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01
What is an International Driving Permit (IDP)?
An International Driving Permit is an official translation of your national driver's licence into multiple languages, issued in the 1949 Geneva and 1968 Vienna Convention format. It lets authorities and rental companies abroad read your driving credentials and is carried together with your original licence.
02
How fast will I get my IDP?
Your digital IDP is generated and emailed in as fast as 8 minutes with Express Processing — always within 2 hours of payment. You can print the PDF yourself, keep it on your phone, and scan its QR code to verify it.
03
Do I need an IDP to rent a car abroad?
Many rental companies — including Hertz, Enterprise, Alamo, Budget, National, Sixt, Avis, Europcar and Localiza — require an IDP when your licence is not printed in the Roman alphabet, and many countries require one by law. Carrying an IDP removes any doubt at the rental counter.
04
How long is the IDP valid?
We offer 1-year, 2-year and 3-year validity options. Choose the length that matches your travel plans; longer validity is the better value for frequent travellers.
05
Is an IDP accepted in every country?
An IDP is recognised in 195+ countries that follow the Geneva and Vienna Conventions. A small number of countries (for example Japan for certain nationalities, and mainland China) have specific local rules — our country pages explain exactly what each destination requires.
06
Do I still need my original driver's licence?
Yes. An IDP is always used alongside your valid national driver's licence — it never replaces it. Always carry both documents when driving abroad.
07
Do you need my licence photo or an exam?
No exam is required. You enter your licence and personal details and upload a passport-style photo; we generate the permit instantly. You must already hold a valid national driver's licence.
08
What is your refund policy?
We offer a 100% money-back guarantee. If there is any issue with your document or it is not accepted, contact our 24/7 support and we will correct it or refund you.
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