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International Driving Permit for Nigeria license holders

In short

Nigeria drivers need an IDP in any country that requires one for foreign licences. It is a translation of your Nigeria licence, carried together with it. Nigerian drivers should carry an International Driving Permit alongside their national licence when driving abroad.

Nigerian drivers should carry an International Driving Permit alongside their national licence when driving abroad. 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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Nigeria drivers — common questions

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Do Nigeria license holders need an International Driving Permit?

Nigeria drivers need an IDP in any country that requires one for foreign licences. It is a translation of your Nigeria licence, carried together with it. Nigerian drivers should carry an International Driving Permit alongside their national licence when driving abroad.

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Is Nigeria part of the driving conventions?

Nigeria 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 Nigeria driver get an IDP?

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