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Does Budget require an International Driving Permit?

Budget policy

Asks for a licence translation when your licence is not in the Roman alphabet.

Value rental brand operating in 120+ countries. An International Driving Permit is an official translation of your national licence; it removes any doubt at the Budget counter and keeps you compliant with local law.

How Budget's IDP policy works globally: Budget generally requires a valid driver's licence, passport, and an International Driving Permit issued in the driver's name from their home country; EU residents renting within the EU may present either their EU licence alone or with an IDP. If the home-country licence is not written in the Roman alphabet, an IDP is mandatory to rent.

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Budget at a glance

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IDP stanceRequired for non-Roman-alphabet licences

By local lawRequired where the country mandates it

Always bringYour national licence + passport

Issue timeAs fast as 8 minutes

By destination

Budget IDP requirements by country

Requirements vary by pickup country. Check the destinations where you plan to rent from Budget:

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Frequently asked questions

Does Budget require an International Driving Permit?

Asks for a licence translation when your licence is not in the Roman alphabet.

Can I rent from Budget with a foreign licence?

Yes — Budget accepts valid foreign licences, but you must present an IDP where your licence is not in the Roman alphabet or where the country requires one by law. Always bring your original licence and passport.

How quickly can I get an IDP for my Budget rental?

International Driver Licence issues your digital IDP in as fast as 8 minutes, so you can have it ready before you reach the Budget counter.

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