Driving Abroad Checklist

Use this planning checklist before an international road trip or car rental.

Documents

Valid domestic driving licence
Passport and travel documents
International Driving Permit if required or recommended
Rental agreement or vehicle authorization
Insurance evidence where applicable

Destination checks

Minimum driver age and rental-company age rules
Local speed limits and road signs
Toll roads, low-emission zones, vignettes, or congestion charges
Child-seat and seat-belt rules
Emergency numbers and roadside procedures

Final verification

Recheck requirements close to your departure date using authoritative sources. Rules, accepted documents, and rental policies may change.