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$55 NAATI-certified driver licence translations
If you plan to drive in Australia with a licence in Italian, Portuguese or Spanish, you’ll probably need to carry a driver licence translation done by a NAATI Certified Translator. Unless you have an International Driving Permit, most Australian car rental companies and transport licencing authorities will also require you to provide an English translation of your driver’s licence.
With TradTrans, current driver licences in Italian, Portuguese and Spanish can usually be translated for $55 AUD and you may be eligible for next day delivery. Order online or email TradTrans a scanned copy or photo of your licence (front and back) for a free no-obligation quote.
- $55 AUD per licence
- 1-2 business days turnaround
- Prepared and stamped by a NAATI-certified translator
Driver licence translations available to order instantly
Next business day delivery
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Driver licence translations by state
Now that you’ve decided to get a driver licence translation, what sort do you need? Well, the answer varies by state. With a driver licence translation by a NAATI-certified translator, you can drive in most states of Australia. But if you are moving to NSW or the NT things get a bit tricky.
| State | Visiting drivers | Residents | Can TradTrans help? |
| Australian Capital Territory (ACT) | Official English translation from one of these places: – An embassy or consulate – The Department of Home Affairs – A translator who is certified by NAATI | Official English translation from one of these places: – An embassy or consulate – The Department of Home Affairs – A translator who is certified by NAATI | Yes |
| New South Wales (NSW) | English translation | Original translation from one of: – Department of Home Affairs Free Translating Service – Multicultural NSW | Only for visiting drivers |
| Northern Territory (NT) | Official translation into English done by an authorised translator in the NT | Official translation into English by an authorised translator | No |
| Queensland (QLD) | Recognised English translation – the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) has a list of approved translators | Recognised English translation from an approved National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) translator | Yes |
| South Australia (SA) | English translation by one of: – a National Accreditation Authority for Translators & Interpreters Ltd (NAATI) approved translator – from a consulate office in Australia – the South Australian Government Interpreting and Translating Centre or interstate equivalent -the Federal Department of Social Services’ free translating service | Official translation from one of: – a National Accreditation Authority for Translators & Interpreters Ltd (NAATI) approved translator – consulate office in Australia – the South Australian Government Interpreting and Translating Centre (Multicultural SA) or interstate equivalent | Yes |
| Tasmania (TAS) | Official English translation by a person accredited to translate | English translation | Yes |
| Victoria (VIC) | Translated by any NAATI accredited translator or an appropriate consulate in Australia | NAATI approved English translation | Yes |
| Western Australia (WA) | Translation of it into the English language verified by a person or body approved by the CEO | English translation from an approved translator, being one of: – National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) certified translators – Tertiary qualified translators. – Permanent Pre-2007 NAATI Accredited Practitioners listed on the Office of Multicultural Interests (OMI) website. – Department of Home Affairs (DHA) ‘Free Translating Service’. | Yes |
NAATI = National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (naati.com.au)
Information current as at 29 September 2026
Next day delivery for driver licence translations
Find out if next business day delivery (Mon-Fri) is available for a driver licence translation from your country of origin here.
If your location is not listed, or if you need urgent weekend delivery, email TradTrans directly for a free no-obligation quote. We can probably work out something to meet your needs. Just ask.
