International Driving Permit

An IDP is a document which, when accompanied by a valid driver’s licence, enables a person to drive vehicles for leisure purposes in many foreign countries. Only CAA is authorized to issue IDPs in Canada, under a UN-approved mandate. Any non-CAA issued IDP is fake and will not be accepted by a foreign country.

To obtain an International Driving Permit (IDP) you must fill out and submit the appropriate form based on your location, as well as whether or not you are part of the Department of National Defence/Canadian Armed Forces.

You can find and download the appropriate form below.

Before you Apply

Important things you need to know about obtaining an International Driving Permit

How Much does an IDP Cost?

IDP fees vary from province to province, please contact your location for up to date costs.

How long does it take?

In person, less than an hour, By Mail, timing varies based on region/club.

Where do I obtain an IDP

You can mail, or deliver the required documents to any CAA store location

What do I need to get an IDP

Be 18+ years of age. A valid provincial or territorial drivers licence. Completed application forms.

Please Select Your Location to Download the Appropriate IDP Application Forms

Alberta, Atlantic, Greater Ottawa and Northern Ontario, Saskatchewan & Territories

Application forms for Alberta, Atlantic, Greater Ottawa and Northern Ontario, Saskatchewan & Territories:

Download the form that applies to you. You may fill out the form digitally or by printing it out. When complete, please submit your form to your Club by mail, or by visiting your local CAA location.

Please note that services and prices may vary depending on your Club. Please contact your Club for more information.

British Columbia, South Central Ontario & Manitoba

Application forms for British Columbia, South Central Ontario & Manitoba:

Download the form that applies to you. You may fill out the form digitally or by printing it out. When complete, please submit your form to your Club by mail, or by visiting your local CAA location.

Please note that services and prices may vary depending on your Club. Please contact your Club for more information.

Quebec

Application forms for Quebec:

Download the form that applies to you. You may fill out the form digitally or by printing it out. When complete, please submit your form to your Club by mail, or by visiting your local CAA location.

Please note that services and prices may vary depending on your Club. Please contact your Club for more information.

Ready to submit your forms?

Once you have downloaded, printed and completed your forms, you can submit them to your local CAA club location either in person or by mail.