{"id":3523,"date":"2026-10-09T23:12:53","date_gmt":"2026-10-09T17:42:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/?p=3523"},"modified":"2026-10-09T23:14:17","modified_gmt":"2026-10-09T17:44:17","slug":"international-driving-license-chennai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/international-driving-license-chennai\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get an International Driving Permit (IDP) in Chennai: Online Application, Fees &amp; RTO List"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An International Driving Permit (IDP)\u2014often referred to as an International Driving License\u2014is an official legal translation of your Indian Driving License issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic. Administered directly by the Tamil Nadu Transport Department across Chennai RTOs, an IDP authorizes Indian passport holders to legally rent and operate motor vehicles in over 150 countries worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you are traveling abroad for a vacation, higher studies, or business, this guide details the exact eligibility rules, online Parivahan application steps, Tamil Nadu RTO fees, required forms, and doorstep assistance options via Itzeazy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/international-driving-license-chennai\/#Key_Overview_Validity_Fees_Scope_in_Chennai\" >Key Overview: Validity, Fees &amp; Scope in Chennai<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/international-driving-license-chennai\/#Eligibility_Criteria_for_Chennai_Applicants\" >Eligibility Criteria for Chennai Applicants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/international-driving-license-chennai\/#Documents_Required_Checklist\" >Documents Required Checklist<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/international-driving-license-chennai\/#Recognized_Vehicle_Categories_under_1949_Geneva_Convention\" >Recognized Vehicle Categories under 1949 Geneva Convention<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/international-driving-license-chennai\/#List_of_RTO_Offices_in_Chennai_Jurisdiction\" >List of RTO Offices in Chennai Jurisdiction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/international-driving-license-chennai\/#How_to_Apply_for_an_International_Driving_Permit_in_Chennai\" >How to Apply for an International Driving Permit in Chennai<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/international-driving-license-chennai\/#Method_2_Doorstep_Fast-Track_Assistance_via_Itzeazy\" >Method 2: Doorstep &amp; Fast-Track Assistance via Itzeazy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/international-driving-license-chennai\/#Need_an_International_Driving_Permit_in_Chennai_Before_Your_Flight\" >Need an International Driving Permit in Chennai Before Your Flight?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/international-driving-license-chennai\/#Countries_where_You_can_not_drive_with_Indian_diving_licence\" >Countries where You can not drive with Indian diving licence<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/international-driving-license-chennai\/#Necessity_of_International_driving_license\" >Necessity of International driving license<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/international-driving-license-chennai\/#Got_Questions_About_Your_Chennai_Driving_License_Passport_Address_Alignment\" >Got Questions About Your Chennai Driving License &amp; Passport Address Alignment?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Overview_Validity_Fees_Scope_in_Chennai\"><\/span>Key Overview: Validity, Fees &amp; Scope in Chennai<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Official Application Fee<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20b91,000 (Govt Fee payable online on Parivahan)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Validity Period<\/strong><\/td><td>1 Year from issue date (or until Indian DL expiry, whichever is earlier)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Processing Time<\/strong><\/td><td>2 to 5 Working Days<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Jurisdiction<\/strong><\/td><td>Must be processed by the specific Chennai RTO where your Indian DL was issued<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Physical RTO Visit<\/strong><\/td><td>Optional (Can be completed 100% online or via doorstep assistance)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eligibility_Criteria_for_Chennai_Applicants\"><\/span>Eligibility Criteria for Chennai Applicants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To apply for an International Driving Permit in Chennai, you must satisfy the following conditions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Active Permanent Driving License:<\/strong> You must hold a valid, non-expired Indian Driving License issued by a Tamil Nadu RTO (e.g., TN-01 to TN-22). <em>(Learner&#8217;s Licenses are strictly ineligible).<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Matching Address Records:<\/strong> The residential address listed on your Driving License must match or be aligned with your current Passport records.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Confirmed Foreign Travel:<\/strong> You must possess a valid Passport, verified Visa (or e-Visa approval letter), and confirmed round-trip air tickets.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_Required_Checklist\"><\/span>Documents Required Checklist<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep clear scanned copies (PDF or JPEG format under 200 KB) ready before filling out your online Parivahan application:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Form 4-A:<\/strong> Application for International Driving Permit (generated automatically on Parivahan).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Form 1-A:<\/strong> Medical Certificate signed and stamped by a registered Medical Practitioner (MBBS doctor registered in Tamil Nadu).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Original Indian Driving License<\/strong> (Issued by a Tamil Nadu RTO).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Valid Indian Passport<\/strong> (First page, last page, and address pages).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Valid Visa or e-Visa Approval Letter<\/strong> for your destination country.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Confirmed Air Ticket \/ Flight Itinerary.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Recent Passport-Size Photographs<\/strong> (White background).