International Driving Permit for South African drivers

Do South African drivers need an IDP?

As a South African 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 South African 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.