International driving licence

What

The so-called International Driving Permit (IDP) is an identity document that allows the holder to drive a private motor vehicle in any country that recognises the IDP. To be valid, the IDP must be accompanied by a valid driving license.

Who

If you are a third-country (i.e. non-EU/EEA) citizen and, at the same time, your country recognises the International Driving Permit, you may drive a motor vehicle in Slovakia with this permit. You are just required to hold two basic documents with you: a valid driving licence obtained in your country of origin and a valid international driving licence.

How

You have to apply for the international driving licence from a competent authority in the country where already your driving licence was issued before travelling to Slovakia. Once issued, it is valid for a year.

Good to know

You can check whether your country recognises the International Driving Permit at (in English): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Driving_Permit

Where

For more information please read (in English):
IOM_MIC_Vitajte_na_Slovensku_2016_WEB_1.pdf