How to Buy an E.U. Driver's License Online

Obtaining a European driver's license requires citizenship. Fortunately, travelers 18 years of age and older -- with a valid U.S. driver's license -- may apply for an International Driving Permit. An I.D.P. translates your license information into 10 languages: Most countries accept it as a valid substitute for a European driver's license. While websites exist that claim to distribute these entirely online, the United States Bureau of Consular Affairs recommends -- for security reasons -- that you only apply through AAA or the National Auto Club. Neither of these organizations offer exclusively online services, because applications include sensitive materials. However the forms are available for downloading online.

Things You'll Need

  • Driver's license
  • Two passport photos
  • Photocopy of driver's license
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Instructions

    • 1

      Navigate your browser to the AAA, or the National Automobile Club Website.

    • 2

      Click "International Driving Permit" from the National Automobile Club homepage. When the International Driving Permit FAQ page appears, click on the "Download Application" icon. Print the application.

      If using the AAA website, click "Travel" from the home page. Then scroll to the bottom of the page to the "Travel Extras" heading. Click "International Driving Permit." On the next page, click the blue "Application" icon, about midway down the page. Download and print the application.

    • 3

      Fill out the application completely, and photocopy both sides of your driver's license. Make sure the photocopy is clear. Sign the copy on both sides.

    • 4

      Put the completed application, the photocopy, two original passport photos with your signature on the back, and $15 together in an envelope.

      If using AAA, send the package to the office nearest you. This may be found on the AAA website.

      If using National Automobile Club, send to:

      The National Automobile Club

      1151 East Hillsdale Blvd

      Foster City, CA 94404

      The National Automobile Club takes 10 to 15 business days, to process an application, from the day it is received. AAA asks applicants to expect 4 to 6 weeks for return delivery. However, they offer expedited application processing. This takes one business day. Applicants requesting expedited processing, must include return postage.

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