An International Driving Licence — more precisely known as an International Driving Permit (IDP) — is a booklet that translates the details of your existing Canadian driver’s licence into multiple languages. It’s designed to be carried alongside your provincial or territorial licence when you’re driving outside Canada, helping bridge the language gap with rental agencies and local authorities.
Applying Online vs. In Person
Traditionally, drivers had to visit a local office in person, fill out paperwork, and wait for processing. Applying online removes that step entirely: Canadians can complete a short form, upload a photo and a copy of their licence, and submit payment in CAD, all from their phone or computer — often in under ten minutes.
What’s Included
Depending on the package you choose, your International Driving Licence order can include:
- A digital copy delivered by email, typically within a couple of hours
- A printed booklet formatted to standard IDP dimensions
- A matching printed ID card
- Shipping from Canada to addresses worldwide, with multiple delivery speed options
How Long Is It Valid?
Our packages are available with either 1-year or 3-year validity, depending on which option you choose at checkout. Make sure the validity period covers your full travel itinerary, including any return trips you might take before the document expires.
Using Your International Driving Licence Abroad
Always carry your International Driving Licence together with your original, valid Canadian driver’s licence and your passport. The IDP works as a translation and supporting identification document — it isn’t a substitute for your home licence, and driving privileges always derive from your original licence.
Before You Apply
Take a look at our list of recognized countries to see where our IDP is commonly accepted, and review our requirements guide so you have everything ready before you start. Because rules can vary by destination and change over time, it’s also worth confirming current requirements with an official government source or the relevant embassy or consulate in Canada.
Compare Packages and Apply
Visit our pricing page to compare the digital-only and print-and-digital options in Canadian dollars, then head to the application form when you’re ready to get started.