South Australia - Obtain an International Driving Permit

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Procedure

1. Bring a copy of your current Australian drivers license into any RAA Shop along with a passport size photo.
2. Fill out an application form.
3. Pay the fee.
   
   

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(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

• Completed application form
• Copy of your current Australian drivers license
• Passport size photo

Office Locations & Contacts

Royal Automobile Association (RAA)

Postal address: GPO BOX 1499 ADELAIDE 5000
Email: [email protected]
General Enquiries: 08 8202 4600
Website

RAA Shop locations in South Australia

Eligibility

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Fees

International Driving Permit: $35.00

Validity

An IDP:

• Is only valid for 12 months
• Is not a stand-alone document
• Is a translation of your driver's license and
• Must be accompanied by a valid National Driving License at all times

Documents to Use

Application Form - International Driving Permit

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Instructions

In South Australia the only organisation authorised to issue an IDP is RAA.

Required Information

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Need for the Document

An International Driving Permit (IDP) or International Drivers Licence is a United Nations sanctioned document that translates your driving classification into nine different languages and is recognised in over 150 countries.

Following are procedures on how you can obtain an International Driving Permit.

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Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Even if you are not planning to drive while overseas, an IDP is useful to carry in case of an emergency and you require an additional form of identification.

International Driving Permit

• An international driving permit allows its holder to drive overseas without further tests or applications, provided their Australian driver's licence is still valid
• You must carry your Australian Drivers' Licence with your IDP whilst overseas
• You may need to present your IDP when you rent a car overseas.
• It can trigger an exclusion under your travel insurance policy if claiming for loss caused while driving a motor vehicle overseas
• It can be used as an additional form of identification if your passport is locked away in a safe place

External Links

• RAA (Royal Automobile Association):

http://www.raa.com.au/travel/international-driving-permits

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