Driving in Italy

IDP required

Yes — if your licence was issued outside the EU/EEA. Italy requires non-EU visitors, including US, Canadian and Australian drivers, to carry an International Driving Permit (IDP) or an official Italian translation together with their licence. EU/EEA and UK photocard licences are accepted on their own. Get the IDP from your home country's authorised issuer before you fly.

What to carry

• Original driving license (physical card)
• Passport with valid visa/entry stamp
• Translation companion or certified translation of your license
• Proof of insurance covering the destination
• IDP or sworn Italian translation (non-EU licenses)

Key facts

IDP status	IDP required
Convention	1968 Vienna Convention
Translation accepted instead	Helps, but does not replace an IDP where required
Last reviewed	2026-09-03

Official sources

• Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs — driving licence
• Italian Ministry of Infrastructure — sworn licence translation
• U.S. Embassy in Italy — transportation and driving
• GOV.UK — IDP country list (Italy: not needed for UK photocard licences)

Requirements vary by country. Carry your translation together with your original driving licence and passport; some countries require an official IDP issued by an authorised body in your country of licence. Information provided is general guidance. Always check local regulations for your destination.

Full guide: worlddrivingpermit.com/requirements/italy · Generated by World Driving Permit