Hit the road: Countries where you can drive with an Indian licence
Most states in the US allows the use of Indian driving licence for the period of one year from the day of entry into the country. The document should be in English.
USA
In Australia, some regions, including New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, and Australia Capital Territory, allow the use of an Indian licence for a year, while others, such as northern Australia, only allow it for three months.
Australia
You can drive in Germany for six months with your Indian driver's licence. Make sure you follow the local traffic rules because people in Germany drive on the right side of the road, whereas Indians drive on the left.
Germany
You can drive in the United Kingdom (UK) with your Indian driver's licence for one year. However, it only allows for certain types of vehicles and not all.
The UK
You can drive in New Zealand with your Indian driver's licence for one year. However, driving a car in the country requires you to be at least 21 years old.
New Zealand
Your Indian driving licence is valid for one year in Switzerland. With this, you can enjoy the country's scenic beauty by road.
Switzerland
Indians are allowed to use their driving licence in South Africa. However, it should be in English, along with your photograph and signature on it.
South Africa
Canada, renowned for its natural beauty, allows Indian drivers to travel within its borders for three months.
Canada
With an Indian driver's licence, one can spend a year enjoying the stunning roads of Sweden.
Sweden
Your Indian driver's licence must be in English or Malay in order to drive on Malaysian roads. The Indian Embassy in Malaysia or the document's issuing body must verify it.
Malaysia
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