International Driver’s Licence, Applying for

Bahamian drivers in need of a licence for driving abroad can apply for an International Driver’s Licence. This licence is an authorized translation of a Bahamian Driver's Licence into many languages. This licence is valid for one year.

Eligibility

You should be 17 years or older, have a Bahamian Driver’s Licence and intend to drive while visiting or residing in a foreign country.

Process

The following steps are required when applying for an International Driver’s Licence:

Complete and present Application Form and other supporting documents to the Road Traffic Department Drivers Licence Unit.
Upon verification of information, the Clerk will issue a bill.
Upon payment, the Cashier will issue a receipt of payment for the Clerk to process and issue the licence

Application Form(s)

International Driver’s Licence Form

Supporting Documents

2 Passport sized photos.
Bahamian Driver’s Licence.
Completed International Driver’s Licence Application Form

Turn-around time

Within the same day, once all the required documents are submitted.

Deadline

There is no deadline date for this service.

Related Fee(s)

BS$50.00

For more information please contact

For more information, you can visit the Road Traffic Department website.

Alternatively, you may contact the Road Traffic Department at the address below:

You can apply for this service at

Address: Road Traffic Department, Thompson Blvd, Clarance Bain Bldg, P.O. Box N 1615, Nassau, New Providence, The Bahamas
Tel: +1 242 302 3850
Fax: (242) 322-8910
Email: roadtraffic@bahamas.gov.bs
Opening Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays

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