Ireland

International Driving Permit for Ireland license holders

In short

Ireland drivers need an IDP in any country that requires one for foreign licences. It is a translation of your Ireland licence, carried together with it. Irish drivers should carry an International Driving Permit with their licence when driving outside the EU and EEA.

Irish drivers should carry an International Driving Permit with their licence when driving outside the EU and EEA. Your International Driving Permit is the recognised multilingual translation of your existing licence, issued in the official UN-convention format and carried alongside your national licence.

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Last reviewed June 2026

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Ireland drivers — common questions

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Do Ireland license holders need an International Driving Permit?

Ireland drivers need an IDP in any country that requires one for foreign licences. It is a translation of your Ireland licence, carried together with it. Irish drivers should carry an International Driving Permit with their licence when driving outside the EU and EEA.

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Is Ireland part of the driving conventions?

Ireland is party to 1949 Geneva and 1968 Vienna Conventions on road traffic, which govern which IDP format applies abroad.

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How fast can a Ireland driver get an IDP?

As fast as 8 minutes — enter your details and licence, pay, and your digital permit is emailed to you.