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Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for an International Driving Permit in Tamil Nadu

Traveling abroad and planning to drive? An International Driving Permit (IDP) is essential for legally operating a motor vehicle in foreign countries. This guide provides a detailed process on how to apply for an IDP in Tamil Nadu using Form 4-A.

Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for an International Driving Permit:

Download Form 4-A:

• Link: Download Form 4-A

Fill Out Personal and Vehicle Category Details:

• Name: Enter your full name, including surname, middle name, and first name.
• Father’s or Husband’s Name: Provide the name of your father or husband.
• Place of Birth and Country: Mention your place of birth and country, and attach proof.
• Address: Fill in your present and permanent address.

Provide Personal Particulars:

• Date of Birth: Enter your date of birth and attach proof.
• Educational Qualification: State your educational qualification.
• Identification Marks: Provide two identification marks.
• Blood Group/Rh Factor: Mention your blood group and Rh factor.
• Previous IDP: Indicate if you have previously held an IDP and provide details if applicable.

Driving and Conviction History:

• Convictions: List particulars and dates of any convictions endorsed on your driving license.
• Disqualifications: Mention if you have been disqualified from obtaining a driving license and the reasons.
• Driving Test: Provide details of any driving test you have taken for fitness or ability to drive, including date, testing authority, and result.

Attach Required Documents:

• Photographs: Enclose three copies of your recent passport-size photograph.
• Driving License: Attach a copy of your driving license, including the issue date and validity.
• Medical Certificate: Enclose a medical certificate in Form 1-A.
• Fee Payment: Include the fee payment receipt.

Categories of Vehicles:

• Indicate the categories of vehicles for which you are applying for the permit:
  • Motorcycles (L1 and L2)
  • Motor Vehicles (M1)
  • Carriage of Goods Vehicles
  • Passenger Vehicles
  • Combination Vehicles

Signature and Declaration: