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Australian Capital Territory - Apply for International Driving Permit (IDP)

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ProcedureEdit

You apply for an International Driving Permit (IDP) in person or by post.

  • In person: Visit your local NRMA office. The permit will be issued on the same day.
  • By Post: Complete the International Driving Permit application form and post it to NRMA:
    NRMA Travel IDP Co-ordinator
    9A York Street
    Wynyard
    Sydney NSW 2000
    Australia

Note: If you want to check the progress of your IDP application form or if you have any question, you may contact NRMA on 1300 053 052 or send them an email [email protected]

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 DocumentsEdit

  • A copy of your valid Australian Drivers Licence (front and back)
  • Recent (no more than two years old) passport sized photograph, similar size to your passport, no larger than 3.5cm x 4.5cm. (Please note for the photo to be valid it needs to be on photographic paper)
  • Completed application form.
  • Note: Include your payment of $39 plus express postage costs as detailed on the application form, if you require the IDP to be sent to you



Office Locations & ContactsEdit

National Roads and Motorists' Association (NRMA) Office Locations

NRMA Website



EligibilityEdit

Anyone with a valid Australian driver's licence (either provisional or full licence) over the age of 18 can apply for an international driving permit.



FeesEdit

International Driving Permit: $39.00 AUD

Additional express postage costs as detailed on the application form, if you require the IDP to be sent to you.



ValidityEdit

The IDP is valid for twelve months or expires at the same time as your Australian driving licence, which ever comes first.

The permit is renewable.



Documents to UseEdit

International Driving Permit application form (PDF)



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InstructionsEdit

Only National Roads and Motorists' Association (NRMA) and associated Members of the Australian Automobile Association (AAA) are authorised to issue international drivers licences.



Required InformationEdit

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



Need for the DocumentEdit

An International Driving Permit (IDP) is a United Nations sanctioned document that translates your driving classification into nine different languages and is recognised in over 150 countries. To be valid the IDP must be accompanied by your Australian Driving License.



Information which might helpEdit

While the NRMA takes all steps to ensure accuracy of the information provided, it must be noted that requirements may change in individual countries and motorists are encouraged to check with the club or local authority in the country they plan to visit either prior to or on arrival in that country to ensure all IDP requirements are complied with.



Other uses of the Document/CertificateEdit

  • The IDP allows you to drive overseas without further tests or applications, provided your current Australian driver's licence is valid.
  • You may also need to present your IDP along with your Australian license when renting a car abroad.



External LinksEdit

  • Australian Capital Territory Website:
http://www.rego.act.gov.au/licence
  • National Roads and Motorists' Association:
http://www.mynrma.com.au/travel/international-driving-permit.htm



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