| Country of origin | Name of licence | Delivery time (business days AEST) |
|---|---|---|
| Argentina | Licencia Nacional de Conducir | 1-2 days, depends on province |
| Bolivia | Licencia para Conducir | Next business day delivery (Mon-Fri) |
| Brazil | Carteira Nacional de Habilitação | 2 days turnaround |
| Chile | Licencia de Conductor | Next business day delivery (Mon-Fri) |
| Costa Rica | Licencia de Conducir | 2 days turnaround |
| Cuba | Licencia de Conducción | 2 days turnaround |
| Colombia | Licencia de Conducción | Next business day delivery (Mon-Fri) |
| Dominican Republic | Licencia de Conducir | 2 days turnaround |
| Ecuador | Licencia para Conducir | Next business day delivery (Mon-Fri) |
| El Salvador | Licencia de Conducir | 2 days turnaround |
| Guatemala | Licencia de Conducir | Next business day delivery (Mon-Fri) |
| Honduras | Permiso de Conducir | 2 days turnaround |
| Italy | Patente di Guida | Next business day delivery (Mon-Fri) |
| Mexico | Licencia para Conducir | 1-2 days, depends on state |
| Mozambique | Carta de Condução | 2 days turnaround |
| Nicaragua | Licencia de Conducir | 2 days turnaround |
| Panama | Licencia de Conducir | 2 days turnaround |
| Paraguay | Licencia de Conducir | 2 days turnaround |
| Peru | Licencia de Conducir | Next business day delivery (Mon-Fri) |
| Portugal | Carta de Condução | 2 days turnaround |
| Puerto Rico | Licencia de Conducir | 2 days turnaround |
| Spain | Permiso de Conducción | Next business day delivery (Mon-Fri) |
| Switzerland | Licenza di Condurre | Next business day delivery (Mon-Fri) |
| Uruguay | Permiso Único Nacional de Conducción Licencia Nacional de Conductor | Next business day delivery (Mon-Fri) |
| Venezuela | Licencia para Conducir | Next business day delivery (Mon-Fri) |
What’s in a name?
They call it a driving licence in the UK, and a driver license in the US, but here in Australia it’s officially known as a driver licence. You’ll hear Aussies calling it a driver’s licence when they speak though, so feel free to use whatever name you want! TradTrans can provide a driver licence translation whatever you call it.
Driver licence translations for visiting drivers
Driver licence regulations for visiting drivers vary by state in Australia, but in most cases you can use a driver licence translation provided by TradTrans. Each state is different so make sure you check the rules for the places where you will be visiting before ordering your translation.
Order online now or email a scanned copy or photo of your licence (front and back) to info@tradtrans.com.au
Visiting driver regulations by state
As a visiting driver in Australia (tourists/business trips) you can generally drive for at least three months as long as you carry your original driver licence in Italian, Portuguese or Spanish along with an English translation. You can even order your driver licence translation from home, before you depart for your Australian holiday.
| State | What sort of driver licence translation do I need? | How long can I drive as a visitor? | Do I need an original hard copy? | Can TradTrans help? |
| Australian Capital Territory (ACT) | Official translation from an embassy, consulate, the Department of Home Affairs or a translator who is certified by NAATI | As long as you have no intention of becoming an ACT resident | No | Yes |
| New South Wales (NSW) | English translation | Up to 6 months | No | Yes |
| Northern Territory (NT) | Official translation of your overseas licence into English done by an authorised translator in the NT | Up to 3 months | Maybe – you need to carry an “original version” | No |
| Queensland (QLD) | Recognised English translation by a NAATI approved translator | Up to 3 months if you have a resident visa | No | Yes |
| South Australia (SA) | Translation by a NAATI approved translator | Up to 90 days if you become a permanent resident of SA | Maybe – it needs to be an “original document” | Yes |
| Tasmania (TAS) | English translation of your licence by a person accredited to translate | As long as you are a visitor or have a temporary visa | No | Yes |
| Victoria (VIC) | Translation document | Up to 6 months from when you first arrived in Victoria | No | Yes |
| Western Australia (WA) | You may not need a translation | As long as you are a tourist, on a business trip, studying or working temporarily in WA | No | Yes |
NAATI = National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (naati.com.au)
Information current as at 11 June 2024
Find out exactly what each state authority has to say for visiting drivers (licence translations for tourists)
It can be hard to find information online in a foreign country. These links have gathered together the important information about driver licence translations for international drivers visiting each state in Australia. Check the authority’s website for more information, but be assured TradTrans stays up to date with all the various translation requirements.
