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Do you want to apply for international driving permit in Chennai ? Itzeazy helps in applying for international driving licence in Chennai.  International car license in Chennai is one of the specialization of Itzeazy. Before applying for international drivers license permit in Chennai, you should know the process, fees and documents required for IDP driving permit in Chennai.

An international drivers license is important document that you should definitely have when going abroad. It is an essential document that allows you to drive a vehicle in foreign country.

Necessity of International Driving license

if you have international driving permit, you can drive a vehicle in a foreign country without any problem with the respective foreign authorities. It is a translation of Indian driving license. Thus, the respective authority in the foreign country can easily recognize and verify it. Apart from this, there are many other advantages to have an international driving license that makes it a necessity to hold while traveling to other countries.

  • Drive and rent a car on foreign roads
  • It can also help as a person’s identity proof
  • No additional driving tests are required in abroad.
  • A person can visit around 150 countries with an International Driving permit .
  • A person can claim insurance for an accident in Abroad if he/ she possess an International driving licence .
  • Communication becomes easier with foreigner authorities.

Eligibility Criteria for International Driving Permit Chennai

The eligibility criteria for applying for an International Driving License in Chennai are as follows:

  • Applicant must be 18 years of age or above and must hold a valid domestic driving licence in India.
  • The applicant must possess a valid Visa.
  • Passport and Indian driving license have the same present address.

Steps to apply for International driving Licence in Chennai :

Following are the steps to apply for International driving licence in Chennai :

  • Fill up the application form on Parivahan portal
  • Upload documents
  • Pay requisite RTO fees for IDP
  • Visit of the applicant to the concerned RTO
  • Processing of IDP in the RTO
  • Issue of International driving licence

Where can I apply for IDP in Chennai

You have to apply for an international driving permit in Chennai at the respective RTO in Chennai from where driving licence was issued or within whose jurisdiction you reside. You need to apply online through Parivahan portal for idp driving permit in Chennai , and then after that, you need to visit RTO Chennai for verification.

Following are the RTOs in Chennai :

  • TN02 – Anna Nagar RTO
  • TN03 – Tondiarpet RTO
  • TN04 – Pulianthoppu RTO
  • TN05 – Vyasarpadi RTO 
  • TN06 – Mandaveli RTO 
  • TN07 – Thiruvanmiyur RTO 
  • TN09 – K.K. Nagar RTO 
  • TN10 – Valasarawakkam RTO 
  • TN11 – Tambaram RTO
  • TN13 – Ambattur RTO 
  • TN22 – Alandur RTO

Documents Required for International Driving License Chennai

Following are the documents required for applying for an international driving permit Chennai:

  • Form-4 (Application Form)
  • Form 1A (Medical Certificate)
  • Passport size photos
  • Original & Photocopies of Driving license
  • Travel ticket
  • Valid Visa
  • Valid passport

Fees for International driving permit in Chennai

You have to pay Rs 1000/- fees for getting International driving licence in Chennai . You can pay IDP application fees online while applying.

Validity of International Drivers License 

An international drivers license is valid for one year or till the date of validity of your driving licence, which comes earlier. You can get it renewed before its expiry from the nearby embassy abroad to continue availing its benefits.

How many days to get IDP in Chennai

You can receive your international drivers license in Chennai in 1 week time. You can collect it physically from the RTO. If you have already planned your international travel, you should get your IDP well before to avoid any hassle.

Categories of international driving permit

As per the 1949 convention, categories for which international driving permit is valid.

Category typeDescription
AMotor cycles (L1 and L2), with or without a side-car, invalid carriages and three-wheeled motor vehicles with weight not exceeding 400 kg
BMotor vehicles with permissible maximum weight not exceeding 3500 kg (7700 lb) and not more than eight seats in addition to the
driver’s seat in Category M1
CMotor vehicles used for the carriage of goods with permissible exceeds maximum weight 3500 kg (7700 lb)
DPassengers vehicles having more than eight seats in
addition to the driver’s seat
EMotor vehicles of category B, C, or D, as authorized above, with other than light trailer.

Where:

L1: Motorcycle with maximum speed not exceeding 45 km/h and engine capacity not exceeding 50cc

L2: Motor cycles other than L1

M1: Motor vehicle used for the carriage of passengers, comprising not more than eight seats in addition to the driver seat

How to Apply for an International Driving License Chennai Online

To apply for an international driving license Chennai, follow the below steps.

