Your Indian Driver's Licence Is Acceptable In These Countries So You Can Road Trip Worry-Free

Indian Driving Licence

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Cost-Effective

[{"selector":"#anim-ea27033a-0b2f-469b-a478-8f979841c64f [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(69.96063572493699%, 0, 0) translate(13.36898395721925%, -2.7211771209946134%) scale(1.267379679144385)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] For short stays, this can be convenient and cost-effective for travellers from India. Credits: Unsplash

1. Germany

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2. Switzerland

[{"selector":"#anim-112cad77-0dfb-4a63-b304-53e46f6ee517 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-31.2687498863395%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Switzerland permits Indian licence holders to drive for a year without needing an international driving permit. Credits: Unsplash

3. New Zealand

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4. France

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5. Australia

[{"selector":"#anim-15d7451b-c358-42b7-a7db-561e8e4fa6a3 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-32.5612064525407%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] In Australia, you can drive with your Indian licence in most states, as long as it’s in English or accompanied by a certified translation. Credits: Unsplash

6. Singapore

[{"selector":"#anim-92288f76-6a7b-4174-9994-42c263b4a35b [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-31.249999886225726%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Singapore permits Indian drivers to use their licence for up to a year, provided they hold a valid visa. Credits: Unsplash

[{"selector":"#anim-aec2d9ce-927b-4ac7-a512-ee526d8767e9 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-52.20934972843831%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] When are you planning a road trip to these countries? Credits: Unsplash