Australian Capital Territory (ACT)
A driver licence translation from TradTrans qualifies as an official English translation. All translations will be done by a NAATI certified translator.
If your licence is not in English:
https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au/driving-transport-and-parking/licences/drivers-with-licences-from-overseas#Visiting-drivers-with-overseas-licences
You need an official English translation from one of these places:
• An embassy or consulate (a government office from your country),
• The Department of Home Affairs (an Australian government office), or
• A translator who is certified by NAATI (a group that approves translators in Australia).
New South Wales (NSW)
A driver licence translation from TradTrans qualifies as an English translation.
If your licence is not written in English, you must also carry an English translation, or an International Driving Permit. This is issued by the motoring association or embassy of the country that you are licensed to drive in.
https://www.nsw.gov.au/driving-boating-and-transport/driver-and-rider-licences/visiting-or-moving-to-nsw/visiting-from-overseas-or-interstate#toc-tourists-and-overseas-visitors
Northern Territory (NT)
You may need to contact a translator authorised in the NT for this one, sorry! It will take longer and cost more, but that’s the information the NT state government provides. You could try driving with a NAATI-certified translation done from another state, but no guarantees what will happen with the police if you do get pulled over 🙁
If you didn’t get an international driving permit from your country of origin, you must:
https://nt.gov.au/driving/licence/new-nt-residents-and-visitors/driver-licence-rules-for-new-nt-residents-and-visiting-drivers
• get an official translation of your overseas licence into English – this must be done by an authorised translator in the NT
• carry the original versions of these documents when you drive, along with your overseas licence.
If you need help with translation, you can contact Interpreting and Translating Service NT (ITSNT).
https://nt.gov.au/community/interpreting-and-translating-services/interpreting-and-translating-service-nt/get-a-translation
A document translation can take 5 business days for Interpreting and Translating Service NT (ITSNT) to complete. You can also request urgent translations. Extra fees apply.
https://nt.gov.au/community/interpreting-and-translating-services/interpreting-and-translating-service-nt/get-a-translation
Queensland (QLD)
A driver licence translation from TradTrans qualifies as a recognised English translation. All translations will be done by a NAATI approved (certified) translator.
Getting stopped by police
https://www.qld.gov.au/transport/licensing/driver-licensing/overseas/driving
If your licence isn’t in English, you should carry a recognised English translation of it when you’re driving. Show this translation to police when you have to show your driver licence.
The National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) has a list of approved translators.
South Australia (SA)
A driver licence translation from TradTrans will be done by a NAATI approved (certified) translator. Ask for a hard-copy with the wet stamp and signature to be safe, or use the electronic stamp with a QR code in place of a signature.
Acceptable translations
www.sa.gov.au/topics/driving-and-transport/licences/interstate-and-overseas/driving-with-an-overseas-licence
Driver’s licence translations will only be accepted if they meet one of these conditions:
• an original document (photocopies, faxes and certified copies are not acceptable)
• translated by a National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) approved translator and signed by the translator
• from a consulate office in Australia, signed by a consulate officer, and on official consulate letterhead
• from the South Australian Government Interpreting and Translating Centre or interstate equivalent, or the Federal Department of Social Services’ free translating service on the appropriate template.
Tasmania (TAS)
A driver licence translation from TradTrans will be done by a person accredited to translate (NAATI certified translator).
What do I do if my licence is not in English?
https://www.transport.tas.gov.au/licensing/interstate_or_overseas_licences/driving_in_tasmania_on_an_interstate_or_overseas_licence
If your overseas driver licence is not in English, you must carry your licence and:
> an international driving permit
OR
> an English translation of your licence by a person accredited to translate.
Victoria (VIC)
A driver licence translation from TradTrans qualifies as an English translation.
Carrying your licence
https://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/licences/new-to-victoria/driving-with-your-overseas-licence-in-victoria
You should have your overseas licence with you when you drive.
If your licence is not in English, you need to have either:
• an English translation of your licence, or
• an international driving permit in English.
