Does Germany require IDP?
Does Germany require IDP? However, in Germany you don't need an IDP for a license in English, and the rental car agency usually only wants to see your US or Canadian driver's license. (VERIFY this with your rental car agency!) If you plan to drive a lot outside of Germany, you may still want to get an IDP, which is valid in over 150 countries.
Can US residents travel to Germany?
US citizens can visit Germany for tourism or short-term stays without a visa. The US has an agreement with the European Union that enables visa-free travel for Americans throughout the EU, which includes Germany.
Which countries require IDP for Americans?
An IDP is required in popular destinations such as Japan, Thailand, South Korea, Malaysia and Laos. Note that China never signed onto the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Travel. Americans cannot rent a car in China without first getting a Chinese driver's license.
Can tourists drive on the autobahn?
yes, but keep an eye out for police cars. How fast do most people drive on the Autobahn?
What countries in Europe require an IDP?
Generally, most European countries do not require American drivers to have an IDP. However, the following countries do require International Driver's Permits in conjunction with valid United States' driver's licenses: Austria, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Greece, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Italy, Slovenia, and Spain.
Can tourists drive in Germany?
In order to drive in Germany, you must be able to present a valid driver's license. Anyone with an appropriate permit can drive in the country. If you are a tourist and have a driving permit, go for it! Just note that in most cases you must be over 18 or 21 years old to rent a car.