We just crossed a milestone that means a lot to us: 250 reviews on Trustpilot — and 249 of them are 5-stars. That gives us a perfect 5.0 average, which feels pretty incredible. When we started Fast IDP, we knew there was a real need for a faster, more reliable way to get an International Driving Permit. What we didn’t expect was how personal it would feel helping people get on the road all over the world. Each review represents a traveler who found themselves in a stressful o

I’ve taken road trips in well over a dozen countries, and Ecuador was one of the easiest and most enjoyable trips by car. Our journey took us from Quito to the Pululahua Crater, Quilotoa, and Cotopaxi, before looping back to Quito, and every bit of the trip was fantastic. If you’re thinking about driving in Ecuador as an American, here’s what stood out to me, and what you’ll want to know before you hit the road.

If you’re planning to rent a car or drive in Mexico, here’s some information that might make your trip smoother.

If you live in Washington State and need an International Driving Permit (IDP), you may have noticed that all the AAA offices in the...

If you live in Washington State and need an International Driving Permit (IDP) quickly, you’ve probably realized that getting one is not as simple as it used to be since all AAA offices in Washington permanently closed in June, 2025. AAA's online application is an option, but it takes 6-8 business days to be delivered to you. Fast IDP offers an option for next business day delivery.

This blog discusses why it’s important to avoid getting a fake IDP and how to spot an IDP scam.

If you’ve ever applied for an International Driving Permit (IDP) through AAA, you might have noticed that there’s also an option to get an Inter-American Driving Permit (IADP). They sound almost identical, but choosing the wrong one could cause problems once you’re driving abroad. Here’s what you need to know to pick the right permit for your trip, but in short, we recommend getting an IDP over an IADP unless you intend to drive in Uruguay or Brazil.

If you lose your International Driving Permit booklet during your trip and a local police officer or a rental desk asks for your IDP, you could face consequences like not being able to rent a car, being fined, or even having your car impounded. To avoid being tempted to drive without an IDP booklet while you’re on your trip, get a replacement within the timeframe that works best for you before you need to drive again.

Whether or not you need an IDP to drive in Vietnam as an American is a question without a straightforward answer. However, we’ll walk you through information from the best sources available, what your options are, and the potential impacts of what you do.

All AAA offices in Washington closed on June 27, 2025, but you can still get an IDP from AAA online, either slowly through AAA directly, or more quickly through Fast IDP.

If you're planning a driving vacation in Australia, here’s what stood out to me and what you might want to keep in mind. One quick note: If you're an American visiting Australia, you don't need an International Driving Permit (IDP) as long as you have a valid U.S. driver’s license.

AAA stores in Seattle and across Washington permanently closed on June 27, 2025, so now it's only possible to get an International Driving Permit online in Washington.

We’re incredibly proud to share that we just received our 200th review on Trustpilot, and that 199 of those reviews are 5 stars!

The Italian police seem to be increasing enforcement of International Driving Permit requirements for foreign drivers

If you need an International Driving Permit (IDP) in the United States, the American Automobile Association (AAA) is one of only two...

If you’re an American, the short answer is yes . In most cases, U.S. travelers must have an IDP along with their valid U.S. driver’s...

You can only drive in Japan with a US license if you have an International Driving Permit (IDP) to supplement it.  Japan is one of the...

If you need to receive an International Driving Permit (IDP) while traveling, it’s important to make sure your IDP is shipped somewhere...

Yes! If you need a scanned copy of your International Driving Permit (IDP), Fast IDP can provide one - just let us know you want one when...

One thing people frequently ask us is if we have good reviews from customers. The answer is a resounding yes - our reviews average 4.9...

The process of obtaining an International Driving Permit (IDP) varies based on where your driver’s license is from. The governments of...

General Validity Period of an International Driving Permit (IDP) IDPs are valid for either one year or three years from the date of...

Yes, you are required to have your license and either an IDP or an official translation, which is typically more complicated to get.

The cost of an International Driving Permit (IDP) from AAA varies depending on how you get it.