International Driving Permit FAQs

When dealing with JPJ on International Driving Permit (IDP) related, the most common questions that frequently asked are summarized as below:

Q: How long does International Driving Permit (IDP) issued by JPJ valid and where to renew if expired?
A: The IDP validity is 1 year and only can be renew in JPJ offices or AAM office (Automobile Association of Malaysia).

Q: I just passed my driving test and currently holding Probationary Driving License (PDL), can I apply for IDP?
A: If you are still holding a Probationary Driving License (PDL), you are not allowed to get an IDP.

Q: I'm in overseas, can I apply IDP in Malaysian Embassy or local Road Transportation Authority?
A: IDP only can be apply in JPJ offices or AAM office (Automobile Association of Malaysia).

Q: Can I apply for International Driving Permit (IDP) driving test alone?
A: No, you must attend the Competent Driving License test prior to get the IDP.

Q: I'm foreigner living in Malaysia, can I apply IDP in JPJ offices by using my home country driving licence?
A: No, you have to convert / apply the IDP in your home country. JPJ offices only can proceed IDP for driving licence issued by them.

Q: I'm foreigner living in Malaysia with the IDP issued by my home country Road Transportation Authority, my IDP expiring soon, can I renew it here?
A: No, you have to renew your IDP in your home country. JPJ offices only can proceed IDP for driving licence issued by them.

Q: Can I drive with an International Driving Permit (IDP) only?
A; No, you must have your original driving license all the time you drive.

Q: My original driving license will expire in 3 months, can I still use International Driving Permit (IDP)?
A; Your original driving license supersedes IDP. You may use IDP for 3 months until your original driving license expires.

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