Global Driver's License - International Car Rental Driver's License Translation Certification

Please check the list of countries where the driver's license translation is applicable before placing your order.

Countries where driver’s license translation is applicable

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is a Driver’s License International Translation Certification?

A: The Driver's License International Translation Certification is a standard driver's license translation document that translates a Chinese mainland driver's license into 9 languages in accordance with the International Convention on Road Traffic and strictly according to international standards. Users holding this Driver's License International Translation Certification can rent a car in more than 200 countries around the world with the original Chinese mainland driver's license and the Driver's License International Translation Certification.

Q: Can I rent a car directly with the Driver’s License International Translation Certification?

A: No. The Driver's License International Translation Certification must be presented together with your valid original Chinese mainland driver's license to successfully pick up the car at the rental location. The two are indispensable. The Driver's License International Translation Certification only serves as a standard multi-language translation of your domestic driver's license and cannot replace your domestic driver's license's driving permit qualification and jurisdictional responsibility under any circumstances.

Q: In which countries and regions can the Driver’s License International Translation Certification be used?

A: The Driver's License International Translation Certification can be used for vehicles in nearly 200 countries and regions booked for car rental on the Klook platform. However, please note that different car rental companies may have different requirements for pick-up documents, so please refer to the driver's license requirements shown on the booking page.

Q: Who is the Driver’s License International Translation Certification applicable to?

A: The Driver's License International Translation Certification is only applicable to Chinese citizens who rent cars for short-term overseas travel. This certification is not applicable to users who reside abroad for a long time, such as overseas Chinese and international students. We recommend that you obtain a local driver's license in these situations.

Q: How long is the Driver’s License International Translation Certification valid?

A: The validity period of the Driver's License International Translation Certification is the same as the validity period of the driver's license.

Q: Can I book a Driver’s License International Translation Certification if I don’t rent a car?

A: You can apply for a Driver's License International Translation Certification even if you do not rent a car. However, please note that this document must be presented together with your valid original Chinese mainland driver's license and is only for overseas car rental use.

Q: How many days in advance do I need to book?

A: After the order is submitted, we will complete the production within 2-5 working days. Considering that the express delivery time may be affected by force majeure and other factors, it is recommended that you book as early as possible to avoid delaying your travel plans.

Q: Should the express delivery address and the driver’s license address be the same?

A: The express delivery address should be the address where you wish to receive the completed Driver's License International Translation Certification; while the driver's license address refers to the "address" information registered on your driver's license. The two do not need to be the same.

Q: After receiving the Driver’s License International Translation Certification, is there anything else I need to do?

A: After receiving it, please open the last page of the Driver's License International Translation Certification, paste a one-inch photo of the driver in the designated PHOTO area, and sign your driver's license number and Chinese name above HOLDER'S SIGNATURE.

Q: What is the difference between a Driver’s License International Translation Certification and an International Driving Permit?

A: An International Driving Permit is an internationally used international driving permit document recognized by all contracting countries that have joined the International Convention on Road Traffic. It is essentially a translation document. In actual use, the original driver's license issued by the country must also be provided, and it is invalid if used alone. Since mainland China has not joined the International Convention on Road Traffic, there is no International Driving Permit issued by an official institution in mainland China. For residents of mainland China who cannot apply for an International Driving Permit, the Driver's License International Translation Certification is the best option for renting a car overseas.

Q: I bought a car abroad. Can I drive on the road with the Driver’s License International Translation Certification?

A: The Driver's License International Translation Certification is only for car rental abroad. If you buy a car or live abroad for a long time, it is recommended that you obtain a local driver's license.

Q: What if my departure date exceeds the validity period of the stamp on the last page?

A: The date on the stamp only represents the period during which the Australian Translator Qualification Recognition Agency recognizes the translation qualification when the printed translation is made. This period is updated every three years, but does not affect the use of this translation. The validity period of this translation is the same as the validity period of your driver's license, so there is no need to worry about the departure date exceeding the validity period of the stamp.