You should keep this with your licence when you drive.
Western Australia (WA)
The information available online doesn’t mention the need for a driver licence translation, but if you dig a little deeper it turns out you do need one. TradTrans can help! A driver licence translation from TradTrans qualifies as an approved English translation.
Visiting from overseas or interstate
https://www.transport.wa.gov.au/licensing/drivers-licence/visit-move-wa/visiting-overseas-interstate
If you are visiting Western Australia from overseas or another Australian state or territory, you can use your current driver’s licence.
Visiting drivers include:
Personal communication from the Department of Transport Contact Centre, 8 October 2024
• Overseas Defence Force personnel and their families
• People on business trips
• People with working holiday visas
• People working temporarily in WA
• Students studying in WA
• Tourists.
If the overseas licence is not in English, they must carry an international driving permit or an approved English translation of the licence with them when driving.
Information current as at 13 July 2025
Resident driver regulations by state (licence translations to get an Australian licence)
Driver licence transfers for new immigrants vary by state in Australia, but in most cases you can get an Australian licence with a translation provided by TradTrans. Each state is different so make sure you check the rules for the places where you will be living before ordering your translation.
| State | Issuing Authority | What sort of translation do I need? | Do I need an original hard copy? | Can TradTrans help? |
| Australian Capital Territory (ACT) | Road Transport Authority | Official translation from an embassy, consulate, the Department of Home Affairs or a translator who is certified by NAATI | No | Yes |
| New South Wales (NSW) | Roads and Traffic Authority | Official translation from Multicultural NSW | Maybe – you need to provide an “original translation” | No |
| Northern Territory (NT) | Motor Vehicle Registry | Official translation by an authorised translator | No | Yes |
| Queensland (QLD) | Transport and Main Roads | Recognised English translation by a NAATI certified translator | No | Yes |
| South Australia (SA) | SA Department for Infrastructure and Transport | Official translation by a NAATI certified translator or the SA Interpreting and Translating Centre | Maybe – it needs to be “signed” by a NAATI certified translator | Yes |
| Tasmania (TAS) | Department of State Growth | English translation | No | Yes |
| Victoria (VIC) | VicRoads | English translation by a NAATI certified translator | No | Yes |
| Western Australia (WA) | Department of Transport | Official translation by a NAATI certified translator or the Free Translating Service | No | Yes |
NAATI = National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (naati.com.au)
Find out exactly what each state authority has to say for resident drivers (licence transfer regulations by state)
Australian Capital Territory (ACT)
If you are moving to the ACT and want to convert your foreign licence you will need an official English translation. You can use one that has been done by TradTrans as it will be translated by a NAATI certified translator.
European licences
If your licence is from an recognised country such as Italy, Portugal, Spain or Switzerland you can apply for a full ACT licence without doing any extra training or tests, but you will still need a driver licence translation.
Licence holders with recognition status
https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au/driving-transport-and-parking/licences/drivers-with-licences-from-overseas#Residents-of-the-ACT-with-Overseas-licences
If you have a full driver licence from a country that Australia recognises, you can get an ACT full licence without doing any extra training or tests.
You must also bring an official English translation from one of these places:
– An embassy or consulate (a government office from your country),
– The Department of Home Affairs (an Australian government office), or
– A translator who is certified by NAATI (a group that approves translators in Australia).
American licences
If your licence is from Central America or South America you will need to do additional training and testing, and you will also need a driver licence translation.
Licence holders with non-recognised status
https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au/driving-transport-and-parking/licences/drivers-with-licences-from-overseas#Residents-of-the-ACT-with-Overseas-licences
As of 1 July 2025 if you hold a licence from a country that does not hold ‘recognition status’, you will need to do additional training and testing before being issued an ACT driver licence.
If your driver licence is not written in English, you must also bring an official English translation from one of these places:
– An embassy or consulate (a government office from your country),
– The Department of Home Affairs (an Australian government office), or
– A translator who is certified by NAATI (a group that approves translators in Australia).
