Issuing Authority: AAMC
Website: http://www.aamcauto.org.mo/
Phone: 853 28726578
Email: [email protected]
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Eligibility Criteria:
- You must be a holder of Macao Driving Licence.
IDP Accepted:
- Macao recognizes physical IDPs, as long as they meet the requirements set by the country’s traffic regulations.
Application Process:
- To apply for an International Driving Licence follow the steps below:
- Visit the Transport Bureau (China Plaza) Office.
- Application forms to obtain an IDL are available at the service counters of the Bureau or you may download on from their website.
- Present the original copy of your valid identity card and valid Macao Driving licence. You will also be asked to submit a photocopy of your identity card and licence.
- You also need to submit two 1.5 inches recent color photos (with white background).
- Pay the application fee/taxes.
- The licence is released within one day. Note: The service time is available for applications filed before 16:00, and all the required documents were submitted.
Validity:
- An IDP obtained in Macao is generally valid for one year from the date of issue. If needed, it can be renewed, but the validity cannot exceed the expiration date of the domestic driving licence.
Accepted Countries:
- Macao is a party to international conventions, such as the 1949 Geneva Convention on Road Traffic. The IDP issued in Macao complies with the standards set by these conventions.
Driving Licence Requirement:
- An IDP is not a driving licence in its own right. You must be able to present both your IDP and your local driver’s licence when you travel.