International Driving Permit for Cyprus

Planning to drive or rent a car in Cyprus? An International Driving Permit (IDP) translates your existing national driver's licence into 12 languages so rental desks and local authorities in Cyprus can read your details. Apply online in a few minutes and receive your digital IDP fast.

Key facts about the International Driving Permit for Cyprus

• An International Driving Permit for Cyprus is a translation of your national driver's licence into 12 languages.
• It is used together with your original licence when driving or renting a vehicle in Cyprus.
• It is recognised under the 1949 Geneva and 1968 Vienna UN Conventions.
• The digital copy is typically delivered within minutes; a printed booklet and ID card can be shipped worldwide.
• Validity options are 1, 2, or 3 years. Applicants must be 18 or older.
• This is a private translation service, not a government-issued licence.

Frequently asked questions — driving in Cyprus

Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive in Cyprus?

Many car rental agencies and authorities in Cyprus ask for an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Requirements vary, so check your destination's rules before travelling.

How do I get an International Driving Permit for Cyprus?

Apply online: choose your plan and validity, upload your national licence and a passport photo, pay securely, and receive your digital IDP by email — usually within minutes.

How much does an International Driving Permit for Cyprus cost?

Digital-only plans start from 55 USD; Print + Digital plans (printed booklet, ID card, and digital copy) start from 75 USD. Group discounts apply automatically.

How long does it take to get an IDP for Cyprus?

The digital International Driving Permit is typically issued within minutes after your application is approved. Printed items are posted worldwide.