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Does Taiwan require an International Driving Permit?

Original license: Always required
Format accepted: Printed & digital
Issuer matters: Verify authority recognition
Valid from entry: Up to 3 years

Taiwan allows foreign nationals to drive for up to one year from entry with a recognized International Driving Permit alongside their valid domestic license. Issuing authority recognition matters here, confirm yours is accepted before driving.

Driver type	Requirement	Notes
Tourist / short-term visitor	Required in most cases	Carry original license at all times
Rental car driver	Commonly required	Verify issuing authority with your rental company
Long-term foreign resident	Different rules apply	After 1 year, a local license may be needed
Mutually recognized license holder	May be exempt	Depends on home country agreement

What are the requirements to get an International Driving Permit in Taiwan?

Make sure you meet the eligibility requirements and have the following documents ready before you start.

Documents needed

All it takes is what’s already in your wallet

Valid domestic driver’s license
Passport-style photo
Valid government-issued ID
Completed online application

Eligibility

You must meet every condition below

18 years or older
Valid home country license
License not suspended
Applicable from home or abroad

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Driving in Taiwan without the right documents? That’s a one-way ticket to fines, rental rejections, or worse—your trip getting cut short by the police.
Most travelers don’t even know they need an International Driving Permit (International Driving Permit) until it’s too late.

If you’re planning to explore Taiwan by car or scooter, don’t make that mistake. Here’s everything you need to know—from International Driving Permit rules and rental requirements to what to do if you already arrived without one.

What Is an International Driving Permit (International Driving Permit) and Why Taiwan Requires One?

An International Driving Permit is a translation of your home driver’s license—Taiwan requires it for most foreign drivers.

You must carry your valid home license and your International Driving Permit together. The International Driving Permit alone doesn’t give you driving rights. It’s just a backup that local police and rental agencies understand.

Taiwan recognizes International Driving Permits based on both the 1949 and 1968 UN Conventions. But remember—your International Driving Permit is only valid if your home license is valid. If your license expires, your International Driving Permit becomes useless—even if the date on it says otherwise.

International Driving Permit or IDL? There’s a Big Difference

An "International Driving License" doesn’t exist. If you’re offered one, it’s likely a scam.

The real document is the International Driving Permit (International Driving Permit). You can only get it from your home country—usually through a government body or authorized automobile association. For example, AAA in the U.S. or LTO in the Philippines.

Watch out for sketchy websites promising instant IDLs online. You could end up with a fake document—and a fine of up to NT$24,000 (about $750 USD) if caught.

Do You Need an International Driving Permit in Taiwan?

Yes, unless you're from a country with a special agreement, you need an International Driving Permit to drive in Taiwan.

Taiwan uses a principle of reciprocity. That means they allow what your country allows their citizens.

Here’s how it usually works:

Short stay (under 30 days): You can drive with your valid International Driving Permit + home license—no need to register.
Staying over 30 days: You must register your International Driving Permit at a Motor Vehicles Office (MVO).
Over 6months: Taiwan expects you to apply for a local driver’s license.

Some countries have special rules.
Example:

🇯🇵 Japan – Use a license with certified Chinese translation
🇭🇰 Hong Kong – May use HK license directly in Taiwan proper
🇺🇸 USA – International Driving Permit required + some states allow license conversion

How to Get an International Driving License for Taiwan

You must get your International Driving Permit from your home country before your trip. Taiwan doesn’t issue International Driving Permits to foreigners.

The process is easy with the International Drivers Association.

Get it online in 8 minutes.
✅ Instant digital copy
✅ Printed copy delivered to your address
✅ Accepted in Taiwan if based on 1949/1968 Convention
✅ Unlimited replacement if lost or stolen

Or, apply through your country’s local provider like:

AAA (USA)
LTO (Philippines)
RAC (UK)
ACI (Italy)

You’ll need:

A valid home license
Passport-sized photo
Application form

Small fee (varies)

Already in Taiwan Without an International Driving Permit?

You can’t drive in Taiwan until you have a valid International Driving Permit in hand. It’s required by law, and driving without one can get you fined up to NT$24,000.

Taiwan doesn’t issue International Driving Permits to foreigners.
You’ll need to request a new one from your home country.

