How to Process International Driving License? Many of you ask about this term. However, the actual term is “International Driving Permit”. Shortly people also know it as “IDP”. It’s actually the permission or allowance for a person to drive a bike or any other automobile in a foreign country while traveling to or through it. In this content, DeshiBiker will reveal the complete Process of getting an International Driving Permit in Bangladesh along with the necessary documents and fees.
What is the purpose of IDP?
Why are IDPs important? An International Driving Permit offers so many conveniences. Here is the set of reasons:
- An IDP gives you permission to drive a vehicle in a foreign country. Otherwise, even if you have a national driving license, you can’t legally drive a bike or other automobile in a foreign country.
- Even if you get to drive a vehicle in a foreign nation without an IDP, if they catch you, it will cause you to be fined or even you may need to face some serious punishment.
- The International Driving Permit actually provides you with inner peace and self-confidence. Because with it, you don’t need to break the rules.
How can I Convert my Bangladeshi Driving Licence to International?
To acquire an IDP from Bangladesh, the applicant must own a BRTA license or Driving License BD. This license is given after taking part and passing in 3 stages of tests. Without a Motorcycle or Lightweight DL in BD, you can’t apply for an IDP. You must remember, that the BRTA provides the Driving License BD but doesn’t issue the IDP. Indeed, the Automobile Association of Bangladesh (AAB) provides the IDP. You can claim an International Driving Permit by completing a procedure.
How to Get International Driving Permit?
Eligibility: There are some criteria to be eligible to apply for an IDP. First of all, you must have a BD Driving License. And yes, the applicant must be no less than 18.
Fill Out the Form: Take the form provided by the Automobile Association of Bangladesh (AAB). By the way, one can get it from the BRTA website.
Required Documents: To get an IDP, you need some documents.
- Firstly, fill out the application form for the International Driving Permit. It includes personal information as well as physical fitness confirmation.
- Add your Valid Bangladeshi driving license (original and photocopy). It must have a minimum of 1-month validity remaining.
- 4 passport-size photographs and 1 stamp-size photograph.
- Photocopy of Passport’s information page.
- Photocopy of National Identity Card (NID).
Attestation: If the applicant is to submit his papers to the Mirpur BRTA, then he is not required to fulfill this step. However, if he submits the documents to any other branch, he needs to bring an NOC from the concerned BRTA. An attested Driving License from the concerned BRTA would also work.
Submit the Documents: After gathering all your papers you need to visit the Automobile Association of Bangladesh. The location of the AAB is 3B Outer Circular Road, Moghbazar, Dhaka-1217. Local BRTA offices or local agencies can also help you get many required information.
Pay the Fees, wait for the processing, and finally collect your IDP.
How Much is the International Driving License in Bangladesh?
The fee required for applying for the International Driving License in Bangladesh is 2500 Taka. In Words, Two Thousand and Five Hundred Taka only. By the way, if you need to get the IDP on an emergency basis, then it will cost you a thousand more as the fee will be 3500 (Three Thousand and Five Hundred Taka). Moreover, if you need to bring in the NOC or an attested DL but you fail to bring the clearance, then you need to pay an additional 1000 (One Thousand) Taka.
How much time does it take to get an international driving license in Bangladesh? 2500 Taka normally. 3500 for emergencies. 1000 extra for NOC or attestation failure.
How can I get IDP in Bangladesh?
As you submit your documents with fees paid, you need to wait to receive the IDP. It takes a few days for the processing. Normally, AAB takes 15 working days to issue the IDP. But in case of an emergency, they will deliver within 5 working days. After your IDP’s processing is done, you can receive it from the AAB office. Carry the fee payment receipt with you when you are to collect your International Driving Permit.
Which countries accept Bangladeshi international driving licenses?
Over 150 countries do recognize the International Driving Permit. The list includes countries like: the USA, Australia, Canada, Japan, Armenia, Ireland, Finland, Singapore, Thailand, etc.
Is Bangladesh driving license valid in Germany, Australia?
Actually, the Bangladesh driving license is not valid in Australia or Germany. But if you do get an International Driving Permit using the BD DL, that will provide you validity to drive a bike or other automobiles in those foreign countries.
Can I use my Bangladeshi driving licence in the UK, Canada?
Yet again, the same answer. The Bangladeshi driving licence has no validity in the UK, USA, or Canada. But an IDP has. So, convert your BD DL to an IDP by applying to AAB with the above-alluded procedure. It will give you the allowance to ride an automobile in more than 150 countries including the United States, Canada, and European countries.
However, if you are planning to stay for more than 6 months in a foreign country, then you’ll have to apply for that country’s own Driving License. Otherwise, they won’t grant you an IDP or to drive a vehicle within their territory.
