{"id":14888,"date":"2022-08-25T00:45:11","date_gmt":"2022-08-24T16:45:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carro.sg\/blog\/?p=14888"},"modified":"2025-11-05T17:25:33","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T09:25:33","slug":"how-to-apply-for-an-international-driving-permit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carro.co\/sg\/blog\/how-to-apply-for-an-international-driving-permit\/","title":{"rendered":"How to apply for an International Driving Permit? Here are some FAQs answered"},"content":{"rendered":" \r\n\r\n
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Photo by Dino Reichmuth<\/a> on Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\nFinally bitten by the travel bug? We can relate. In fact, plans for a road trip ARE being made as we speak. That said, the laws and rules for driving overseas are sometimes confusing. How do I apply for an International Driving Permit (IDP)? Do I need an International Driving Permit (IDP) or not? Can I rent a car with just my Singapore driving licence? Do all countries accept the IDP? Fret not, you're in luck -- we did all the research so you don't have to.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\r\n

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What is an International Driving Permit?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\r\nThe International Driving Permit (IDP) is the only official legal document sanctioned by the UN Convention on Road Traffic. It is a universal driving permit for leisure \/ holiday purposes and contains your personal information and driving terms in various languages. This helps to ease communication with car rental companies and other authorities.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nRead more: Renting a car? Look out for these 5 red (and green!) flags\u00a0<\/a>\r\nRead more: Things you must know before renting a car<\/a>\r\n

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I will be overseas for more than 3 months. Will I still need to apply for an International Driving Permit?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\r\nIf you are going to a country for any reason other than leisure and intend to stay for a period longer than 3 months, please contact the respective Embassy or Consulate Office of the country of destination to obtain more information on driving licence requirements.<\/span>\r\n

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How do I apply for an International Driving Permit?<\/h2>\r\nThe Automobile Association of Singapore approves all applications. You can apply online or over the counter.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nApply online here:<\/b> https:\/\/idponline.aas.com.sg\/Pages\/Application<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nDelivery of your IDP will be made to your address reflected on your NRIC, or the one specified on the form.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nOver the counter<\/b>\r\n\r\nAA Centre<\/span>\r\n<\/span><\/span>2 Kung Chong Road, #04-01, Singapore 159140<\/span>\r\n<\/span>Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-8pm<\/span>\r\n<\/span>Last walk in appointment: 730pm<\/span>\r\n\r\nAA @ GB Point <\/span>\r\n<\/span><\/span>535 Kallang Bahru, #01-08, Singapore 339351 <\/span>\r\n<\/span>Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 1030am-8pm <\/span>\r\n<\/span>Last walk in appointment: 730pm\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nAA @ Broadway Plaza<\/span>\r\n<\/span><\/span>4190 Ang Mo Kio Ave 6, #03-03, Singapore 569841<\/span>\r\n<\/span>Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 1030am-8pm <\/span>\r\n<\/span>Last walk in appointment: 730pm\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\nDo check the AA website<\/a> for the latest operating hours!\r\n

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How much does the International Driving Permit cost?<\/b><\/h2>\r\nApplication fees are S$20.\u00a0<\/span>\r\n\r\n
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What documents will I need to submit?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\r\nYou will need:<\/span>\r\n