Oceania
Driving in Australia
Not always demanded at the desk, but routinely requested by police and insurers. Here is exactly what Australia expects from a visiting driver, and how to have it before you land.
Australia
Oceania · drives on the left
- Drives on the
- Left
- Rental min age
- 18+
- Ready in
- 8 min
Do I need an international driving permit in Australia?
Not always demanded at the desk, but routinely requested by police and insurers. State by state, an English translation is required if your licence is not in English.
Which side of the road does Australia drive on?
Australia drives on the left-hand side of the road.
What is the minimum age to rent a car in Australia?
Rental desks in Australia generally require drivers to be at least 18. Younger drivers may face a surcharge or be refused.
How quickly can I get one before I fly?
The digital document is issued in minutes — the median is 41 seconds after payment — and works offline. A printed booklet ships separately by tracked courier.
Requirements are set by Australia and can change. We publish what the destination currently expects and update it when it moves. If Australia refuses the document we recommended for it, our money-back guarantee applies.