
COVID-19 may have impacted your travel plans. We advise anyone planning to travel to check smarttraveller.gov.au for the latest advice and updates, or to contact the travel tour provider. We also advise those applying to be aware of postage restrictions and delays. The latest on delays and postal information can be found on the Australia Post website.
If you're planning to drive while you're overseas, we recommend you get an International Driving Permit. For information on what an IDP is used for, check out the video below.
An International Driving Licence is a United Nations-sanctioned document translated in 9 different languages.
If you are leaving in less than 5 days you can pick up an IDP at selected Service NSW locations.
What you'll need to apply
- An IDP costs $42 (AUD)
- You'll need to be over 18
- You'll need a valid Australian driver's licence
- You'll need a recent passport-sized photo - less than 3.5cm x 4.5cm (pre-cut to single photo size when presenting instore)
More information on IDPs can be found in our frequently asked questions below.