

Members of those associations benefit from cheaper fees.

You can contact the motorists’ associations authorised to issue the licence for more information about the fees charged. There are costs associated with acquiring an international driving licence. Motorists’ associations authorised to issue international driving licences: → ARBÖ German text, → ÖAMTC German text, → VCÖ German text Required documents International driving licences are valid for one year, but only in conjunction with a national driving licence. In order to obtain an international driving licence, you require a valid national driving licence. In general, these rules also apply to EU citizens in Austria. Safe conduct during recreational activities Online services for leisure and road traffic The AAA is the only authorised distributor of International Driving Permits in Australia for Australian Drivers Licence holders.Vehicle inspections (‘Pickerl’ inspection stickers) RACQ is the authorised IDP sales agent in Queensland as appointed by the Australian Automobile Association (AAA). Do I need an International Driving Permit?Ĭheck your destination below if you're unsure whether the country you're travelling to requires an IDP.Ĭheck your destination Why should I purchase my IDP from RACQ? Get into the driver’s seat and start your holiday the right way with an IDP. IDPs are valid for 12 months from the date of issue and are a handy form of photo ID whilst travelling. Some rental car companies will require you have an IDP before allowing you to hire a vehicle from them. An IDP is a translation of your valid Australian drivers licence which carries your identification details in nine languages (English, Spanish, Japanese, Greek, German, Arabic, Russian, Chinese, French) which can be useful in case you need to communicate with foreign authorities.

If you’ll be driving in another country, it’s always a good idea to get an International Driving Permit (IDP) before you head off.
