When applying for an International Driving Permit you will need

International Driving Permit (IDP)

An International Driving Permit (IDP) is a ceremonious document issued to visitors to another country which translates details of a driving licence into considerable languages. This enables foreign authorities to commentate the driving exemption held, their validity periods, and the identity of the holder.

They are issued by the Post Office When applying for an IDP you will need:

• a full valid UK driving licence - photocard or an older paper licence
• a passport sized photograph - a recent true equivalence of the applicant
• the application fee (cash or debit/credit card)
• original valid passport as proof of identification (only if presenting an older paper version licence)

Any enquiries about IDPs (such as how much they cost and how to apply) should be directed to the Post Office.

Visiting another country

You may use your licence for driving in other member states. However, you should note that while the minimum age for driving a car is 18, entity member states may apply their own age restrictions for entitlements.

If you’re caught breaking the law, for example by a speed camera, the authorities can get the vehicle’s registered keeper’s details from Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA).  For rules in other European  countries check with a motoring organization.