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recognized_Vehicle_Categories_under_1949_Geneva_Convention\"><\/span>Recognized Vehicle Categories under 1949 Geneva Convention<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your IDP will explicitly mirror the vehicle categories authorized on your Indian Driving License:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td><strong>IDP Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Vehicle Description<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Equivalent Indian DL Category<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Category A<\/strong><\/td><td>Motorcycles (with or without sidecar) and tricycles<\/td><td>MCWG \/ MCOGW<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Category B<\/strong><\/td><td>Passenger cars \/ Light Motor Vehicles (Max 8 seats, weight \u2264 3,500 kg)<\/td><td>LMV<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Category C<\/strong><\/td><td>Goods vehicles with maximum weight exceeding 3,500 kg<\/td><td>HGV \/ TRANS<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Category D<\/strong><\/td><td>Passenger transport vehicles with more than 8 seats<\/td><td>TRANS \/ BUS<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Category E<\/strong><\/td><td>Articulated vehicles or combinations with heavy trailers<\/td><td>Heavy Combination<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"List_of_RTO_Offices_in_Chennai_Jurisdiction\"><\/span>List of RTO Offices in Chennai Jurisdiction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your application must be submitted strictly to the RTO jurisdiction where your Indian Driving License was issued:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><td><strong>RTO Code<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>RTO Office Location<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Key Areas Covered<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>TN-01<\/strong><\/td><td>Chennai Central (Ayanavaram)<\/td><td>Ayanavaram, Kilpauk, Purasawalkam, Aminjikarai<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TN-02<\/strong><\/td><td>Chennai North West (Anna Nagar)<\/td><td>Anna Nagar, Shenoy Nagar, Koyambedu, Mogappair<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TN-03<\/strong><\/td><td>Chennai North East (Tondiarpet)<\/td><td>Tondiarpet, Royapuram, Washermanpet, Thiruvottiyur<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TN-04<\/strong><\/td><td>Chennai East (Pulianthoppu)<\/td><td>Pulianthoppu, Perambur, Vyasarpadi<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TN-05<\/strong><\/td><td>Chennai North (Kolathur\/Vyasarpadi)<\/td><td>Kolathur, Madhavaram, Red Hills<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TN-06<\/strong><\/td><td>Chennai South East (Mandaveli)<\/td><td>Mandaveli, Mylapore, Triplicane, Santhome<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TN-07<\/strong><\/td><td>Chennai South (Thiruvanmiyur)<\/td><td>Thiruvanmiyur, Adyar, Velachery, Besant Nagar, ECR<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TN-09<\/strong><\/td><td>Chennai West (K.K. Nagar)<\/td><td>K.K. Nagar, Vadapalani, Ashok Nagar, West Mambalam<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TN-10<\/strong><\/td><td>Chennai South West (Valasarawakkam)<\/td><td>Valasarawakkam, Virugambakkam, Porur<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TN-11<\/strong><\/td><td>Tambaram RTO<\/td><td>Tambaram, Chromepet, Pallavaram, Selaiyur<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TN-13<\/strong><\/td><td>Ambattur RTO<\/td><td>Ambattur, Avadi, Poonamallee<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>TN-22<\/strong><\/td><td>Alandur \/ Meenambakkam<\/td><td>Alandur, Meenambakkam, Nanganallur, Guindy<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Apply_for_an_International_Driving_Permit_in_Chennai\"><\/span>How to Apply for an International Driving Permit in Chennai<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can complete the application process independently via the Ministry of Road Transport &amp; Highways portal or opt for doorstep execution through Itzeazy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Method 1: Self-Application via Parivahan Sewa Portal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/parivahan.gov.in\/\">Parivahan<\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> portal and select the <\/span>Online Services <span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">option. Click on&nbsp;<\/span>Driving License Related Services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Choose Tamil Nadu from the drop-down list of states.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Choose to&nbsp;<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A<\/span><\/em>pply for the International Driving Permit<span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;option.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/IDP-TN.webp_11zon.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/IDP-TN.webp_11zon-750x1024.jpg\" alt=\"international driving license Chennai\" class=\"wp-image-3531\" style=\"width:514px;height:701px\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Read instructions and then proceed. You can also download Form 1A from here.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Instruction-TN.webp_11zon.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"806\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Instruction-TN.webp_11zon-806x1024.jpg\" alt=\"international drivers license\" class=\"wp-image-3532\" style=\"width:519px;height:659px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Instruction-TN.webp_11zon-806x1024.jpg 806w, https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Instruction-TN.webp_11zon-236x300.jpg 236w, https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Instruction-TN.webp_11zon-768x976.jpg 768w, https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Instruction-TN.webp_11zon-816x1037.jpg 816w, https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Instruction-TN.webp_11zon.jpg 1028w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 806px) 100vw, 806px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Application Form<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Next, enter your driving license number in the below-mentioned format and date of birth to proceed.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/TN-in-format.webp_11zon.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"753\" src=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/TN-in-format.webp_11zon-1024x753.jpg\" alt=\"international drivers license\" class=\"wp-image-3525\" style=\"width:529px;height:389px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/TN-in-format.webp_11zon-1024x753.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/TN-in-format.webp_11zon-300x221.jpg 300w, https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/TN-in-format.webp_11zon-768x565.jpg 768w, https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/TN-in-format.webp_11zon-816x600.jpg 816w, https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/TN-in-format.webp_11zon.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Select RTO details from the drop-down list, enter details and then proceed.