American Express Travel Tips - Driving Overseas

Overseas Driving Tips

When renting a car, make sure the vehicle is not recognizable as a rental.
Keep car doors locked at all times, and store luggage in the trunk.
Study street maps of your destination in advance.
If you see an accident, don't stop; instead, look for a well-lit pay phone and call for help.

If you're a frequent driver overseas, an International Driving Permit (IDP), a document about the size of your passport, is worth getting.

It tells a police officer that the license you carry is good and that your credentials should be honoured.
It can cut hours of delay if you are involved in a traffic violation.
It is written in nine languages (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish, and Swedish).
You can get an application for the permit, which is good for one year, at your local Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) office.

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