New South Wales (NSW)
If you want to exchange your foreign licence for a NSW licence, you will need an official English translation, but TradTrans is not able to provide one that meets your needs. You will need to seek a translation from Multicultural NSW.
Documents written in a language other than English
https://www.nsw.gov.au/driving-boating-and-transport/driver-and-rider-licences/visiting-or-moving-to-nsw/moving-your-overseas-licence/prepare-your-application#toc-overseas-licence-document-requirements
If your overseas licence or confirmation letter is not written in English, you must provide an original translation. Photocopies of original translations are not acceptable.
We accept document translations from:
– DHA Free Translation service Free Translating Service
– Multicultural NSW (previously Community Relations Commission of NSW).
Translations obtained through any other means are not acceptable.
Northern Territory (NT)
If you are moving to the NT and want to convert your foreign licence you will need a licence translation and you can do so with a translation that that has been done by a NAATI certified translator. This qualifies as an official translation by an authorised translator.
Transfer your overseas driver licence
https://nt.gov.au/driving/licence/new-nt-residents-and-visitors/transfer-your-overseas-licence
Go to an MVR office with your current overseas driver licence in English or if it’s not in English, you must also provide one of the following:
– international driving permit
– official translation of the overseas licence into English by an authorised translator
– original letter from the licensing authority in the country of origin – if not in English, you must also provide this with an official translation by an authorised translator.
Queensland (QLD)
If you are moving to Queensland and want to convert your foreign licence you will need a recognised English translation. You can use one that has been done by TradTrans as it will be translated by a NAATI certified (approved) translator.
Transferring an overseas licence
https://www.qld.gov.au/transport/licensing/driver-licensing/overseas/transfer#transfer-overseas
In all cases, you will need to:
– bring your overseas licence
– bring a recognised English translation (if the licence is not in English) from an approved National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) translator
I can confirm that we do accept digital stamps as proof of accredited translation … We started accepting NAATI digital stamps shortly after they were introduced and updated our internal systems and processes to reflect this.
Personal communication from QLD Transport and Main Roads 6 November 2023
South Australia (SA)
If you are moving to South Australia and want to convert your foreign licence you will need an official translation. You can use one that has been done by TradTrans as it will be translated by a NAATI certified translator.
Please also note that the translation must be an original signed document, so ask TradTrans to post the hard copy out to you with the wet stamp and signature.
Licences that are not in English
https://www.sa.gov.au/topics/driving-and-transport/licences/interstate-and-overseas/overseas-licence-transfer
If your existing licence is not in English, you will need to provide an official translation as part of your application to transfer it to a South Australian licence.
Translations must be an original document and:
– translated and signed by a person approved by the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters Ltd (NAATI)
– translations provided by a Consulate office in Australia, signed and on official consular letterhead. Please check with the consulate office that a translation service is provided.
– translations provided directly by, or with the endorsement of, the South Australian Government Interpreting and Translating Centre (Multicultural SA) or interstate equivalent.
Tasmania (TAS)
If you are moving to Tasmania and want to convert your foreign licence you will need an English translation. You can use one that has been done by TradTrans as it will be translated by a NAATI certified translator.
How do I convert my overseas licence?
https://www.transport.tas.gov.au/licensing/interstate_or_overseas_licences/converting_an_overseas_licence/accordion/how_do_i_convert_my_overseas_licence
To convert your overseas licence you will need to:
– Go to Service Tasmania.
– Provide full evidence of identity.
– Provide your overseas licence (and international driving permit or English translation if necessary).
– Complete a licence application form.
Victoria (VIC)
If you are moving to Victoria and want to convert your foreign licence you will need a NAATI approved English translation. You can use one that has been done by TradTrans as it will be translated by a NAATI certified translator.
Bring to your appointment:
https://billing.vicroads.vic.gov.au/bookings/Overseas/RecognisedTerms
A NAATI approved English translation of your licence or an international driving permit (only required if your overseas licence isn’t in English).
