International Driving License Kerala

An international driving license (IDP) is a document that allows you to drive in countries that recognize it. It’s translated into multiple languages, so you can use it to show the police or other authorities that you’re licensed to drive.

In Kerala, you can apply for an IDP online or offline. The online application process is faster and more convenient, but you can also submit your application in person at any RTO in Kerala.

In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of applying for an IDP in Kerala. we’ll also provide you with the required documents and fees.

Apply for an International Driving License Kerala through Parivahan

If you wish to drive any kind of motor vehicle in a foreign country, then you have to apply for an international driving license Kerala. To do so through Parivahan website, do as per the steps given below:

1. First, you have to go to Parivahan website.
2. Start by visiting the online services menu and selecting ‘Services Related to DL.’
3. On the subsequent page, choose the state of Kerala.
4. From the main menu bar, select ‘International Driving Permit Application.’
5. A new page will display the application instructions; please read them carefully and proceed.
6. Provide your Date of Birth and DL Number to access your DL details.
7. Review your DL details on the next page, and when ready, proceed.
8. Confirm your residential information and continue.
9. Complete the e-KYC authentication process by clicking the ‘Get OTP’ option. After entering the OTP received on your mobile, select the ‘Authenticate with Sarthi’ option.
10. Choose the ‘IDP Issuance’ option and proceed.
11. Fill in all the necessary details such as your country, Visa number, and more. Confirm the information.
12. Submit the application and proceed with the payment. Alternatively, you can visit the nearest RTO for this process.
13. Then you will get an application number after your payment is done which you have to save for future prospects.

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Apply for an International Driving Licence Kerala through other methods?

Previously, you could apply for an international driving license Kerala through the govt website.

You just had to select the option stating “apply online” on the ‘international driving permit application’ menu. After that, you had to choose your preferred RTO in Kerala, then fill up your licence number, and date of birth and proceed. After that, the website would generate your application number which you had to print and go to your preferred RTO with it along with the requested documents. There you had to submit and pay the fees. After your application is verified by the officials, they will issue you an international driving license .

But recently, there have been certain modifications done in the international driving licence application procedure.

Note: you can also download the online international driving license Kerala form through the MVD Kerala website. But remember that the form is available in English only.

You can also apply for an international driving license Kerala offline by directly going to your nearest Kerala RTO and fetching the IDP application form from the office. However, you will have to enter all the details in the form and staple all the documents requested before submitting the form and paying the regulated fees as soon as you can.

Documents for International Driving Licence Kerala

You will have to show and submit the below-mentioned documents to apply for an international driving license Kerala:

1. Your digitally printed Form 2 application or in writing that specifies the RTO about your visit to the listed countries, your purpose, your duration of stay, etc.
2. Valid original driving licence and a copy of it.
3. Copies of your passport.
4. Visa, if applicable.
5. Your plane ticket.
6. A couple of recent copies of your photos.
7. Fees as prescribed (1000 INR) along with user charges (200 INR)

International Driving Licence Kerala Fees

The new international driving license kerala fees is 1000 INR. The service charges cost around 220 INR more in addition to the actual fees of the international driving permit.

And the application fee for changing any details recorded in the international driving licence costs around 200 INR with 50 INR extra service charges.

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