Driving In Florida

[R500POP]

Now, I've had two pieces of conflicting information about license requirements for driving in Florida.

The people who we are renting the villa from say we need an International Driving Permit as from 01/01/2013, but the agency we are using for rental are saying just a UK license is all that is required.

Can anybody shed any light on the situation please?

[R500POP]

Even Alamo can't enlighten us, so none the wiser.

For £5.50 I'm going to get one just to avoid any potential issues.

[R500POP]

Matt Harper said:

Who needs the permit - the car rental company or the 'authorities'?

Just asked my daughter, who's an Orange County Sheriffs Deputy - all they would want to see is a valid UK license and the rental agreement. Nothing else.

Nobody can say if the rental company require it, but it would appear to be a Florida only thing & the Police will want to see it if they stop us.

[R500POP]

audidoody said:

Well, if I was going to Florida and it was the law I'd rather spend the £8. I'm not aware that Florida LEO's have a particularly highly-developed sense of humour and/or discretion.

Easy enough to get one.


http://www.theaa.com/getaway/idp/idp-application-f...

Edited by audidoody on Wednesday 13th February 18:45

Next questions.... which one is it I require, the 1949 IDP or the 1926 IDP

[R500POP]

Can't get to a P/O whilst they are open so I'll be doing it via the AA tonight

[R500POP]

Just get one for peace of mind.

[R500POP]

I've just this moment received an e-mail from the travel agents saying one IS required....

"Hi

We have some important information regarding your forth coming trip and NEW DRIVING REGULATIONS – please read.

URGENT· New car hire laws for Florida and the USA stipulate that all drivers must now have an International Driving Permit (IDP) obtainable from the Post Office. Please see further information below."

[R500POP]

I'm assuming this is still not required looking at the fco website.

[R500POP]

FCO says no requirement.