Translating your driver licence, learner permit or documents
https://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/languages/using-an-interpreter-or-translator
If your driver licence or learner permit is not in English, you must have it translated by any NAATI accredited translator, or an appropriate consulate in Australia. Fees may apply.
You can use a translated current International Driver Permit if it complies with the UN Convention for international driving permits and:
– is issued by the country which issued your overseas driver licence
– contains the first issue date, licence categories, expiry date, your full name and date of birth.
The reference to “accredited” translators is out-of-date, but the intended meaning is the same. NAATI moved from an accreditation system to a certification system on 01 January 2018. You can get more information about the new system here.
Western Australia (WA)
If you are moving to Western Australia and want to convert your foreign licence you can do so with an official translation from a NAATI certified translator which has been endorsed with an official NAATI stamp. You can use one that has been done by TradTrans as it will be translated, certified and stamped by a NAATI certified translator.
Non-English driver’s licences
https://www.transport.wa.gov.au/licensing/drivers-licence/visit-move-wa/moving-from-overseas/transfer-recognised-country
You will need to provide an official translation of your overseas driver’s licence document if any part of it is not in English.
Who can translate your licence
We accept translations of overseas driver’s licences from:
– National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) certified translators (including Recognised Practising).
– Tertiary qualified translators.
– Permanent Pre-2007 NAATI Accredited Practitioners listed on the Office of Multicultural Interests (OMI) website.
– Department of Home Affairs (DHA) ‘Free Translating Service’. This service is for eligible customers only. Refer to the DHA website for further information.
– Official consulates or embassies. Translations undertaken by consulates or embassies are only accepted where the language required to be translated is not provided by NAATI or a tertiary qualified translator.
Note: For NAATI translations, DoT will not accept translations by an accredited translator dated after 1 January 2018 (excluding translators holding Permanent Pre-2007 NAATI Accreditation listed on the OMI website). Translations by a NAATI translator dated before 1 January 2018 are not affected and will still be accepted.
Information current as at 13 June 2022
Driver licence translations for car rental
Need a driver licence translation to rent a car? Talk to TradTrans about getting one now!
Which companies might hire a car to you with only your foreign licence in Italian, Portuguese or Spanish?
Good for you! Don’t forget to check the road regulations for the state or territory where you’re going to be driving.
Even if the car rental company doesn’t require a translation to hire the car to you, you still have to comply with local road rules. You can read more about it below.
Which companies will hire a car to you with an English translation?
Which companies will only hire a car to you with an International Driving Permit (IDP)?
An International Driving Permit is technically just a translation, but TradTrans can’t help you with one. Hopefully you remembered to get an IDP before leaving home!
Car rental companies
Click on a company name below to get more information on translation requirements
Ace Rental Cars
You can use a translation that has been done by a NAATI certified translator. This qualifies as a certified English translation. It’s possible that translations from other sources may not be accepted.
What do I need to collect an Ace rental vehicle?
https://www.acerentalcars.com.au/faqs/
When collecting your Ace rental vehicle, please bring the following with you:
– Booking confirmation number
– Valid driver’s license (not a learner’s permit) written in English. Please note that international license customers will need either a translation or international permit.
– Credit or debit card
All Bargain Car Rentals (Melbourne only)
You can use a translation that has been done by a NAATI certified translator. This qualifies as a translation into English.
Can I hire a car on an international drivers licence?
https://www.allbargaincarrentals.com.au/faq.htm
Yes. International and most foreign drivers licences are accepted for rental car agreements, licence translation into English may be required for licence holders from some overseas / international travellers.
Alpha Car Hire
You can use a translation that has been done by a NAATI certified translator. This qualifies as an English translation.
Using an International Overseas Driver’s License
https://alphacarhire.com.au/blog/what-to-know-before-booking-with-alpha-car-hire/
If you’re a tourist, you must present an international driver’s license. If you are from a non-English speaking country, you will need to also provide a license with English translations.