  • Firstly visit Parivahan.gov online portal and select the Online Services option to click on Driving License Related Services.
  • Secondly, choose Tamil Nadu from the drop-down list of states.
  • Next, choose to Apply for the International Driving Permit option.
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  • Read instructions and then proceed. You can also download Form 1A from here.
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Application Form

  • Next, enter your driving license number in the below-mentioned format and date of birth to proceed.
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  • Select RTO details from the drop-down list, enter details and then proceed.
  • Check the International Driving Permit option from the required DL Services.
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  • Enter your details and, afterwards, select the Class of Vehicles/COVs you want to apply for the international drivers license.
  • Check declaration and submit.
  • Review and click print acknowledgement of your Application Reference Details.
  • Finally, start uploading the documents. Upload the required documents in jpeg/jpg/PDF format under the 500KB size limit.
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  • Then upload your passport size photograph and signature with a file size no more than 20 KB and in jpg/jpeg format.
  • Download the pre-filled Application form and Form 1. Fill the Form 1 and get it print out for the final submission at RTO.
  • Pay fees of IDP and get acknowledgement receipt

Visit RTO Chennai

  1. First, visit your district RTO in Chennai  and submit form and documents
  2. Then the RTO official will verify your details and documents.
  3.  Get you IDP in 1 day

How to Check Payment Status for international driving permit Chennai?

If you want to check your payment status then follow the steps below:

  • First, click on Fee Payments and select Verify Payment Status.
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  • Second, select the E Payment option and click on Application Fee.
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  • Enter your application number and date of birth and, click on Click Here to Calculate Fee to know your payment status.

Countries where You can not drive with an Indian diving licence

You cannot drive in many countries with an Indian driving license. Therefore, Indians have to get an international driving license to drive vehicles in foreign countries. Following are the countries where an Indian driving license is not valid. 

  • UAE
  • Thailand
  • Qatar
  • Singapore 
  • Iran
  • Japan
  • Norway (Indian driving license valid up to 3 months)
  • Germany (Indian driving license valid up to 6 months)
  • Canada (Indian driving license valid up to 3 months)
  • Switzerland (Indian driving license valid up to 12 months)
  • Sweden (Indian driving license valid up to 12 months)

Before traveling these countries, you can get an international driving license in Chennai if your domestic license is issued from RTO Chennai .

also read

Apply for International Driving License Bangalore

International Driving License Delhi

Indian driving Licence Valid in Which Countries

Conclusion

An international drivers license is one of the most essential documents you need during your foreign stay. No one can drive or rent a vehicle abroad without a valid international drivers license otherwise you will invite legal trouble. Therefore, if you are a Chennai resident and planning to go for a job or a vacation abroad, don’t forget to apply for an Chennai international drivers license .

To sum up, an international drivers license and an international driving permit are two names for the same thing. You can opt for either an online or offline mode of application for your international driving permit Chennai.

FAQs

How to get an international license in Chennai?

You can apply for international driving permit in Chennai with Itzeazy from the convenience of your home. Just share soft copy of the documents required for international driving permit in Chennai. Make payment. Itzeazy will fix your appointment at Chennai RTO.

You need to visit once to Chennai RTO. You will get international driving licence on the same day.

How long does it take to get international driving license in Chennai ?

It takes approx. 1 week time in processing of international driving license in Chennai.

What is the fee for international driving license in Chennai?

The official fees for international driving license in Chennai is 1000 Rs.

How long is international driving license valid in Chennai?

The validity of international driving license in Chennai is 1 year. In case validity of driving licence is less than 1 year, validity of international driving permit will be till the validity of driving licence.

Can I use my International driving licence Chennai as an identity proof in foreign countries?

Yes, You can use an international driving license Chennai as an identity proof in foreign countries.

How many countries accept International driving licence Chennai?

More than 150 countries accept International driving licence Chennai as a valid driving licence.

Is it possible to apply for an International driving licence in Chennai with a Leaning Licence?

No, you can’t apply for an international driving licence in Chennai with a learning licence. It is mandatory to have a valid driving licence issued from Chennai to apply for an international driving licence in Chennai.


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