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Check<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">the&nbsp;<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">International Driving Permit&nbsp;<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">option from the&nbsp;<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">required DL Services.<\/span><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"493\" src=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Selection-for-Service-International-Driving-License-Bangalore-1024x493.webp\" alt=\"international driving license Chennai\" class=\"wp-image-2928\" style=\"width:550px;height:265px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Selection-for-Service-International-Driving-License-Bangalore-1024x493.webp 1024w, https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Selection-for-Service-International-Driving-License-Bangalore-300x145.webp 300w, https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Selection-for-Service-International-Driving-License-Bangalore-768x370.webp 768w, https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Selection-for-Service-International-Driving-License-Bangalore-816x393.webp 816w, https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Selection-for-Service-International-Driving-License-Bangalore.webp 1270w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Enter your details and, afterwards, select the Class of Vehicles\/COVs you want to apply for the<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;international drivers license.<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Check declaration and submit.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Review and click&nbsp;<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">print acknowledgement<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;of your&nbsp;<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Application Reference Details.<\/span><\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Finally, start uploading the documents. Upload the required documents in jpeg\/jpg\/PDF format under the 500KB size limit.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"549\" src=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Upload-documents-for-International-Driving-License-Bangalore-1024x549.webp\" alt=\"international drivers license\" class=\"wp-image-2926\" style=\"width:541px;height:290px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Upload-documents-for-International-Driving-License-Bangalore-1024x549.webp 1024w, https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Upload-documents-for-International-Driving-License-Bangalore-300x161.webp 300w, https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Upload-documents-for-International-Driving-License-Bangalore-768x412.webp 768w, https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Upload-documents-for-International-Driving-License-Bangalore-816x437.webp 816w, https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Upload-documents-for-International-Driving-License-Bangalore.webp 1263w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Then upload your passport size photograph and signature with a file size no more than 20 KB and in jpg\/jpeg format.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Download the pre-filled Application form and Form 1. Fill the Form 1 and get it print out for the final submission at RTO.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Pay fees of IDP and get acknowledgement receipt<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Visit RTO Chennai<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the concerned RTO in Chennai&nbsp; and submit application forms and documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>RTO official will verify your details and documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Processing of application for IDP<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Issue of IDP<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Method_2_Doorstep_Fast-Track_Assistance_via_Itzeazy\"><\/span>Method 2: Doorstep &amp; Fast-Track Assistance via Itzeazy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Need_an_International_Driving_Permit_in_Chennai_Before_Your_Flight\"><\/span>Need an International Driving Permit in Chennai Before Your Flight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"visa-border-right wp-block-paragraph\">100% online &amp; hassle-free application support. Our experts handle Form 1-A medical assistance, error-free Parivahan filing, document verification, and fast-track RTO approval before your travel date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Get Urgent International Permit Support<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 12pt;\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button visa-button-radius\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/contact-us\" style=\"background-color:#fa3737\" rel=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/contact-us\">Talk to an IDP Expert<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Countries_where_You_can_not_drive_with_Indian_diving_licence\"><\/span>Countries where You can not drive with Indian diving licence<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are countries where you cannot drive with Indian driving license. Therefore, Indians have to get international driving license to drive vehicles in those countries. Following are the countries where Indian driving license is not valid :&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>UAE<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thailand<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Qatar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Singapore&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Iran<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Japan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Norway (Indian driving license valid up to 3 months)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Germany (Indian driving license valid up to 6 months)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Canada (Indian driving license valid up to 3 months)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Switzerland (Indian driving license valid up to 12 months)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sweden (Indian driving license valid up to 12 months)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Necessity_of_International_driving_license\"><\/span>Necessity of International driving license<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/2023\/12\/02\/international-driving-licence-india\/\" target=\"_blank\">international driving permit<\/a>, 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An Indian International Driving Permit (IDP) offers a range of benefits to Indian citizens who wish to drive while traveling abroad. Here\u2019s a detailed look at the advantages:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. Legally Drive Abroad<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. Accepted by Car Rental Agencies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. Multilingual Document<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. Avoids Legal Penalties<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5. Temporary Solution for Long-Term Stays<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>6. Recognition in Emergencies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>7. Simplified Application and Renewal<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>8. Identification Purposes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Besides being a driving document, the IDP can also serve as an additional form of identification while traveling internationally.