker hold up on a caravan?
Outdoor vinyl suits caravans and motorhomes, and a laminate adds protection. Strong sun over many seasons will dull any printed colour, so choose a shaded panel if you can.
Can I put GB stickers on luggage?
Yes. Vinyl GB stickers work well on hard-shell cases and travel trunks. For soft fabric bags, a tag is often a better choice than an adhesive sticker.
How long does it take to print GB stickers?
Allow 10–12 working days once the proof has your approval, followed by delivery. If you are heading to a rally or show, let us know the date.
- Quality checkedArtwork reviewed and proofed before print
- Clear turnaround10-12 working days from approval
- Tailored quotesPriced for your size and quantity
- Design supportFree artwork review on every order