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Additional fees may apply for drivers under 26 and over 69 years at the time of rental. Please see the Terms and Conditions for further details.

International Driving Permits

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An International Driving Permit (IDP) offers as a translation and proof that you hold a valid drivers licence in your home country, at the date of issue of the IDP. This must be carried with your valid domestic driver licence for it to be valid. It is a very useful travel document and is required for many countries when renting a vehicle.

Even if you do not intend to drive whilst travelling overseas, an IDP can also be helpful for tourists who may need to identified or assisted. For non-English drivers licence holders, an international drivers licence is required for all countries worldwide. Please note you can get fined by the local police if you do not have an international driving permit.

Please also note the main driver must always present a physical driver's licence at time of collection. Digital licences are not accepted for any rentals. If you require an international driver’s licence for your rental, this too must be a physical licence. Digital international licences are not accepted.

For the current list of countries which require an International Driving Permit, visit the Australian Automobile Association website for up to date information.

Frequently Asked Questions

For more information, visit our full list of Frequently Asked Questions or call us!

Can I get an IDP if I’m on a learners permit?

No, an IDP can only be issued to valid Australian Drivers Licence holders, aged 18 years and older.

Can I get an IDP if I’m on a provisional licence?

Yes. The IDP can be issued to current Provisional Australian Drivers Licence holders (P-plate drivers), aged 18 years and older. However, please check with local authorities in the country you plan to drive. Most locations have a minimum rental age of 21 and require a full driver's license to be able to hire, so if a driver below 21 receives an IDP, they may not be permitted to drive. Contact us for more information.

How long is an IDP valid for?

Your IDP is valid for 12 months from the date of issue or the expiry of your Australian licence (whichever comes first).

Do I still need to take my Australian drivers licence when I go overseas?

An IDP is not a stand-alone document or a substitute for a valid driving licence. You MUST carry your valid, physical Australian state/territory licence as well as your IDP at ALL times.

See below for the relevant IDP authority in your state:


NEW SOUTH WALES / ACT NRMA (National Roads and Motorists' Association) Find out more here	QUEENSLAND RACQ Ltd. (Royal Automobile Club of Queensland Limited) Find out more here	VICTORIA RACV (Royal Automobile Club of Victoria) Find out more here	SOUTH AUSTRALIA RAA (Royal Automobile Association of South Australia, Inc.) Find out more here


WESTERN AUSTRALIA RAC (Royal Automobile Club of Western Australia, Inc.) Find out more here	TASMANIA RACT (Royal Automobile Club of Tasmania Limited) Find out more here	NORTHERN TERRITORY AANT (Automobile Association of Northern Territory, Inc.) Find out more here

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