DVLA warning to drivers planning a holiday this summer
The DVLA warned drivers: 'If you're hiring a car abroad, you should check with your car hire company if you need an International Driving Permit (IDP) before travelling."
Motoring experts at Swansway Motor Group said: "Plan accordingly to ensure you remain compliant with international driving laws.
"Not every country requires an International Driving Permit, but over 140 countries do.
"In key destinations like Turkey, Mexico, Canada, and Australia, being prepared with the correct type of IDP is crucial for lawful and hassle-free driving.
"Drivers need to be proactive in identifying whether their destination requires an IDP and, if so, which type."
There are three types of International Driving Permit: 1926, 1949 and 1968.
It is particularly common for you to require a 1968 International Driving Permit, which is necessary in countries including Austria, Belgium, Czechia and Denmark.
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It is also believed that the United States might soon require a 1968 International Driving Permit if you want to get behind the wheel stateside.
Authorities have said that UK licence holders don't need an IDP when visiting most countries in the EU, as well s Switzerland, Norway, Liechtenstein and Iceland.
However, Guidance from GOV.UK stressed: 'You should check if the individual state authority says you need an IDP. If you're hiring a car, you should check if the car hire company says you need an IDP.
'You may need both your driving licence and an IDP to hire a car in the US. If you have a paper UK driving licence, you must take another form of photographic ID, such as your passport.
'You may need to show an IDP to your insurance company if you're involved in an accident'
You can purchase an IDP from PayPoint locations from just £5.50.
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