Western Australia - Apply for International Driver Licence (IDL)

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Procedure

You apply for an International Driver Licence (IDL) in person or by post.

• In person: Visit a RAC Service Centre.
• By Post: If applying by post, you must include a return address and contact number with a clear photocopy of your current driver's licence (both sides) and an original passport photograph. Delivery of your postal permit depends upon the postal options you choose but in most cases you will receive your permit in 3-7 days. RAC is not responsible for any mail lost if posted by ordinary mail and recommend registered or express post for peace of mind and security.

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

• Passport photo, must not be older than 6 months. You can get passport photo at RAC Member Service and Travel centres: $14.50 for RAC members and $16.50 for non-members.
• If you are sending your request by post, you must include a return address and contact number with a clear photocopy of your current driver's licence (both sides) and an original passport photograph.

Office Locations & Contacts

RAC

Postal address:
GPO Box C140 Perth WA 6839

Service Centres

Website

Eligibility

Anyone with a full valid Australian driver's licence (no learners permits) over the age of 18 can apply for an international driver's licence.

Fees

International Driver Licence (IDL): $36.50

For request submitted by mail the following postage rates apply - within Australia, standard post $1 / registered post $4. International, standard air mail $4 / registered $15.

Validity

The IDL is valid for 12 months or expires at the same time as your Australian driver's licence, whichever comes first.

Documents to Use

International Driver's Permit Application Form

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Processing Time

For request submitted by post: Delivery of your postal permit depends upon the postal options you choose but in most cases you will receive your permit in 3-7 days. RAC is not responsible for any mail lost if posted by ordinary mail and recommend registered or express post for peace of mind and security.

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Instructions

Only RAC and associated members of the Australian Automobile Association (AAA) are authorized to issue international driver's licence in Australia.

Note: RAC does not provide international driver's licences to foreign visitors to Australia.

Required Information

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Need for the Document

An International Driver License (IDL) is a document recognized in many countries which allows the foreign visitors to drive a private motor vehicle. To be valid the IDL must be accompanied by your Australian Driver's License.

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Other uses of the Document/Certificate

• The IDL 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 IDL along with your Australian license when renting a car abroad.

External Links

• RAC:

http://rac.com.au/travel/international-driving-licence?_afr.ts=1439707619393

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