[ IDP ]
INTERNATIONAL DRIVING PERMIT
International Driving License / Permit is a document prescribed in Geneva convention 1949 on Road and Motor Transport.
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Planning to rent a car and venture out into the world on wheel, AAUI recommends possession of an International Driving Permit before you leave for foreign destination.
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Your IDP is your passport to drive in 150 countries worldwide besides possession of IDP gives you peace of mind while you are out exploring exotic tourist destinations in the world that make memories to last a lifetime.
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AAUI is one of the Five Automobile Associations in India recognized under UN Convention to issue IDPs to its members.
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An International Driving Permit (IDP) Recognized internationally, allows the holder to drive any private motor vehicle when accompanied by a valid Indian Driving License on foreign roads.
IDP Issued By the AAUI
Under the 1949 Geneva Convention
A
Albania
Algeria
Argentina
Australia
Austria
E
Ecuador
Egypt
Estonia
Ethiopia
I
India
Iran
Ireland
Israel
Italy
M
Madagascar
Malawi
Malaysia
Mali
Malta
Monaco
Montenegro
Morocco
B
Bangladesh
Barbados
Belgium
Benin
Botswana
Brazil
Brunei
Bulgaria
Burkina Faso
F
Fiji
Finland
France
J
Jamaica
Japan
Jordan
C
Cambodia
Canada
Central African Republic
Chile
Congo
Cote d' Ivorie
Croatia
Cuba
Cyprus
Czech Republic
G
Georgia
Germany
Ghana
Greece
Guatemala
Guyana
D
Democratic Republic of Congo
Denmark
Dominican Republic
H
Haiti
Holy See
Hong Kong
Hungary
K
Kyrgyzstan
L
Laos
Lebanon
Lesotho
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
N
Namibia
Nepal
Netherlands
New Zealand
Niger
Nigeria
Norway
P
Papua New Guinea
Paraguay
Peru
Phillipines
Poland
Portugal
R
Republic of China (Taiwan)
Republic of Korea
Romania
Russian Federation
Rwanda
S
San Marino
Senegal
Serbia
Sierra leone
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Africa
Spain
Sri Lanka
Sweden
Switzerland
Syrian Arab Republic
T
Thailand
Togo
Trinidad and Tobaggo
Tunisia
Turkey
V
Venezuela
U
Uganda
United Arab Emirates [ UAE]
United Kingdom [ UK]
United States of America [ USA]
Z
Zimbabwe
APPLICATION PROCESS
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REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
AAUI members can apply/obtain IDP from the Association at New Delhi.
Applicant on the prescribed form in duplicate available on site and in the AAUI office.
Self-Attested documents required along with the IDP Application are:
- Four latest passport size photograph - signed on the reverse
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Two Photocopies of Passport alongwith original
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Original driving licence with two photocopies
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Medical certificate on the prescribed form (available on site /AAUI counters)
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Two photocopies of valid visa.
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Applicant has to come to AAUI office in person for a brief interaction relating to International Road Signs.
FAQs on IDP
Are IDPs Required ?
IDP is required and recognized internationally to allow you to drive a vehicle without any hassles.
Is Indian Driving License Valid To Drive Abroad ?
No, you have to possess a valid IDP also both the documents together are mandatory.
How Long Is An IDP Valid For ?
The IDP is Valid for one year from date of Issue subject to validity of passport and Indian driving license.
How Long Does It Take To Issue An IDP ?
Applications complete in all respects and submitted before 12 noon on any working day, the IDP is ready for collection at 4:00 PM same day. (Except Saturdays).
Notes on IDP
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It is mandatory to have Valid Indian driving license along with International Driving Permit when hiring a car overseas. We understand some of the car rental companies do not insist on IDP requirements but if driver is involved in any mishap or violation , Indian driving license will not be recognised. Please see the second top line carefully printed on your Indian Driving License which stipulates 'Licence to Drive Vehicles Throughout India'.
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Always important to check that the information printed on your IDP is correct. If you need to make any changes to it, consult the AAUI for authentication and corrections.
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IDP Application from can only be completed and signed by the applicant himself.