International Driving Permit Bangalore

You may be going on a vacation to a foreign country or going out there for job. You cant’s drive or rent a vehicle in the foreign land, if you don’t have International Driving License. International Driving permit is a document that allows traveler’s to drive in a country other than their home country. If you are in Bangalore currently, International driving permit in Bangalore will be issued by RTO Bangalore. Before applying for International driving license in Bangalore, you should know the process for IDP licence in Bangalore, documents required for international driving licence in Bangalore and fees required for international DL in Bangalore.

If you are looking for assistance in applying for IDP in Bangalore, Itzeazy would be happy to help you.

Why is International Driving License Important

If you have international driving permit, you can drive vehicle in a foreign country without any problem. It is a translation of Indian driving license. Thus, the respective authority in the foreign country can easily recognize and verify it.

An International Driving Permit (IDP) issued by India follows the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic. There are 102 countries that are party to the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic. Indian IDP is valid in all these 102 countries.

An Indian International Driving Permit (IDP) offers a range of benefits to Indian citizens who wish to drive while traveling abroad. Here’s a detailed look at the advantages:

1. Legally Drive Abroad

An Indian IDP allows you to legally drive in many foreign countries that are signatories to the 1949 Geneva Convention and the 1968 Vienna Convention. It acts as a legal authorization to operate vehicles outside India for a limited time.

2. Accepted by Car Rental Agencies

Many international car rental companies require an International Driving Permit along with a valid Indian driving licence. Without it, renting a car in countries like the USA, UAE, or many European nations might not be possible.

3. Multilingual Document

The IDP includes translations of your Indian driving licence into several major international languages such as English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, and Chinese. This helps authorities in foreign countries understand your licence more easily.

4. Avoids Legal Penalties

In countries where carrying an IDP is mandatory for foreign drivers, not having one can lead to fines, legal issues, or even being barred from driving.

5. Temporary Solution for Long-Term Stays

If you’re moving abroad for work, education, or an extended stay, the IDP can serve as a temporary driving permit until you obtain a local driving licence.

6. Recognition in Emergencies

In case of accidents or traffic violations, the IDP provides a standardized, internationally recognized document that helps law enforcement or emergency personnel quickly verify your driving credentials.

7. Simplified Application and Renewal

India has made it easier to obtain and renew the IDP, including provisions for renewal from abroad. This adds convenience for Indians who are already overseas.

8. Identification Purposes

Besides being a driving document, the IDP can also serve as an additional form of identification while traveling internationally.

Eligibility for International Driving License

You can apply for an International Driving License in Bangalore only if:

1. You are an Indian resident and hold a valid driving license issued from Bangalore.
2. The applicant must possess a valid Visa.
3. Passport and Indian driving license have the same present address.

Steps to apply for International driving Licence in Bangalore 

Following are the steps to apply for International driving licence :

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

Where can I apply for IDP in Bangalore

You have to apply for an international driving permit in Bangalore at the respective RTO in Bangalore from where driving licence was issued or to the RTO within whose jurisdiction you reside. You can apply online through Parivahan portal for IDP in Bangalore.

Following are the RTOs in Bangalore :

1. KA01 – HSR Layout RTO 
2. KA02 – Rajaji Nagar RTO
3. KA03 – Kasturi Nagar RTO
4. KA04 – Yeshwantpur RTO 
5. KA05 – Jayanagar RTO     
6. KA51 – Electronic city RTO
7. KA50 – Yelankha RTO  
8. KA53 – K.R. Puram RTO
9. KA59 – Chandapur RTO 
10. KA41 – Rajarajeswari Nagar

Categories of international driving permit

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

Category type	Description
A	Motor cycles (L1 and L2), with or without a side-car, invalid carriages and three-wheeled motor vehicles with weight not exceeding 400 kg
B	Motor 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
C	Motor vehicles used for the carriage of goods with permissible exceeds maximum weight 3500 kg (7700 lb)
D	Passengers vehicles having more than eight seats in addition to the driver’s seat
E	Motor 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

Fees for International driving license in Bangalore

The RTO fees for international driving licence is Rs. 1000. While applying you can pay IDP application fees online.

