Apply For Obtain an International Driving Permit (IDP) in New Zealand by yourself
- You can apply in person in your local Center or the AA Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agent
- Show the current New Zealand driver’s licence (please be aware that older New Zealand paper licences are not accepted) A recent passport-sized photo that is taken on a plain background. It is possible to have your passport photo made at any AA Centre (AA members gets discounted rates)
- Make payment of the $20 application fee.
Apply through Post
- Fill out this application (see “Documents to Use” section). You might be required to provide your contact number or email address in the event that AA requires to contact you.
- Complete the form and send it together with the following documents:
- A high-quality photocopy of the back and front of the New Zealand driver’s licence (please be aware that old New Zealand paper licences are not accepted)
- A recent passport-sized photo that was taken using an unadorned background. The photo must be taken using an uncluttered background and in JPG format. The size should be between 35-45mm wide and 45-55mm tall at 300dpi resolution. This size will guarantee that a good quality image is reproducible.
- The $30 fee for application (includes the cost of postage and the processing) . Note: If you’re paying by cheque, you must make it payable the following address: NZAA Inc. or provide the details of your credit card. If you are applying for an overseas application, an advance draft from a bank or credit/debit card must be presented.
Register Online
- Make the following preparations:
- scans of the two sides of your New Zealand drivers licence in JPG format, which is approximately 85mm wide x 55mm high at 300dpi resolution (please be aware that old New Zealand paper licences are not accepted)
- A photocopy of a recent passport-sized image that was taken using an unadorned background. The photoraph should be taken on plain backgrounds in JPG format. It should be between 35 and 45mm wide and 45-55mm tall at 300dpi resolution. This size will guarantee that a good image quality that is reproducible.
- Submit your application online using the application form. Click here
- Make payment for the fee. Credit card payments that is NZ $30 , plus the delivery ensure you choose the payment method your prefers on the application form.
Receive your IDPOnce your application is accepted completed, AA has the ability to forward your IDP by post using the method you chose.
If the permit is lost in the mail and you do not receive it the next day, you’ll need to make a fresh request and then pay the fee once more.
Required Documents For Obtain an International Driving Permit
in Person
- Current New Zealand driver’s licence (please not that the older New Zealand paper licences are not accepted)
- A recent passport-sized image of simple background. You can get an image of your passport made at the AA Centre (AA members gets discounts)
Through Post
- The completed application form.
- A high-quality photocopy of the back and front on your New Zealand driver’s licence (please not forget that older New Zealand paper licences are not accepted)
- A recent passport-sized image that was taken using an unadorned background. The photo should be taken on plain backgrounds in JPG format. It should be between 35 and 45mm wide and 45-55mm tall at 300dpi resolution. This size will guarantee that a good image quality that is reproducible.
- The application fee is paid in advance.
Online:
- The scans on both sides of the current New Zealand drivers licence in JPG format, which is approximately 85mm wide x 55mm high with a resolution of 300dpi (please be aware that old New Zealand paper licences are not accepted)
- A photocopy of a recent passport-sized image that was taken using an unadorned background. The photo should be taken on an uncluttered background in JPG format. The size should be between 35-45mm wide and 45-55mm tall at 300dpi resolution. This size will guarantee that a good image quality that is reproducible.
- The credit card fee is NZ $30, plus delivery ensure you choose the delivery method you prefer on the form.
Office Locations and Contacts
AAA
Customer Contact Centre Customer Contact Centre
The Head OfficeT T: 9 966 08800
F: 09 966 8896
Level 16 Level 16, 99 Albert Street, Auckland 1010
PO Box 5, Shortland Street, Auckland 1140
What are all the Eligibility
IDPs are issued to individuals who have a valid ID. IDP is only available to an individual with a valid licence who is 18 or more years old. It’s not available to commercial users.
Fees
- The application must be submitted in person. Fee of $20
- Applications submitted via post Application fee of $30 (includes the cost of postage and processing)
- If you’re paying by check, please make it the cheque payable the following address: NZAA Inc. or provide the details of your credit card. In order to pay for overseas transactions, an advance draft from a bank or credit/debit card are required.
- Online applications Credit card payments of NZ $30, plus delivery
Validity
- This permit lasts for 12 consecutive months after the date it was issued. If you decide to become permanent residents of another country, you’ll have to apply for the local driver’s license.
- The IDP does not constitute a driver’s licence by itself. You need to show both your IDP as well as New Zealand’s driver’s permit at the time you travel.
Documents to Utilize
Application to obtain an International Driving Permit (IDP)
Processing Time
If you have New Zealand postal addresses, you’ll receive your IDP in between one and two working days. For different addresses, expect to get your IDP in seven to 21 days, depending on the method of delivery you select.
Need to have the Document
- International Driving Permits (IDP) are internationally recognized document that permits an individual to travel internationally. The requirements for an IDP is different from country to country , however it is recognized in all countries. It’s a good idea to have an IDP particularly if you’re intending to travel in a nation that English is not the native language as an IDP is an exchange of your license in local language into various languages.
- IDPs are only available by contacting the AA. Here are the steps for applying for one.
Information that can be useful
It is also mandatory to keep your current New Zealand driver’s license with you whenever you travel. To protect yourself, it would be best to save the IDP as well as your New Zealand driver licence separately when traveling.
External Links
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