How to Apply for an International Driving Licence in Islamabad

Your local driver’s licence is only acceptable for driving in Pakistan; it will not be accepted if you wish to drive a car while abroad. However, you can easily apply for an international driving permit in your city. This blog focuses on the process of acquiring an international driving licence in Islamabad.

The Islamabad Capital Territory Administration (ICTA), the city’s main civil administration body and law enforcement organisation, is responsible for issuing foreign driving permits.

Graana.com has compiled a step-by-step guide that will help you understand the ICTA procedure and the paperwork you must submit to get an international driver’s licence from Pakistan.

 

International Driving Licence in Islamabad

 

 

To ensure adequate civil administration, law and order, and other essential services in the federal capital, 25 distinct departments have been created under ICTA. The Deputy Commissioner’s Office, which also issues international driving licences in Islamabad, is one of the departments that carry out a range of administrative and executive responsibilities.

Moreover, if you live in Pakistan and are planning to travel abroad and drive a car there, you will require an international driving permit (IDP). The paper serves as an identification document so that you may legally drive there, although it depends on whether the country in question accepts IDPs or not. 

 A person who has an IDP and a valid driver’s licence is permitted to operate a motor vehicle in the nations that have been accepted by the Vienna Convention of 1968. The United States and the United Kingdom are also included on a long list of nations that accept IDP. 

 

Countries That Accept IDP

Below is the list of countries where a driver International license Pakistan is accepted:

 

Afghanistan	Algeria	Angola	Argentina	Armenia	Seychelles
Australia	Bahamas	Bahrain	Bangladesh	Belarus	Sierra Leone
Belize	Benin	Bhutan	Bolivia	Bosnia	Singapore
Botswana	Brunei	Bulgaria	Burkina Faso	Cameroon	South Africa
Canada	Cape Verde	Central African Republic	Chad	Chile	Spain (including Balearic and Canary Isles)
Colombia	Djibouti	Ethiopia	Guatemala	Hungary	Sudan
Comoros	Dominica	Gabon	Guinea Bissau	Iceland	Surinam
Congo (Democratic Republic of Congo)	Dominican Republic	Gambia	Guinea Republic	India	Swaziland
Congo	Egypt	Georgia	Guyana	Indonesia	Sweden
Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast)	El Salvador	Ghana	Haiti	Iran	Syria
Czech Republic	Equatorial Guinea	Guadeloupe	Honduras	Italy	Togo
Korea (South)	Eritrea	Guam	Hong Kong	Japan	Trinidad & Tobago
Kuwait	Macedonia	Montenegro	Nigeria	Jordan	Tunisia
Laos	Madagascar	Mozambique	Oman	Kazakhstan	Turkey
Lebanon	Malawi	Myanmar (Burma)	Pakistan	Kenya	Uganda
Lesotho	Malaysia	Namibia	Panama	Kiribati	Sao Tome and Principe
Siberia	Maldives	Nepal	Papua New Guinea	Philippines	Saudi Arabia
Libya	Mauritania	New Caledonia	Paraguay	Portugal	USA
Macao (Macau)	Mauritius	Nicaragua	Russian Federation	Qatar	UK
Senegal	Mexico	Niger	Rwanda	Reunion	Yemen
Serbia	St. Vincent	Thailand	Sabah (Malaysia)	Sri Lanka	Zimbabwe
St. Lucia	Taiwan	Tanzania	Ukraine	United Arab Emirates	Zambia

Required Documents for International Driving Licence in Islamabad

 

 

Make sure you have the necessary paperwork with you before applying for an IDP; otherwise, your application may be rejected. It is also required that the applicant must appear in person.

• Copy of Pakistani driving licence (issued by Islamabad Traffic Police)
• Copy of valid passport along with valid visa
• Copy of CNIC of applicant
• Proof of residence in Islamabad

Step-by-Step Process to Apply for International Driving Licence in Islamabad

To submit your application, follow the procedure listed below.

• Complete your documents as mentioned in the section above.
• Get a token and wait for your turn.
• Submit all documents to the concerned person.
• Obtain an e-receipt after paying the fee.
• The application is then forwarded ahead for processing. You can collect your IDP on the date mentioned on the e-receipt.

Application Fee for International Driving Licence in Islamabad

The department accepts both regular and urgent applications. The application cost is PKR 500 if you pick the “regular” option, and PKR 1,050 if you select the “urgent” box.

 

Timings

The IDP application centre is open from Monday to Friday. The department’s hours are as follows:

• Monday to Thursday: 09:00 AM to 01:00 PM
• Friday: 09:00 to 12:00 PM

If you live in Pakistan and haven’t applied for a driving licence, you can find relevant information on the Graana blog on how to get a driving licence in other cities of Pakistan.

 

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FAQs

 

How much is the fee for international driver’s license in Islamabad?

The fee for an International Driver’s License in Islamabad, Pakistan, can vary based on the issuing authority and any regulation updates.

How can I get international driving license in Pakistan?

To obtain an International Driving License in Pakistan, follow these general steps:

Visit the relevant issuing authority, such as the Automobile Association of Pakistan (AAP) or the appropriate District Traffic Police Office.
Fill out an application form for an International Driving License.
Provide necessary documents, including a copy of your valid Pakistani driving license, passport, visa, two passport-sized photographs, and the required fee.
Some authorities might also require a medical certificate to ensure you are fit to drive internationally.
Once you’ve submitted all required documents and paid the fee, your application will be processed, and you’ll receive your International Driving License if approved.

Is Islamabad driving license valid in UK?

A driving license issued in Islamabad or anywhere in Pakistan is generally invalid for driving in the UK without additional steps. If you plan to drive in the UK, you would typically need to obtain an International Driving License (IDL) from Pakistan or apply for a UK driving license.

An IDL translates your national driving license and allows you to drive temporarily in other countries. However, specific rules and requirements can change, so checking official sources’ latest regulations and requirements is essential.

How many countries accept Pakistan driving license?

The acceptance of a Pakistan driving license varies from country to country. Many countries have reciprocal agreements that allow drivers with a valid Pakistani driving license to drive for a limited period using that license. However, the duration of validity and specific requirements can differ.

It’s essential to research and check the regulations of each country before planning to drive there. If you intend to stay in a foreign country for an extended period, you might need to consider applying for an International or obtaining a local driving license.

 

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