Apex Car Rentals
You can use a translation that has been done by a NAATI certified translator. This qualifies as an accurate English translation. It’s possible that translations from other sources may not be accepted.
What are the driver licence requirements to hire an Apex vehicle?
https://www.apexrentals.com.au/rental-info/frequently-asked-questions#requirements
IMPORTANT NOTE: … If your overseas driver licence is not in English, you must also carry an accurate English translation or International Driving Permit issued by one of the following:
For rentals in Australia:
– You can use an accredited translation service approved by the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) – or an Australian Institute of Interpreters and Translators (AUSIT).
– You can also use a certified translation issued by a diplomatic representative at a high commission, embassy or consulate, or the authority that issued your overseas licence.
Avis Australia
You will need an approved translation. It is not clear whether a translation by a NAATI certified translator is sufficient. It probably is, but you may like to check with Avis before ordering your translation.
Do I need an international drivers licence?
https://www.avis.com.au/en/customer-service/faqs/au/renter-requirements
If your drivers licence is in any language other than English, it must be accompanied by an approved translation such as an International Driver Permit, issued in accordance with a United Nations Convention on road traffic. An international drivers permit is not a stand-alone document and must be carried with your valid domestic driving licence.
Budget Australia
You will need an approved translation. It is not clear whether a translation by a NAATI certified translator is sufficient. It probably is, but you may like to check with Budget before ordering your translation.
Do I need an International Driving Permit?
https://www.budget.com.au/en/faqs/au/requirements-for-renting
If your drivers licence is in any language other than English, it must be accompanied by an approved translation such as an International Driving Permit, issued in accordance with the United Nations Convention on road traffic.
An International Driving Permit is not a stand-alone document and must be carried with your valid domestic drivers licence.
East Coast Car Rentals
You may not need a translation at all to hire from East Coast Car Rentals.
Don’t forget to check the requirements for the state or territory where you’re going to be driving. Even if the car rental company doesn’t require a translation, you still have to comply with local road rules.
https://www.eastcoastcarrentals.com.au/faq-help-for-car-hire/#what-identification-and-driver-documents-do-i-need-to-bring-with-me?-
What identification do I need to provide when picking up my car?
You will need to provide a valid, current driver licence when collecting your car. International drivers will need to bring a copy of their national driver licence written in the Roman Alphabet (e.g. A, B, C etc.). If your national driver licence is not written in the Roman Alphabet, you will also need to provide an International Driving Permit [IDP] as supporting documentation. Drivers from China will need to bring their national driver licence and an IDP. Chinese drivers may use a China National Certificate instead of an IDP.
Economy Rental Cars (Gold Coast only)
It’s not clear, but you may need an International Driving Permit to hire from Economy Car Rentals.
Driver’s license
https://economyrentalcars.com.au/what-you-need-to-know-when-renting-a-car-on-the-gold-coast/
Car rental companies usually accept all English language driving licences. However, if you have a US licence and want to rent a car on the Gold Coast, you need to have a full driver’s licence. If you don’t have an English driver’s licence, then you need to obtain an international driving permit and show it alongside your non-English driver’s licence. This is not a requirement but rather a recommendation, as it helps with translations.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
You may not need a translation at all to hire from Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
Don’t forget to check the requirements for the state or territory where you’re going to be driving. Even if the car rental company doesn’t require a translation, you still have to comply with local road rules.
What are your driver license requirements for renting in Australia?
https://www.enterpriserentacar.com.au/en/help/faq/driver-license-requirements.html
Overseas licences that are not easily identifiable must be accompanied by an International Licence or English translation.
If the home country driver’s license is in a language other than English and the letters are English (i.e. German, Spanish, etc.) an International Driver’s Permit is recommended, but not required, for translation purposes in addition to the home country driver’s license.
Europcar
TradTrans can’t help you with this one, sorry!
