Accepted in 195+ countries.
A curated list of common destinations where an Official IDP translation is recognised alongside your national licence.
Where Official IDP's translation is not accepted
A handful of countries require an IDP issued by your home country's official authority, or have their own local-licence rules. Don't buy a Official IDP translation if you're driving in one of these. It won't be valid.
JapanJapan only recognises a 1949-Geneva IDP issued by your home country's official authority (e.g. AAA in the US, RAC in the UK), or a translation by JAF.
What to do instead: Order an IDP from your home country's automobile association before you fly, or get a JAF translation in Japan.
South KoreaSouth Korea only accepts an IDP issued by your home country's government or its delegated authority, not a private translation.
What to do instead: Get the IDP from your home country before travelling.
North KoreaForeign drivers cannot drive in North Korea.
What to do instead: A driver is required.
China (mainland)Mainland China does not recognise any IDP. A temporary Chinese licence is mandatory.
What to do instead: Apply for a temporary Chinese driving permit on arrival, or hire a driver.
Hong KongHong Kong only accepts a government-issued IDP from your home country.
What to do instead: Get the IDP from your home country before travelling.
TaiwanTaiwan requires a government-issued IDP plus a local translation.
What to do instead: Use the home-country IDP + a Taiwanese translation.