Expat Driving License Guide
Moving to a new country? Learn how to convert your driving license, understand local requirements, and practice for the test in English — even when the official exam isn't.
Why Expats Choose AutoviaTest
Practice in English
Learn the rules in English before taking the official test in the local language
Gamified Learning
Duolingo-style learning with XP, streaks, and achievements
Official Questions
Practice with real test questions from official sources
Countries Where English Practice is Essential
These countries only offer official tests in the local language. Practice in English with AutoviaTest first.
Spain
Test in Spanish only
France
Test in French only
Italy
Test in Italian only
Portugal
Test in Portuguese only
Vietnam
Test in Vietnamese only
Poland
Test in Polish only
Finland
Test in Finnish only
Norway
Test in Norwegian (Bokmål) only
Turkey
Test in Turkish only
Romania
Test in Romanian only
Czechia
Test in Czech only
Ukraine
Test in Ukrainian only
Brazil
Test in Portuguese only
Mexico
Test in Spanish only
Chile
Test in Spanish only
Argentina
Test in Spanish only
Switzerland
Test in German only
Denmark
Test in Danish only
Sweden
Test in Swedish only
Countries With English Tests Available
Good news! These countries offer the official test in English.
Germany
Test available in English
Netherlands
Test available in English
United Kingdom
Test available in English
United States
Test available in English
South Korea
Test available in English
Austria
Test available in English
Japan
Test available in English
United Arab Emirates
Test available in English
All Expat License Guides
6 months from residency registration grace period
6 months from residency registration grace period
1 year from residency grace period
1 year from residency grace period
IDP valid for 3 months grace period
185 days from registration grace period
12 months grace period
90 days (non-EU with agreement) or 185 days (EU) grace period
30-90 days depending on state grace period
2 years from residency registration grace period
3 months from residency (non-EU) grace period
IDP valid for 1 year grace period
6 months from residency registration grace period
6 months with IDP grace period
12 months from residency grace period
90 days from residency grace period
1 year from residency (if from recognized country) grace period
3 months from permanent residency grace period
Duration of legal stay with IDP grace period
6 months from residency registration grace period
1 year (with valid IDP based on Geneva Convention) grace period
180 days from entry with valid IDP grace period
Foreign license generally accepted for tourists. No strict deadline for residents. grace period
12 months from registration grace period
14 days from CPR registration (non-EU) grace period
1 year from registration (personnummer) grace period
IDP valid for duration of tourist visa (90 days) grace period
IDP valid for duration of tourist stay grace period
IDP valid for tourists. Residents must obtain UAE license. grace period
License Exchange at a Glance
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take driving tests in English in other countries?
How long can I drive with my foreign license abroad?
What is a bilateral exchange agreement?
Do I need to take driving lessons in a new country?
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