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International Driving Permit for Chinese drivers

Do Chinese drivers need an International Driving Permit? Where your China licence is accepted abroad and how to get your IDP online in minutes.

Home country
China
Licence script
Non-Latin script
IDP abroad
Often required

Do Chinese drivers need an IDP?

Chinese driving licences are not issued in the Latin alphabet, so an International Driving Permit is essential when you drive abroad. Many countries legally require an official translation of your licence, and rental agencies will ask to see it. 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 Chinese 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.

Popular destinations for Chinese travellers

Japan IDP required Italy IDP required France IDP recommended Spain IDP recommended Thailand IDP required United Arab Emirates IDP required United States IDP recommended Australia IDP recommended

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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.