As such, you should always carry your Austrian driving licence when abroad. However, this translation is only valid in conjunction with your original driving licence. In certain countries, all that is required is a translation of your original driving licence in an international language (English). Members of those associations benefit from cheaper fees. You can contact the motorists’ associations authorised to issue the licence for more information about the fees charged. There are costs associated with acquiring an international driving licence. Motorists’ associations authorised to issue international driving licences: → ARBÖ German text, → ÖAMTC German text, → VCÖ German text Required documents International driving licences are valid for one year, but only in conjunction with a national driving licence. In order to obtain an international driving licence, you require a valid national driving licence.
In general, these rules also apply to EU citizens in Austria. Safe conduct during recreational activities Online services for leisure and road traffic Vehicle inspections (‘Pickerl’ inspection stickers)