If you got your International Driving Permit from the International Drivers Association, you’re in luck—they offer unlimited replacements and can ship internationally, even while you’re overseas. That means less waiting, fewer headaches, and no risk of buying a fake.

What If I Plan to Stay Longer?

Staying more than 30 days? You must register your International Driving Permit at the local MVO to keep driving.

What you’ll need:

Original International Driving Permit (not expired)
Your home license
Passport + ARC (if you have one)
Application form + 1 passport photo
NT$150 fee

This extends your International Driving Permit’s use in Taiwan for up to 1 year, but not beyond your ARC, International Driving Permit, or license expiry.

Planning to stay over 6 months? You’ll be expected to get a Taiwanese license—either by converting your license or taking the local driving test.

Lost or Stolen International Driving Permit in Taiwan?

Contact the original issuer immediately and request a replacement.

If you got your International Driving Permit through InternationalDriversAssociation.com, you’re covered with unlimited replacements.

You can’t drive until it arrives.

Filing a police report helps with documentation, but doesn’t make you eligible to drive. You still need the physical document.

Can I Drive in Taiwan With My Home License?

Let’s break it down:

Can I drive in Taiwan with US license?
No, not without an International Driving Permit unless you have a Taiwanese license or your state has a reciprocal agreement.
Can I drive in Taiwan with Indian license?
No. You need an International Driving Permit issued in India and your Indian license.
Can I drive in Taiwan with Philippines license?
Yes, with a valid International Driving Permit issued in the Philippines.

Italian/Turkish license valid in Taiwan?
Yes, with a valid International Driving Permit. Some may convert licenses if staying longer.

Always check your country's status here: Taiwan MOTC Driving Reciprocity Table

Do Rental Companies in Taiwan Require an International Driving Permit?

Yes. Most won’t rent you a car or scooter without a valid International Driving Permit and home license.

You’ll also need:

Your passport or ARC
A credit card (not debit)
An International Driving Permit showing car/motorcycle endorsement

For scooters:
Your International Driving Permit must show motorcycle privileges. Some agencies won’t rent scooters to people under 20.

What Happens If You Drive Without an International Driving Permit?

You risk a fine up to NT$24,000—and possibly worse.

If you’re caught driving without the proper license and International Driving Permit:

🚫 You can’t rent another vehicle
🚫 You may void your insurance
🚫 You’re liable for all damages if there’s an accident
🚫 Your vehicle may be impounded
🚫 Deportation is possible in extreme cases

How Long Is an International Driving Permit Valid in Taiwan?

Up to 1 year—but only if you register it after 30 days.

Without registration: valid for the first 30 days after arrival
With registration: up to 12 months, but never longer than:
- your International Driving Permit expiry
- your home license expiry
- your visa or ARC

Always check all dates before registering.

What Should I Carry When Driving in Taiwan?

You’ll need all of these—every time:

✅ Original passport or ARC
✅ National driver’s license
✅ Valid International Driving Permit
✅ Vehicle rental contract
✅ Insurance documents (provided by rental)

Make digital backups of everything, just in case.

Recap: Your Driving Essentials in Taiwan

🛑 Don’t try to drive without an International Driving Permit
🗺️ Get your International Driving Permit before flying to Taiwan
🧾 Always carry it with your home license
🕒 Register it at the MVO if you’ll drive for more than 30 days
🔁 If it’s lost, only your home country can replace it
📅 Plan ahead—your license and International Driving Permit must stay valid the whole time

Ready to Hit the Road in Taiwan?

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Et International Driving Permit er et oversettelsesdokument av førerkortet ditt på flere språk. Det er en oversettelsesbrosjyre som oversetter førerkortet ditt til et språk destinasjonslandet ditt forstår. Dette gjør det mulig for utenlandske sjåfører å lovlig kjøre et privat motorkjøretøy og kan være en form for identifikasjon.

Det er et internasjonalt reisedokument og ikke en erstatning for ditt nasjonale førerkort eller et juridisk dokument som et pass. Et International Driving Permit er kun gyldig hvis du har det originale førerkortet ditt med deg.

Noen land, bilutleiefirmaer, forsikringsselskaper og/eller trafikkansvarlige kan be om å se ditt International Driving Permit når du er i utlandet, så det er best å ha ett tilgjengelig til enhver tid. Du bør alltid ha med deg og vise ditt nasjonale førerkort sammen med International Driving Permit når du blir bedt om det.