Validity of International Driving License

The validity of International Driving License is 1 year from the date of issue or till the validity of driving license , if it expires within 1 year.

Documents required for International Driving License in Bangalore 

Following are the documents required for International Driving License in Bangalore :

1. Driving License (Original+ photocopy)
2. Valid passport
3. Travel ticket
4. Valid Visa
5. Passport Size Photographs
6. Form-1A (Duly signed by an MBBS doctor)
7. Form 4A (Need to fill online)

How to apply for International driving license in Bangalore

You can apply for an International Drivers License online through parivahan portal.

Here’s the steps for online application :

• To apply for International driving license in Bangalore login into parivahan official website
• Click the “Online Services” tab.
• Go on the “Driving License Related Services” option from the drop-down list.

• Select Karnataka from the drop-down option and, you will see a pop-up with the title “Contactless License Services.”

• Select ” Issue International Driving Permit”

•  Read the instructions, download Form1-A (Form for Medical Certificate & Medical Fitness) and select continue.

You will then be directed to another webpage for filling out the Application form.

To fill out the Application Form

To fill out the international drivers license application form:

• Enter your Driving License number as per the accepted format and your date of birth.

• You will then see information about your driving licence, such as its validity, state of issuance, vehicle class allowed, and so on. Confirm your information and choose the RTO where you want to apply. If you are unsure of your RTO, enter your Pin code and the RTO name will be selected automatically. Click the Proceed button.

1. Enter your mobile number and email (not mandatory) and confirm.
2. Click “Issue International Driving Permit”.

1. Fill in your details. You can select multiple grades of COVs (Class of Vehicles), use Ctrl/Shift & Select.
2. After your data gets successfully accepted, check the declaration and press submit.

1. Review your Application Reference Details and download this acknowledgment receipt.
2. Fill in your application details to upload your documents.
3. Select & upload the required documents one by one.

Note: All documents should be in either of these formats: jpg, jpeg & PDF with the maximum size equal to or less than 500 Kb.

Upload Signature & Fee Payment

• Upload your Photo & Signature in jpeg/jpeg format with the maximum allowed size of 20 kb.

• Click the Application Form(pre-filled) to download your application form.

• Proceed for payment. You can pay via Debit/Credit cards or Net Banking.

• Once payment is successful, select “print receipt” to download or print the e-receipt.
• Acknowledgment Receipt
• E-Receipt of Fee Payment (If payment done online & was successful)
• Application Form receipt.

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 Bangalore if your domestic license is issued from RTO Bangalore .

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FAQs

How can I get an International Driving Permit in Bangalore?

You can apply for international driving permit in Bangalore with Itzeazy from the convenience of your home. Just share soft copy of the documents required for international driving permit in Bangalore. Make payment and relax. You will get international driving licence in Bangalore within 2-3 days time.

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

It takes approx. 1 week time in getting an international driving license in Karnataka. However, actual time may vary from RTO to RTO.

What is the validity of international driving license in Bangalore?

The validity of international driving license in Bangalore 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.

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

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

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

No, International driving licence can not be used as Identity proof in foreign countries. The only document which is considered identity proof in foreign country is your passport.

Who is eligible for IDP?

Following are the eligibility criteria to apply for IDP :

• The applicant must be an Indian citizen holding a valid Driving Licence issued by Indian authorities
• Applicant should have valid passport
• Minimum age of the applicant should be 18 years

Can I drive in Thailand with Indian driving licence ?

No, you can’t drive in Thailand with an Indian driving license. You need an international driving permit (IDP) or a Thai driver’s license to drive in Thailand.

My International driving licence was issued from Bangalore and its expiring in this month. I am currently in Japan. Can I renew my driving licence online ?

Yes, its possible to renew international driving licence online if it was issued from Bangalore RTO.

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