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Your License Isn't Enough. Drive Legally in 189+ Countries.
An International Driving Permit means less worry, more freedom — and the ability to navigate your journey with confidence in 189+ countries.
- Digital + Printed International Driving Permit – Always have a backup while traveling
- Accepted in 189+ Countries – Drive legally, stress-free
- Free English ID Card – Helps with language barriers
- Meets Global Driving Standards – Recognized internationally
- Perfect for Non-English Countries – No translation issues
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Recognized for 1 year here. Your IDP stays valid for its full term in 189+ other destinations.
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Recognized for 1 year here. Your IDP stays valid for its full term in 189+ other destinations.
An International Driving Permit is not officially recognized in this country. Please check local driving regulations.
Limited Coverage
Digital Only | 1-Year Validity
$49
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Global Coverage
Print + Digital | 3-Year Validity
$79
$149
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An International Driving Permit is a translation document of your driver's license in several languages. It is a translation booklet that translates your driver's license into a language your destination country understands. This allows foreign drivers to legally drive a private motor vehicle and can be a form of identification.
It is an international travel document and not a replacement for your domestic driver's license or a legal document like a passport. An International Driving Permit is only valid if you have your original license with you.
Some countries, car rental agencies, insurance companies, and/or traffic authorities may ask to see your International Driving Permit whenever you are abroad, so it is best to keep one handy at all times. You should always carry and show your domestic driver's license along with the International Driving Permit whenever asked.
It is an international travel document and not a replacement for your domestic driver's license or a legal document like a passport. An International Driving Permit is only valid if you have your original license with you.
Some countries, car rental agencies, insurance companies, and/or traffic authorities may ask to see your International Driving Permit whenever you are abroad, so it is best to keep one handy at all times. You should always carry and show your domestic driver's license along with the International Driving Permit whenever asked.
An international driver's license, technically, does not exist, so it does not grant any driving privileges and is not considered a substitute for a valid domestic driver's license. But most drivers interchangeably use this term with an international driving permit.
An international driving permit (International Driving Permit) is a travel document governed by international conventions. It is a translation of a driver's license that allows the holder to drive abroad. An International Driving Permit is not a replacement for your valid driver's license from your home country.
An international driving permit (International Driving Permit) is a travel document governed by international conventions. It is a translation of a driver's license that allows the holder to drive abroad. An International Driving Permit is not a replacement for your valid driver's license from your home country.
There are some countries that may or may not recognize your domestic driver's license but will officially recognize an International Driving Permit, which offers a local language translation of your valid license.
In some cases, the destination country's government may not require foreign visitors to have an International Driving Permit, but some car rental companies (such as Hertz, Avis, etc.) may require an international driving permit for you to rent a car.
Quiz: Take our quiz or contact your destination's traffic authorities and offices for more information.
In some cases, the destination country's government may not require foreign visitors to have an International Driving Permit, but some car rental companies (such as Hertz, Avis, etc.) may require an international driving permit for you to rent a car.
Quiz: Take our quiz or contact your destination's traffic authorities and offices for more information.
This International Driving Permit follows the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic.
Most countries recognize the International Driving Permit if presented alongside your domestic driving license. Drivers from countries that use non-Roman alphabets (like Thailand or Russia) are often advised to obtain an International Driving Permit.
Not recognized in: North Korea, South Korea, Japan
Only accept one-year validity printed International Driving Permit: Taiwan, Hong Kong, Thailand, Spain, United Arab Emirates (UAE)
China does not recognize international driver's licenses, and foreign drivers need to obtain a Chinese driver's license.
Most countries recognize the International Driving Permit if presented alongside your domestic driving license. Drivers from countries that use non-Roman alphabets (like Thailand or Russia) are often advised to obtain an International Driving Permit.
Not recognized in: North Korea, South Korea, Japan
Only accept one-year validity printed International Driving Permit: Taiwan, Hong Kong, Thailand, Spain, United Arab Emirates (UAE)
China does not recognize international driver's licenses, and foreign drivers need to obtain a Chinese driver's license.
To get an International Driving Permit, you will need:
• A valid domestic driving license
• A passport-style photo
Process:
1. Fill out the form
2. Upload photos of the back and front of your domestic driving license
3. Upload a passport-style photo
4. Attach your digital signature
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• A valid domestic driving license
• A passport-style photo
Process:
1. Fill out the form
2. Upload photos of the back and front of your domestic driving license
3. Upload a passport-style photo
4. Attach your digital signature
Start your application here
To be eligible, you must:
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be a holder of a valid domestic driving license issued by your home country
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be a holder of a valid domestic driving license issued by your home country
Applying for an International Driving Permit in your home country varies and will most likely take 2–3 weeks, longer if you mail your application rather than visit in person. It is recommended to apply at least 6 months before your overseas trip.
Some providers claim application processing in less than 2 weeks via express shipping.
Some providers claim application processing in less than 2 weeks via express shipping.
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An International Driving Permit is a requirement to drive or rent a car in most foreign countries.