IDP needed or not? Help
 

I am renting a car in Milan and driving to Como and Tuscany area. Do I need an IDP permit for Italy? The rental car company did not mention it, but several travel sites said it was necessary. One even mentioned fines if stopped. Anyone encountered this?

The rental car company doesn't require an IDP, but Italy and its traffic police do. An IDP is easy and cheap to get at your local AAA/CAA office, about $20 including photo. And it's good to have in case of traffic stop, accident, etc. Be sure to bring your regular license as well.

"<i>Italy and its traffic police do.</i>" . . . and since it is a legal requirement in Italy, if you have a problem, your insurance could (and probably will be) voided.

i had the same issue. got great advice from Jean on this board about IDP. check the topic i posted on "best rental car location" in the italy forum.

have a great time in italy.

Just get one to avoid problems. We were required to show it with our rental car in Austria.

$20 is a bargain for travel "peace of mind"

I will head down to AAA this week- thanks for all the good advice.