Can tourists drive in other countries?

If you are a U.S. citizen planning to drive while traveling abroad, find out the driver's license requirements for the country you are visiting. You may be able to drive in another country with your state-issued U.S. driver's license or with an International Driving Permit (IDP).



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You may drive a car in the United States for one year using an International Driver's Permit (IDP) and a driver's license from your home country. Getting an IDP is the simplest way to be licensed to drive in the United States. You must get your IDP in your home country before arriving in the United States.

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U.S. Citizens are entitled to drive in Portugal with their U.S. issued driver's license for a period no to exceed 185 days, provided they are not legal residents.

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Thanks to an agreement between the UK and USA, a UK licence holder can drive in the United States if a full and valid licence is held. As long as the licence has been valid for more than a year and is in English, renting a car should not be a problem. That being said, rules between states and rental companies vary.

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Do I Need an IDP in Germany? Licensed Americans looking to rent a car in Germany should be aware they need an IDP to pick-up and drive their rental in Germany. IDPs are also required if you are looking to drive outside of the country in neighboring Austria.

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In Portugal, the driving alcohol limit is 0.5 grams of alcohol for 1 liter of blood (0.5 g/l). Although this will depend on your weight and gender, it's said that drinking more than a beer could get you in trouble. Let's take a look at the alcohol limits and consequences for each. Loss of driving license for 1.2 g/l.

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