Oregon
OregonHow to get an International Driving Permit in Oregon
In short
Yes, in any country that requires an IDP for foreign drivers — your Oregon license alone is not enough there. The IDP is a translation of your Oregon license, carried together with it. Oregon drivers show the IDP and the Oregon license together; the permit translates, the license authorizes.
Portland's Pacific routes make Japan a top trip for travelers from Portland, Eugene, and Bend, and Italy anchors the Europe side — both countries require an IDP alongside a US license. AAA branch coverage in Oregon varies by region and has been shrinking; the booklet is issued against your Oregon license fully online. The IDP itself is the multilingual translation of your existing license, issued in the official UN-convention format and carried alongside it.
Last reviewed June 2026
Oregon drivers — common questions
01
Do Oregon license holders need an International Driving Permit?
Yes, in any country that requires an IDP for foreign drivers — your Oregon license alone is not enough there. The IDP is a translation of your Oregon license, carried together with it. Oregon drivers show the IDP and the Oregon license together; the permit translates, the license authorizes.
02
Can I get an IDP in Oregon without going to AAA?
Yes — the whole application is online. Enter your Oregon license details, pay, and your digital IDP booklet is emailed to you in as fast as 8 minutes. No appointment and no branch visit.
03
Which convention covers Oregon licenses abroad?
Oregon licenses are issued in the United States, which is party to the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic — so your IDP is issued in the 1949 format recognized in most countries worldwide.
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