An International Driving Permit can only be obtained from an officially authorised organisation in the same country where your driving license was issued. It is not possible to obtain a valid IDP in the UAE if you are a visitor or tourist — it must be issued before you travel, in your home country.

Important warning about fraudulent offers

Many third-party websites and — in some cases — even rental companies falsely claim they can sell or “arrange” an IDP on your behalf. These offers are often tactics to push bookings or avoid verifying proper documents. Such so-called IDPs are fake or invalid and are not recognised by UAE authorities or reputable rental companies.

Legal notice: Using a fake or forged driving document in the UAE is a serious criminal offence and can result in imprisonment, heavy fines, and deportation. If any company pressures you to use or buy a suspicious document, refuse immediately and report it to the police or your embassy.

Where to get a legitimate IDP

• Your national automobile association (e.g., AAA in the USA, AA or RAC in the UK, ADAC in Germany, CAA in Canada)
• Your country’s government transport authority or the official driving license department

Apply directly through the official channel in your country — either online or in person — before travelling to the UAE.

What we accept at Imperial Premium Rent a Car

• Original driving license issued by the authorised authority of your home country
• Original and valid International Driving Permit (IDP) issued by the authorised body in your country (if required for your license)