International Driver’s License is required in foreign countries, as a local driving license/permit is not recognised. There are other countries that accept a local driver’s license but require a local language translation. The International driving permit can satisfy these types of situations. Travel Documents: Along with an International Driver’s License, you can present your current valid driver’s license to any local authority. International Driver Permit comes with a translation which is valid for up to three years, however, it can’t be used for more than a year in the same country. NOTE: International Driver Document is only translating your international driving permit but is not a valid driving license without a valid driving license. Drive-In a foreign Country freely with an International driving permit idp.