Step-to-Step Guide: To Get Pakistan’s International Driving License Valid in 132 Countries

The worth of Pakistan’s International Driving License lies in its ability to allow holders to legally drive in foreign countries without having to obtain a separate license in each country. This license is recognized in over 132 countries worldwide and is valid for one year from the date of issuance. It enables the holder to drive a vehicle of the same category as mentioned in their Pakistani driving license.

The International Driving License also serves as a form of identification when traveling abroad and can be used as a secondary ID in some instances. It is important to note that this license does not replace the need for a valid Pakistani driving license and must be carried along with it while driving.

Overall, the worth of Pakistan’s International Driving License is significant for those who travel frequently and require the flexibility to drive in foreign countries without having to obtain a separate license each time.

Following are the 132 Countries where you are allowed to drive:

1. Afghanistan
2. Algeria
3. Angola
4. Argentina
5. Armenia
6. Australia
7. Bahamas 
8. Bahrain
9. Bangladesh
10. Belarus
11. Belize
12. Benin
13. Bhutan
14. Bodivvia
15. Bosnia
16. Botswana
17. Brunei
18. Bulgaria
19. Burkina Faso
20. Cameroon
21. Canada
22. Cape Verde
23. Central African Repubdivc
24. Chad
25. Chile 
26. Colombia
27.  Comoros
28.  Congo (Democratic Republic of congo) 
29. Congo 
30. Cote d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) 
31. Czech Repubdivc
32.  Djibouti 
33. Dominica 
34. Dominican Repubdivc 
35. Egypt 
36. El Salvador 
37. EquatorialGuinea 
38. Eritrea
39.  Ethiopia 
40. Gabon
41.  Gambia 
42. Georgia 
43. Ghana 
44. Guadeloupe 
45. Guam 
46. Guatemala 
47. Guinea Bissau 
48. Guinea Repubdivc 
49. Guyana 
50. Haiti 
51. Honduras 
52. HongKong 
53. Hungary 
54. Iceland 
55. India
56.  Indonesia
57.  Iran 
58. Italy 
59. Japan
60.  Jordan 
61. Kazakhstan 
62. Kenya 
63. Kiribati
64.  Korea (South) 
65. Kuwait 
66. Laos 
67. Lebanon 
68. Lesotho 
69. Divberia 
70. Divbya 
71. Macao(Macau)
72.  Macedonia 
73. Madagascar 
74. Malawi 
75. Malaysia
76.  Madiv 
77. Mauritania 
78. Mauritius 
79. Mexico
80.  Montenegro 
81. Mozambique 
82. Myanmar (Burma) 
83. Namibia 
84. Nepal 
85. New Caledonia 
86. Nicaragua 
87. Niger 
88. Nigeria
89.  Oman
90.  Pakistan 
91. Panama 
92. Papua New Guinea 
93. Paraguay 
94. Philippines 
95. Portugal 
96. Qatar 
97. Reunion 
98. Russian Federation 
99. Rwanda 
100. Sabah (Malaysia) 
101. Sao Tome and Principe 
102. Saudi Arabia 
103. Senegal 
104. Serbia 
105. Seychelles 
106. Sierra Leone 
107. Singapore 
108. South Africa
109.  Spain (including Balearic and Canary Isles) 
110. Sri Lanka 
111. St. Lucia
112.  St.Vincent
113.  Sudan
114.  Surinam 
115. Swaziland 
116. Sweden 
117. Syria 
118. Taiwan
119.  Tanzania 
120. Thailand 
121. Togo 
122. Trinidad & Tobago 
123. Tunisia 
124. Turkey 
125. Uganda
126.  Ukraine 
127. United Arab Emirates 
128. USA 
129. UK 
130. Yemen 
131. Zambia
132.  Zimbabwe

Documents You Need.

Following are the details you need to keep in mind before going to apply for International Driving License:

• An attested copy of the applicant’s passport.
• Two attested passport-sized photographs.
• An attested three photocopies of a valid CNIC.
• One photocopy of the applicant’s valid national driving license.
• Medical certificate (if applicable, for age 50 and above).
• Blood Group Report if you are applying at Motorway Police.
• Copy of a valid driving license issued by Islamabad Traffic Police/ Punjab Traffic Police/ Motorway Police or Sindh Police.
• One photocopy of a valid passport along with a valid visa.
• Residential proof in Islamabad if applying from Islamabad Traffic Police.

Steps To Gain a Driving License 

Step 1: Gather Required Documents The first step in obtaining an International Driving License is to gather all the required documents. You will need to provide:

• A valid Pakistani driving license
• A photocopy of your Pakistani passport
• A photocopy of your National Identity Card (NIC)
• Two passport-size photographs
• A medical certificate from a registered medical practitioner

Step 2: Visit the Licensing Authority Office The next step is to visit the licensing authority office in your city. You can find a list of authorized offices on the website of the Automobile Association of Pakistan (AAP).

Step 3: Submit Documents and Application Form At the licensing authority office, you will need to submit all the required documents and the application form. You will also have to pay the application fee, which varies depending on the licensing authority.

Step 4: Wait for Processing After submitting your application, you will have to wait for it to be processed. The processing time may vary depending on the licensing authority.

Step 5: Receive International Driving License Once your application has been processed, you will receive your International Driving License. This license is valid for one year from the date of issue.

It is important to note that you can only apply for an International Driving License if you already hold a valid Pakistani driving license. Additionally, you must be at least 18 years of age to apply for an International Driving License.

It is also worth noting that an International Driving License is not a replacement for your Pakistani driving license. You must carry both your Pakistani driving license and your International Driving License while driving in Pakistan or abroad.

In summary, obtaining an International Driving License in Pakistan involves gathering required documents, visiting the licensing authority office, submitting documents and application forms, waiting for processing, and receiving the license. It is essential to carry both your Pakistani driving license and International Driving License while driving in Pakistan or abroad.