How to Apply for International Driving License or Permit in India

As seen in an earlier post you will find an international driving permit of immense use when you travel abroad. It gives you freedom of movement because you can rent a car or borrow a car and drive around anywhere you like. It is valid in over 150 countries. However, the question is: “how to apply for an international driving license or permit in India?”

 

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Why apply India before you travel abroad

• It is best to apply for an international driving license in India. Should you try it abroad you will be subject to the local motor vehicle regulations. This will entail delay and unnecessarily lengthy procedure.
• It is time-wasting. You will spend time submitting the form, waiting for the appointment and then appearing for the test.
• Meanwhile, you cannot drive around. If you travel on business you cannot get much work done. If you travel for pleasure you will have to spend on taxis or other forms of transportation or refrain from travelling as much as you would have liked.

 

How to apply for an international driving license or permit in India

You must already have a valid driving license issued by your local RTO. If not, get it first and then apply for an international driving license by filling out and submitting the international driving license form 4 in in-person or online. Online is an easier way.  You will need the following documents:

• Copy of valid driving license
• 5 passport sized photographs
• Copy of passport and visa
• Medical certificate
• Copy of air ticket
• Copy of address proof and age proof
• A fee of 30 Euro

You can apply for an international drivers license online too, possibly through https://www.e-itca.org/. The form will be reviewed and, if everything is in order, you will receive the IDP in less than a week. The document translates your driver’s license into 15 main languages and it has a unique GRN Number. You can rent a car from any car rental and drive around at your pleasure.