Guadeloupe - Apply for International Driving Permit (IDP)

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Procedure

1. Application to obtain an IDP must be submitted in the prefecture where you are currently residing.
2. Submit a completed form along with all other required documents.

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

• Completed application form
• Photocopy of the driver's license, both sides
• Photocopy of ID, both sides
• Photocopy of proof of address, not older than 3 months;
• 2 recent passport photographs, identical regulatory standards (Note 1);
• For applications by mail: An envelope with "prt recommander" written on it

Note:

1. Photograph, ICAO Type / passport / ISO-IEC 19794-5 (size 35mm X 45mm, head into the center of the photo, ears must be visible, not photocopied nor scanned.

Office Locations & Contacts

Prfecture de la Guadeloupe

Physical address:
Rue Lardenoy
97100 Basse Terre

Phone: +33 5 90 99 39 00
Fax: +33 5 90 81 58 32

Office Hours:
Monday from 8:00 to 15:00
Tuesday from 8:00 to 15:00
Wednesday from 8:00 to 12:00
Thursday from 8:00 to 15:00
Friday from 8:00 to 12:00

Pointe--Pitre sub-prefecture

Physical address:
Place de la Victoire
97110 Pointe--pitre

Phone: +33 5 90 82 68 68
Fax: +33 5 90 82 52 16

Office Hours:
Monday 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday from 8:00 to 11:30 am
Thursday from 8:00 to 3:30 p.m.
Friday from 8:00 to 11:30 am

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Eligibility

Holders of a national driving license and normally resident in France may apply for the issuance of an international driving permit.

Fees

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Validity

The international driving permit allows the holder to drive the same type of vehicles he/she is permitted to drive under the national license.

The IDP is valid for 3 years and may only be used outside Guadeloupe, provided it is accompanied by the national license.

Documents to Use

International Driving Permit (IDP) - Application Form

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Instructions

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Required Information

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1. Date of Birth.
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Need for the Document

Following is a procedure on how you can apply for an International Driving Permit (IDP) in Guadeloupe.

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External Links

http://www.guadeloupe.pref.gouv.fr/Demarches-administratives/Permis-de-conduire#L418

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