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Driving in Italy

Americans visiting Italy as tourists and intending to drive should obtain an International Driving Permit before leaving the U.S.

If the permit expires while abroad, you may apply for a new one by mail through the American Automobile Association (AAA), Worldwide Travel Dept., 1000 AAA Dr., Heathrow, FL 32746, tel. (407) 444-7000, fax (407) 444-7380.

Tourists may also use their valid American driver's license if accompanied by an Italian translation issued by one of the following offices of the Italian Automobile Club (ACI):

  • ACI (Rome office) - via Marsala 14a - Tel: 06-4998-2496
  • ACI (Milan office) - corso Venezia 43 - Tel: 02-77451
  • ACI (Naples office) - piazzale Vincenzo Tecchio 49d - Tel: 081-725-3811

Americans registered as residents with the local Vital Records Bureau (known as Anagrafe) must apply for an Italian license within one year of the date of registration.

Unfortunately, there is no agreement for reciprocal recognition of drivers' licenses between the United States and Italy. The Italian Ministry of Transportation has determined that bearers of U.S. driver's licenses cannot obtain an Italian license directly in exchange for a domestic one. Interested individuals must comply with the usual requirements prescribed for obtaining an Italian license, (a written test, a driving test, a medical examination, and pertinent documents).
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Last Updated: January 18, 2006
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