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Form 1A for International Driving Permit Applications

  • Planning to drive abroad with an International Driving Permit? Learn the Indian application steps, documents commonly requested and when a Form 1A medical fitness certificate is part of the process. Check the requirements shown in your Sarathi application before scheduling an examination.

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Quick facts

  • You need a valid Indian driving licence, a passport and a visa for your destination.
  • Form 1A is part of the IDP application, whatever your age.
  • An IDP is valid for 1 year from issue, or until your Indian licence expires, whichever is earlier.
  • The IDP application fee is Rs 1,000. Form 1A is separate.
  • Always carry your Indian licence abroad along with the IDP.

Safety note

The doctor decides after the call. If you need an in-person check, they will tell you.

Get Form 1A for your IDP application

Apply online. A registered doctor calls you, reviews your vision, colour vision, hearing and health declaration, and signs Form 1A if you are fit. From ₹999.

Apply for Form 1A

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Read the steps + FAQs below. Written for patients, not policy documents.

What you'll need

Keep these details ready, complete submissions reduce delays.

  • A valid Indian driving licence.
  • Your passport and the visa for your destination.
  • A recent passport-size photograph.
  • Form 1A signed by a registered medical practitioner.
  • Your glasses or a prescription photo for the doctor.

How it works

A simple flow that feels like a modern healthcare app, not a confusing form.

1

Get Form 1A

A registered doctor calls you, reviews your vision, colour vision, hearing and health declaration, and signs Form 1A if you are fit. Do this while you are in India.

2

Start the IDP application on Sarathi

Choose your state, Driving Licence related services, then the International Driving Permit service. Enter your licence number and date of birth.

3

Upload documents

Upload your licence, passport, visa, photograph and Form 1A. Pay the IDP fee and book a slot if the RTO asks for one.

4

Collect the permit

The RTO issues the IDP once the application is cleared. Check that your licence is valid for the whole trip before you apply.

Trust, legitimacy & privacy

Clear answers to the questions people have before paying.

The licence must outlast the trip

If your Indian licence expires before your trip ends, the IDP is not valid after that date. Renew the licence first.

A fresh Form 1A each time

Each IDP application asks for its own Form 1A, so plan the medical a few weeks before you travel.

Not a stand-alone licence

The IDP is a translation. Abroad, show it together with your Indian licence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Written in plain language to reduce doubts.

Do I need Form 1A for an International Driving Permit?
Yes. An IDP application asks for Form 1A signed by a registered medical practitioner, whatever your age.
How long is an IDP valid?
1 year from the date of issue, or until your Indian licence expires, whichever is earlier. Renew your licence first if it is close to expiry.
What documents do I need for an IDP?
A valid Indian driving licence, passport, visa, a photograph and Form 1A, along with the application fee on Sarathi.
How much does an IDP cost?
The IDP application fee is Rs 1,000. Form 1A is separate, and ours is from ₹999.
Can I apply for the IDP at any RTO?
Apply through the Sarathi service for the state where your licence is registered. Your RTO may ask for a slot.
Can Form 1A for an IDP be done online?
Yes, you can apply and speak to the doctor online. Depending on your state, the doctor submits it on Sarathi or sends you the PDF with upload steps.

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Get Form 1A for your IDP application

Apply online. A registered doctor calls you, reviews your vision, colour vision, hearing and health declaration, and signs Form 1A if you are fit. From ₹999.

Apply for Form 1A