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"128\" height=\"128\" src=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Also-Read-128-x-128-px.png\" alt=\"also read\" class=\"wp-image-2599\" srcset=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Also-Read-128-x-128-px.png 128w, https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/11\/Also-Read-128-x-128-px-88x88.png 88w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 128px) 100vw, 128px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/2022\/01\/22\/international-driving-license-bangalore\/\">Apply for International Driving License Bangalore<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/2022\/01\/30\/international-driving-license-delhi\/\">International Driving License Delhi<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/itzeazy.in\/blog\/2023\/01\/29\/indian-driving-licence-valid-in-which-countries\/\">Indian driving Licence Valid in Which Countries<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><strong>FAQs<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>How to get an international license in Chennai?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You need to visit once to Chennai RTO. You will get international driving licence on the same day.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>How long does it take to get international driving license in Chennai ?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It takes approx. 1 week time in processing of international driving license in Chennai.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>What is the fee for international driving license in Chennai?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The official fees for international driving license in Chennai is 1000 Rs.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>How long is international driving license valid in Chennai?\n<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>Can I use my International driving licence Chennai as an identity proof in foreign countries?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, You can use an international driving license Chennai as an identity proof in foreign countries.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>How many countries accept International driving licence Chennai?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">More than 150 countries accept International driving licence Chennai as a valid driving licence.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>Is it possible to apply for an International driving licence in Chennai with a Leaning Licence?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No, you can\u2019t 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.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>Is IDP valid in Dubai?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can not drive vehicle in Dubai with Indian driving licence only. You also need international driving permit. It is a legal requirement for Indians to have a valid International Driving Permit (IDP) in order to rent a car and legally drive in Dubai or in United Arab Emirates.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>Can I drive in Thailand with Indian driving licence ?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No, you can\u2019t drive in Thailand with an Indian driving license. You need an international driving permit (IDP) or a Thai driver\u2019s license to drive in Thailand.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>My International driving licence was issued from Chennai and its expiring in this month. I am currently in Japan. Can I renew my driving licence online ?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No, physical presence of the applicant is mandatory to renew international driving licence in Chennai.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>Why did my RTO issue an A4 sheet IDP instead of a booklet, and will it be rejected abroad ?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">RTOs in Chennai issue IDP on standard A4 sheet. Most of the  countries accept this . There are countries like Japan, South Korea, Thailand where booklet IDP is required. You may contact Itzeazy to get booklet IDP.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>My application status says &#039;Printing&#039; or &#039;Scrutiny&#039; for weeks. What do I do if my flight is in 3 days ?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your IDP status says &#8216;printing&#8217; or &#8216;scrutiny&#8217; for weeks , and flight is in 3 days then dont wait and visit RTO to get it processed. Many time online process for IDP in Chennai takes longer than expected time or there may be some objection. By visting RTO you will get to know the exact problem. If you have paucity of time Itzeazy may help you in this scenario.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>My DL has an old address, but my Passport has my current Chennai address. What happens ?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Address on DL and passport should be same to apply for IDP. So, in this scenario first you need to change address on DL. Once address on driving licence is updated you can apply for IDP.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>Where do I find an MBBS doctor in Chennai to sign my medical certificate ?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can visit your nearby RTO. Around RTO premises you will find MBBS doctor who can provide you medical certificate for nominal charge. Alternatively you can contact Itzeazy. It will arrange medical certificate for you.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>Can I apply for a Chennai IDP if I am already outside India? <\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No, its not possible to apply for Chennai IDP if you are outside India. Physical presence of applicant is mandatory to apply for IDP in Chennai.