You could be like me, wondering why need to apply (pay fee SGD $20, valid for a year) IDP, since Singapore Driving License is recognised in many countries.
So these were the reasons:
The International Driving Permit (IDP) is recognised worldwide as a valuable document identifying motorists as legally-licensed drivers. While the Singapore driving licence is recognised in many countries, an IDP can minimise inconvenience for drivers especially in countries where English is not commonly spoken. Containing driving terms in various languages, IDP makes communication with car rental companies and other authorities so much easier. It is also a useful form of photo identification for the driver
Yes, photo will be taken and provided in the booklet. (All for $20)
Yes, IDP is actually a small booklet, quite similar our Passport (photo below), yet with many languages in those pages. Photo and address added at last page.
You can do it ONLINE but at the counter will be so much faster and ready to be collected within 10 mins. No queue when i was there over weekend.
I was highlighted that IDP not valid for China, Brazil.
International Driving Permit (IDP) useful in these situations in a foreign country:
1. Car rental
2. Motor insurance claims
3. Traffic violations
4. Traffic accidents
Foreigners who wish to convert their licence to a Singapore driving licence, you can check out this website HERE or call the Singapore Traffic Police at 6547 0000 for more information.
The Counter at Ang Mo Kio
Two locations:
AMK Singapore 569922
(Beside AMK HUB)
535 Kallang Bahru #01-08
GB Point Singapore 339351
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