What documents do I need to present at the Europcar counter when I pick up my vehicle?
https://www.europcar.com.au/en-au/faq?question=what-documents-do-i-need-to-present-at-the-europcar-counter-when-i-pick-up-my-vehicle
If you are renting outside of the country your license was issued in, if your driving license is not written in the English language and /or the characters cannot be read in the renting country, an International driving license is mandatory.
Note that your International driving license is only valid if accompanied by your normal driving license. Your driving license will be requested for every hire.
Hertz
You can use a translation that has been done by TradTrans. All translations provided by TradTrans are certified and stamped in accordance with Australian requirements.
AGE RESTRICTIONS AND EXCEPTIONS
https://www.hertz.com.au/rentacar/reservation/policy/policy-detail/enGB/SYDT50/AGE
You and any person driving the vehicle must be 21* years of age or over (unless approved in writing by Hertz) and must hold a current drivers licence that:
is in English or, if not in English, is accompanied by a certified English translation;
Jucy Rentals
You can use a translation that has been done by TradTrans. All translations provided by TradTrans are certified and stamped in accordance with Australian requirements. This qualifies as an Australian Certified Translation.
DRIVERS LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
https://www.jucy.com/au/en/about-us/faq
If the licence is not in English, then you will need an International Driver Permit or an Australian Certified Translation of the home country Driver licence.
National Car Rental
TradTrans can’t help you with this one, sorry!
Driver’s License Information
https://www.nationalcar.com/en/car-rental-locations/au/melbourne-tullamarine-airport-kano.html#rental-accordion-item-LRQ
Customers must present a full valid driving licence which has been held for a minimum of 12 months. Driving license can be from any country. If the license is not in English, an international drivers license must be presented along with drivers license from country of origin. Self drive service only
Sixt Rent A Car
You can use a driver licence translation that has been done by TradTrans as all translations provided by TradTrans are performed by NAATI certified translators, and will be stamped and certified as such.
Important documents
https://www.sixt.com.au/rental-information/#/
International renters/drivers also need to present a valid passport. Additionally, international renters will also need one of the following:
– A photo licence written in English, OR
– A photo licence with a NATII certified translation, OR
– An International Driver Permit
Thrifty Car Hire
You can use a driver licence translation that has been done by TradTrans as all translations provided by TradTrans are performed by NAATI certified translators, and will be stamped and certified as such.
Drivers in Australia
https://www.thrifty.com.au/terms-and-conditions
You and any person driving the vehicle must be 21 years of age or over (unless approved beforehand in writing by Thrifty) and must hold and present a current drivers licence that:
– is in English or, if not in English, is accompanied by a certified English translation
Information current as at 6 October 2024
Driver licence translations for people who wear glasses or corrective lenses
Do you need to wear glasses while driving? Make sure your translation has all the right info.
What happens when things go wrong? https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-01-19/wearing-glasses-when-you-drive-who-you-need-to-tell/11871472
Australia
| Location | Code | Meaning |
| ACT | S | The licence holder must wear corrective lenses at all times while driving. |
| SA | S | Corrective lenses (if you have advised us that you are required to wear glasses while driving). |
| NSW | S | The holder must wear corrective lenses at all times while driving. |
| NT | S | Vision aids required. |
| QLD | S | You may only drive while wearing corrective lenses. |
| VIC | S | Glasses or corrective lenses. |
| WA | S | The holder must wear corrective lenses at all times while driving. |
Europe
| Location | Code | Meaning |
| Italy | 01 | Correzione della vista e/o protezione degli occhi |
| Spain | 01 | Corrección y protección de la visión |
| Switzerland | 01 | Correzione della vista e/o protezione degli occhi |
Americas
| Location | Code | Meaning |
| Bolivia | LEN | Sí/No |
| Brazil | A | Obrigatório o uso de lentes corretivas |
| Colombia | 01 | Debe conducir con lentes |
| Mexico | 01 | Usa lentes |