What is an International Driver’s Permit?

An International Driver’s Permit is a multilingual translation of your valid driver’s licence.
It helps foreign authorities, rental agencies, and checkpoints quickly understand your driving credentials.
It must always be used together with your original driver’s licence and does not replace it.

Who can request an International Driver’s Permit translation?

Anyone aged 18 or older with a valid full driver’s licence and the required documents can apply for our translated permit booklet.

How old do I have to be?

Applicants must be 18 or older.

Can I apply if I only have a temporary or interim licence?

No. A full, valid driver’s licence is required.

Do all countries require an International Driver’s Permit?

Requirements vary by destination.
Some countries recommend or request an International Driver’s Permit translation for convenience, car hire, or multilingual licence checks. Use our country checker.

Can I request your booklet online?

Yes – our entire application process is fully online.
Travellers choose us for convenience, fast processing, and global delivery options.

Do you offer refunds or guarantees?

Yes. We provide a money-back guarantee if your document is not recognised for verification by a rental provider or travel checkpoint. You can visit our Guarantee page here.

What documents do I need?

You’ll need:

• A valid full driver’s licence (front & back)

• Completed online application

• Passport-sized photo

• Signature

• Debit/credit card

Can I use a scanned or digital photograph?

Yes. Scanned or digital photos are accepted.

Which address should I use for delivery?

Use the address where you want your physical booklet delivered – either your home address or a temporary address abroad.

How long does processing take?

We offer two processing speeds:

• Express: Digital International Driver’s Permit in 5 minutes

• Standard: Digital copy within 24 hours

Printed booklets arrive in 2–15 days, depending on your location and shipping option.

How do I access my digital and physical copies?

You’ll receive an email with a secure download link for your digital copy.
Printing and shipping begin immediately for physical booklets.

Is a digital International Driver’s Permit accepted everywhere?

Not always. Some destinations prefer or request the printed booklet. Check your country requirements in our country checker here.

How long is the permit valid?

You can choose 1-year, 2-year, or 3-year validity depending on your travel plans.

How much does it cost?

Packages start at $45, depending on whether you choose Digital Only, Print Only, or Print + Digital.

I’ve been abroad for over a year. Can I apply for another permit?

Yes. Just ensure your original driver’s licence is valid, as the permit is only a translation and must always be used with your valid licence.

Is this government-issued?

No.
Our International Driver’s Permit is a translation document, not an official government-issued International Driving Permit.
It complements your licence for multilingual verification but does not replace it.

Can I rent a car with the translated booklet?

Many rental companies request an International Driver’s Permit translation, especially in countries where your licence is not in the local language.
Requirements vary, so check with your rental provider or use our country checker.

Which countries commonly request this type of translation?

Our booklet follows widely recognised formatting standards inspired by international road traffic conventions.
Many countries recommend or recognise this format for multilingual licence checks. Use our country checker to view details by destination.

Which countries do not accept your booklet?

Some destinations do not recognise our booklet translation:

• Mainland China

• Japan

• North Korea

• South Korea

• Yemen

• Myanmar

• Iran

Please use our Country Checker here.