Australia - Apply for International Driving Permit (IDP)

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Procedure

Apply In-Person

1. Obtain an International Driving Permit (IDP) from an associated member of the Australian Automobile Association (AAA).
2. Complete an application and submit it along with your recently taken passport-style photo (5cm x 6cm).
3. Present your current driver's license.
4. Pay the application fee.

Apply through EITA:
(There may be an additional cost involved with this process). Agent Disclaimer

1. Please use the following link to apply : Apply through EITA
2. You will be presented with plans that you can choose from.
3. Please select the appropriate plan that is suitable for you and click "Next" and follow the process to complete the application.
   
   

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Required Documents

• Current driver's license (not a learner's license) issued in an Australian State or territory (including Lord Howe and Norfolk Islands)
• Recently taken passport-style photo (5cm x 6cm). The photograph must be full face, without hat or sunglasses.

Office Locations & Contacts

List of offices where you can apply for or obtain an IDP

Eligibility

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old
• Able to produce a current driver's license (not a learner's license) issued in an Australian State or territory (including Lord Howe and Norfolk Islands)

Fees

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Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

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Related Videos

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Instructions

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e.g. The state office holds birth records since january 1908.

Required Information

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e.g.
1. Date of Birth.
2. City or County of Birth.

Need for the Document

International Driving Permits (IDPs) are issued in all States and territories of Australia by the relevant automobile associations.

Information which might help

Remember that you must bring along your driving license issued in Australia during your trip abroad. The IDP is only a translation of your local driving license, you must be able to present both at all times.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/tips/road-travel.html

Others

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