An International Driving Permit (IDP) is a translation of your valid driver’s license that allows you to drive a vehicle in a foreign country. It is not a replacement for your driver’s license, but rather a supplement to it. You must carry both your IDP and your driver’s license when driving abroad.
There are many benefits to obtaining an IDP. First, it can help you avoid getting into trouble with the law. In many countries, it is illegal to drive without an IDP. Second, an IDP can help you communicate with law enforcement and other officials. If you are pulled over by the police, an IDP can help the officer understand your driver’s license and issue you a ticket correctly. Third, an IDP can help you rent a car. Many car rental companies require drivers to have an IDP before they will rent them a vehicle.