International Driving Permit for Canadian drivers
Do Canadian drivers need an International Driving Permit? Where your Canada licence is accepted abroad and how to get your IDP online in minutes.
Do Canadian drivers need an IDP?
As a Canadian licence holder, your national driving licence is issued in the Latin alphabet, which helps abroad — but most countries still expect an International Driving Permit (IDP) alongside it, and car-rental agencies frequently require one. An International Driving Permit is an official translation of your national licence into multiple languages — it never replaces your home licence, so always carry both, along with your passport.
How to get your IDP as a Canadian driver
You don't need to visit an office. Get your International Driving Permit online with International DL in minutes — we translate your licence into the official UN-convention languages and issue your IDP digitally, ready before you fly.
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Travelling abroad soon?
Get your digital International Driving Permit in minutes and drive worry-free wherever you go.
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Driving rules change and can vary by destination and nationality. Always confirm the current requirements with the embassy or official transport authority of your destination before you travel.