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Start an International Driving Permit check

Select a destination for a starting point, then verify the answer for your licence origin, licence format, stay length and rental provider.

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We’ll show the destination record first, then you can verify the licence and rental details that apply to your trip.

Important: A destination alone cannot determine your IDP requirement. Official rules can depend on where your licence was issued, its format, how long you stay and the rental company’s terms.

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What is an International Driving Permit?

An International Driving Permit (IDP) is a document that translates your domestic driving licence into multiple languages. It is not a standalone licence — you must always carry your original licence alongside the IDP.

IDPs are issued by an authorized organization serving the jurisdiction that issued your driving licence. Validity, accepted convention and application process vary, so use the official authority for your licence origin.

Key points:

  • Always obtain your IDP from the relevant issuing authority before departure
  • An IDP does not replace your driving licence — carry both
  • Some destinations accept foreign licences without an IDP for short visits
  • Car rental companies may require an IDP even if local law doesn't
  • IDP types can follow the 1926, 1949 or 1968 conventions — check which one your route and licence authority require

Read our complete IDP guide →

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Check destination-specific rules and compare a related planner. Tool outputs are planning aids, not official permission or live route data.

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