Greece - Apply for International Driving License (IDL)

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Procedure

If you are planning on driving during your trip to Greece, you should get an International Driver's License. Greek laws require a foreign driver to have an International Driving Permit (IDP) as well as a state-issued driver's license to operate a vehicle in the country.

An International Driving Permit (IDP) is a globally recognized document that carries a passport-sized photo of you and a translation of your own, local drivers licence in ten different languages besides English - Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, and Swedish. IDPs is a recognized form of identification in 174 countries.

NOTE:The National Automobile Club no longer issues them. 

For American citizens living in Greece you can opt to apply by sending your complete application to the following Address AAA/IDP

AAA/IDP

1000 AAA Drive

Heathrow, FL 32746 

Attn: Mail Stop #28

Application forms can be filled and printed through this link : Application form
You IDL will be processed and sent to you to the mail address you indicated.

Apply through EITA:
(There may be an additional cost involved with this process). Agent Disclaimer

1. Please use the following link to apply : Apply through EITA
2. You will be presented with plans that you can choose from.
3. Please select the appropriate plan that is suitable for you and click "Next" and follow the process to complete the application.
   
   

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Required Documents

For citizens use

• Attach 2 identical recent Passport Type Photos (2" X 2") signed on back
• $20.00 Permit fee
• If mailing application, a photocopy of BOTH SIDES of U.S. Driver’s License must accompany completed signed application, and check or money order only (NO CASH by mail)
• Optional: Additional postage in U.S. funds for expedited return mail

Office Locations & Contacts

Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport
Address: ANASTASEOS 2
Postal Code: 10191
Municipality / Area: CHOLARGOY
Prefecture: PREFECTORIAL ADMINISTRATION OF ATHINON-ANATOLIKOS TOMEAS
Phone No. : 2106508000
Fax: 2106508024
E-Mail: [email protected]
Internet: http://www.yme.gr.

Eligibility

• Foreign drivers of legal age are eligible to obtain IDL.

Fees

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Validity

• One year from the date of issue.

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Processing Time

• With-in 2 week of application

Related Videos

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Required Information

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1. Date of Birth.
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Need for the Document

• An International Driving Permit is a translation of your national driving license. The IDP allows motorists to drive vehicles in foreign countries. You must always have your IDP along with your national license at all times.

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External Links

Trip Savvy
US Embassy in greece

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