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>My DL was issued at another Tamilnadu RTO (or another state), but I live in Chennai. Can I apply for IDP here?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, you can apply for IDP in Chennai but first you will have to change address on your driving licence. so, it will be 2 stage process :<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Change of address on driving licence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Application for IDP<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>Can I apply for an IDP if I only have a Visa on Arrival or an e-Visa approval letter?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, you can apply for IDP even if you have an e-visa approval letter or the visiting country has visa on arrival. But it should be supported by flight tickets.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h4>\nDoes the IDP cover two-wheelers if I only have a Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) license?<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No, IDP is issued only for the class of vehicle which is endorsed in your driving licence. If you have only four wheeler driving licence you will get IDP for four wheeler.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n\t\t\"mainEntity\": [\n\t\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"How to get an international license in Chennai?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>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.<\/p><p>You need to visit once to Chennai RTO. 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In case validity of driving licence is less than 1 year, validity of international driving permit will be till the validity of driving licence.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Can I use my International driving licence Chennai as an identity proof in foreign countries?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>Yes, You can use an international driving license Chennai as an identity proof in foreign countries.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"How many countries accept International driving licence Chennai?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>More than 150 countries accept International driving licence Chennai as a valid driving licence.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Is it possible to apply for an International driving licence in Chennai with a Leaning Licence?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>No, you can\u2019t 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.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Is IDP valid in Dubai?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>You can not drive vehicle in Dubai with Indian driving licence only. You also need international driving permit. It is a legal requirement for Indians to have a valid International Driving Permit (IDP) in order to rent a car and legally drive in Dubai or in United Arab Emirates.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Can I drive in Thailand with Indian driving licence ?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>No, you can\u2019t drive in Thailand with an Indian driving license. You need an international driving permit (IDP) or a Thai driver\u2019s license to drive in Thailand.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"My International driving licence was issued from Chennai and its expiring in this month. I am currently in Japan. Can I renew my driving licence online ?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>No, physical presence of the applicant is mandatory to renew international driving licence in Chennai.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Why did my RTO issue an A4 sheet IDP instead of a booklet, and will it be rejected abroad ?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>RTOs in Chennai issue IDP on standard A4 sheet. Most of the  countries accept this . There are countries like Japan, South Korea, Thailand where booklet IDP is required. You may contact Itzeazy to get booklet IDP.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"My application status says 'Printing' or 'Scrutiny' for weeks. What do I do if my flight is in 3 days ?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>If your IDP status says 'printing' or 'scrutiny' for weeks , and flight is in 3 days then dont wait and visit RTO to get it processed. Many time online process for IDP in Chennai takes longer than expected time or there may be some objection. By visting RTO you will get to know the exact problem. If you have paucity of time Itzeazy may help you in this scenario.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"My DL has an old address, but my Passport has my current Chennai address. What happens ?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>Address on DL and passport should be same to apply for IDP. So, in this scenario first you need to change address on DL. Once address on driving licence is updated you can apply for IDP.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Where do I find an MBBS doctor in Chennai to sign my medical certificate ?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>You can visit your nearby RTO. Around RTO premises you will find MBBS doctor who can provide you medical certificate for nominal charge. Alternatively you can contact Itzeazy. It will arrange medical certificate for you.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Can I apply for a Chennai IDP if I am already outside India? \",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>No, its not possible to apply for Chennai IDP if you are outside India. Physical presence of applicant is mandatory to apply for IDP in Chennai.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"My DL was issued at another Tamilnadu RTO (or another state), but I live in Chennai. Can I apply for IDP here?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>Yes, you can apply for IDP in Chennai but first you will have to change address on your driving licence. so, it will be 2 stage process :<\/p><ul><li>Change of address on driving licence<\/li><li>Application for IDP<\/li><\/ul>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Can I apply for an IDP if I only have a Visa on Arrival or an e-Visa approval letter?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>Yes, you can apply for IDP even if you have an e-visa approval letter or the visiting country has visa on arrival. But it should be supported by flight tickets.<\/p>\"\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t,\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"\nDoes the IDP cover two-wheelers if I only have a Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) license?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>No, IDP is issued only for the class of vehicle which is endorsed in your driving licence. 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