How to get an IDP to drive in Tanzania

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IDP is essential when driving abroad


International Driving Permit (IDP), regulated by the United Nations, certifies that you are the holder of a valid driver's license in your country of origin.


Your IDP is a valid form of identification in more than 150 countries worldwide and contains your name, photo and driver information in the 12 most widely spoken languages in the world.

Required by car rental agencies worldwide
You must be 18 years or older to apply
No test is required

IDP is essential when driving abroad

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International Driving Permit (IDP), regulated by the United Nations, certifies that you are the holder of a valid driver's license in your country of origin.

Your IDP is a valid form of identification in more than 150 countries worldwide and contains your name, photo and driver information in the 12 most widely spoken languages in the world.

How to get your IDP

01

Fill in the forms

Have your driver’s license and delivery
address handy

02

Verify your ID

Upload pictures of your driver's license

03

Get approved

Wait for confirmation and you’re ready to go!

Getting an international driving permit for Tanzania

Travelers will find an unmatched adventure in Tanzania, home of famous wildlife parks, Mount Kilimanjaro, and immaculate beaches. Driving around this energetic nation offers a personal approach to appreciate its splendor. Legal and safe driving in Tanzania depends on an International Driving Permit (IDP).

Describe an International Driving Permission

A document translating your home-country driver's license into several languages is an International Driving Permit (IDP). Approved globally, it guarantees that local authorities and rental companies in Tanzania understand and respect your driving qualifications.

Does Tanzania's international driving permit apply to me?

Indeed, any foreign driver operating in Tanzania needs an IDP. It guarantees adherence to regional driving rules and offers a globally accepted form of identification when dealing with traffic authorities or rental cars.

Main Advantages of Having an IDP in Tanzania

Getting your international driving permit for Tanzania

Visit the ITA Office application page.
Use the online form to complete: Share correct personal and licensing information.
Upload necessary documentation: Add a copy of your driver's license and a picture taken in a passport style.
Choose your delivery style: Decide on digital, physical, or both media.
Turn in your application: Your IDP will be handled immediately and sent.

Basic Driving Guidelines and Requirements in Tanzania

Your Checklist for Tanzania Road Trip:
From your own country, a current valid driver's license
Global Driving Permission
Documents regarding vehicle registration and insurance
Tools, a first-aid kit, and emergency supplies including a spare tire
Maps or a credible GPS system

Important Basic Rules:
Travel left-hand side of the road.
There are speed restrictions:
Urban areas: 50 kilometers per hour.
Highways: 100 km/h.
All passengers must use seatbelts.
Poor vision and road conditions mean you should not drive at night.
Particularly close to national parks, be wary of wildlife crossings.

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Usually asked questions

Does Tanzania require an IDP? Indeed, foreign drivers have to guarantee legal conformity.
An IDP's validity length is: From their date of issue, most IDPs are good for one year.
Could I utilize my IDP anywhere else? Indeed, IDPs are acknowledged in many different nations all around. Look for specifics under local laws.

Advantages of Tanzania's driving

Driving in Tanzania gives you the freedom to see its cultural sites and natural beauties at your own speed. An IDP guarantees a hassle-free vacation, letting you concentrate on making lifelong memories.

Advice for Tanzania's Safe Driving

Get your international driving permit right now

Set out an amazing adventure in Tanzania. Apply now at ITA Office for your International Driving Permit. Apply now to start your journey or visit our FAQ page!