Frequently Asked Questions
F.A.Q.
International Driving Permits are translation documents of a person’s driver’s license that can be used to drive in a foreign country. It will contain the same information as a driver’s license and will be translated into 12 different languages, including English, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, and Arabic.
An IDP is not a driver’s license; it is only a translation of a person’s license and must be accompanied by a driver’s license at all times.
Yes! IDPs can be obtained online through organizations like ours.
Yes! Scanned or digital photographs are accepted.
International Driving Permits do not need to be a considerable expense. They can be purchased through our website for as low as $39 per year.
An IDP is a translation of your license and is not a government-issued document. It simply complements your original license, making it easier for you to drive internationally by providing a translation of your driving credentials.
Yes, most car rental companies will require you to have an IDP before renting a car, even in a country where they are not legally required. Not having an IDP in a foreign country will often lead to a tourist being unable to rent a car, so it is always a good idea to have it present.