Et internasjonalt førerkort eksisterer teknisk sett ikke, så det gir ingen kjørerettigheter og anses ikke som en erstatning for et gyldig nasjonalt førerkort. Men de fleste sjåfører bruker dette begrepet om hverandre med en internasjonal kjøretillatelse.

En internasjonal kjøretillatelse (International Driving Permit) er et reisedokument regulert av internasjonale konvensjoner. Det er en oversettelse av et førerkort som lar innehaveren kjøre i utlandet. Et International Driving Permit er ikke en erstatning for ditt gyldige førerkort fra hjemlandet ditt.

Det er noen land som kanskje eller kanskje ikke anerkjenner ditt nasjonale førerkort, men som offisielt vil anerkjenne et International Driving Permit, som tilbyr en lokal språkoversettelse av ditt gyldige førerkort.

I noen tilfeller kan destinasjonslandets regjering ikke kreve at utenlandske besøkende har et International Driving Permit, men noen bilutleiefirmaer (som Hertz, Avis, osv.) kan kreve en internasjonal kjøretillatelse for at du skal kunne leie bil.

Quiz: Ta vår quiz eller kontakt destinasjonens trafikkansvarlige og kontorer for mer informasjon.

Dette International Driving Permit følger 1949 Genève-konvensjonen om veitrafikk.

De fleste land anerkjenner International Driving Permit hvis det presenteres sammen med ditt nasjonale førerkort. Sjåfører fra land som bruker ikke-romerske alfabeter (som Thailand eller Russland) anbefales ofte å skaffe seg et International Driving Permit.

Ikke anerkjent i: Nord-Korea, Sør-Korea, Japan

Aksepterer kun ett års gyldighet trykt International Driving Permit: Taiwan, Hong Kong, Thailand, Spania, De forente arabiske emirater (UAE)

Kina anerkjenner ikke internasjonale førerkort, og utenlandske sjåfører må skaffe seg et kinesisk førerkort.

For å få et International Driving Permit trenger du:

• Et gyldig nasjonalt førerkort
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For å være kvalifisert må du:

• Være minst 18 år gammel
• Være innehaver av et gyldig nasjonalt førerkort utstedt av hjemlandet ditt

Å søke om et International Driving Permit i hjemlandet ditt varierer og vil mest sannsynlig ta 2–3 uker, lenger hvis du sender søknaden din i posten i stedet for å besøke personlig. Det anbefales å søke minst 6 måneder før din utenlandsreise.

Noen leverandører hevder søknadsbehandling på mindre enn 2 uker via ekspress frakt.

Et International Driving Permit er i hovedsak et oversettelsesdokument av førerkortet ditt på flere forskjellige språk. Det brukes til å oversette førerkortet ditt til et språk som destinasjonslandet ditt forstår.

Det er ikke en erstatning for ditt originale førerkort eller et juridisk dokument som et pass. Et International Driving Permit er kun gyldig hvis du har det originale førerkortet ditt med deg.

Tilgjengelig på 12 språk, noe som gjør det enklere for deg å kommunisere med utenlandske tjenestemenn og forstå trafikkskilt og forskrifter i land hvor engelsk ikke er mye brukt. Denne ekstra bekvemmeligheten og tilgjengeligheten hjelper deg med å navigere utenlandske veier med større selvtillit.

Denne lengre gyldighetstiden presenteres som nyttig for hyppige reisende som planlegger flere turer og lengre opphold i utlandet, noe som reduserer behovet for å skaffe et nytt International Driving Permit for hver tur.

Å kjøre uten gyldig førerkort i et fremmed land kan resultere i bøter, juridiske problemer eller andre straffer. Et International Driving Permit hjelper med å demonstrere at du er riktig lisensiert i hjemlandet ditt når du kjører i utlandet.

Noen tjenester hevder at du kan skaffe et International Driving Permit til en rimelig pris uten å gå på kompromiss med kvalitet eller service, og advarer mot overprisede eller falske tillatelser fra uoffisielle leverandører.

Noen leverandører tilbyr verdensomspennende ekspress frakt slik at reisende kan motta sitt International Driving Permit raskt og effektivt før reisen.