As an Aussie going to visit Qatar, what driver's license will I need to drive there?
I lived in Qatar previously and always thought I needed their license which I couldn't obtain without a work visa/sponsorship. Now i've been told I can drive on an International Driver's license. Is this right?
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I have just checked the travel advice of my government (Germany) pertaining to driving in Qatar. It states that visitors my travel on their national driver's license but must also hold an International Driver's License which is moreless a translation of the national license and can be obtained from the Automobile Association of the respective countries. As women may drive cars in Qatar contrary to other islamic countries I would think that this will also apply to tourists. The time however is limited and depends on the national law of the country. The nearest Qatar Embassy is located in Indonesia so it does not make sense to inquire by phone or in person, but why don't you just send them an e-mail and ask: qataremj@indosat.net.id Source(s): http://www.mynrma.com.au/cps/rde/xchg/mynrma/hs.xsl/international_drivers_permits.htm Edit: I have just found additional information that a permit must be requested in Qatar by presenting the national and international driving permit. http://www.oag.com/travel-guides/destination/Qatar#content
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