Do you need an international drivers permit for your trip to Italy? If you are traveling to this unforgettable country any time in the next year, this is certainly a question that you should ask. An international driver's permit in Italy is required by law if you plan to operate a vehicle in Italy - whether you're renting a car in Italy or booking an international rental which will take you briefly across the Italian border. Once you arrive in Italy you will be ineligible to obtain the permit, so it is important that you do so before departing on your trip. We recommend that you apply for an IDP at least one month before you need to use it.
Your international drivers permit in Italy is good in for any city in the country, whether you are headed to Sicily or Milan or one of the country's other glorious places to visit. The application is valid for a period of one year after the date of issuance, so you can travel any time within this period and have a valid international permit.
Here are three of the most important reasons we think this it is important to obtain your IDP:
If you need to obtain an IDP for a trip to Italy, make sure that you do so well in advance. It can take up to six weeks to process your application and provide the permit and even longer if you are applying online. To obtain the international permit, several steps must be completed.
First, you need to determine where you will obtain your permit. CAA (www.caa.ca) is the primary location to obtain your IDP. Other agencies may offer the international permit, but it is likely they will charge far more than needed for the permit.
You must complete an application for the permit, and present your original license as well as two passport photos to obtain the permit. You can complete these steps in person or by mail.
If you have further questions concerning the international driver's permit in Italy, give us a call toll-free. Our knowledgable agents can be reached at 1-888-223-5555, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. We can make your travels easy!