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DGT procedures

Apply for an international driving permit

If you will drive during a trip, ask about the assistance available for applying for an international permit and review the destination, documents and applicable process in good time.

Start with the destination and date

State the country you will visit, which licence you currently hold and when you expect to drive there. These details help focus the enquiry and establish which document you need to prepare for the trip.

Do not assume that an international permit is valid for every country or situation. Also check the destination's driving conditions and the documents required by the local authority, hire company or insurer.

What assistance you can ask about

The centre can confirm whether it offers administrative assistance with the application and explain which steps it covers. Before engaging the service, request a breakdown of fees, charges and any additional service.

The centre's process does not replace the official application or guarantee that you can drive at the destination. Ask what receipt or document is obtained and who handles each stage.

  • Prior enquiry based on your destination and current licence.
  • Confirmation of documents and the scope of the process.
  • Separation of fees, charges and other items.

What to prepare

Have your licence information, destination country and expected travel date available. The centre will confirm which documents you need for the relevant application.

To protect your data, do not send copies of identity documents or sensitive documentation through the review form; present documents through the channel you are given. For a real appointment, contact the centre directly by the published telephone number, email or WhatsApp.

Check timings before organising your trip

Ask about the steps and estimated timing of the available process before relying on the permit for an upcoming trip. Do not assume immediate delivery or a guaranteed issue date.

For a real appointment, contact the centre directly by the published telephone number, email or WhatsApp and agree a date and time. If your trip changes, tell the centre so that the process can be reviewed again.

Check the destination's conditions

As well as handling the application, check which permit the destination country recognises and whether you must also carry your national licence. Rules may depend on the place, vehicle type and length of the trip.

The centre can clarify the scope of its assistance, but deciding to drive and checking the destination's rules require current official information.

Frequently asked questions

Does an international permit let me drive in any country?

Do not assume that it does. Check the destination's conditions, the necessary documents and whether you must also carry your national licence.

Can I request one for an upcoming trip?

Check the travel date before engaging the service. The process and delivery do not imply a guaranteed immediate date.

What details should I provide when asking for information?

State your destination, expected date and the licence you hold. The centre will confirm which documentation it needs for the application.

Does the price include charges and administration?

Request a breakdown of fees, charges and any additional item before confirming the service.

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Prepare your next visit

Contact the centre to agree the service, documents and date.

Request an appointment

The form is for review. For a real appointment, contact the centre directly.

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