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Automobile Association of Uganda - International Driving Permit (IDP)

Plot 4 Old Portbell Road Suite 8 | P.O. Box 1459 Kampala-Uganda
Phone: +256-414-255917 or 257054 | Fax: +256-41-250814
Email: aauganda@aau.co.ug | Website: www.aau.co.ug

About AA Uganda IDP Services

Established in 1955, the Automobile Association of Uganda is the only authorized issuer of International Driving Permits in Uganda. Our IDPs are officially recognized under the 1968 Vienna Convention and endorsed by:

  • Federation Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA)
  • Alliance Internationale de Tourisme (AIT)
  • African Council for Touring & Automobile (ACTA)

Global Recognition

AA Uganda IDPs are valid in over 150 countries worldwide, including all major tourist and business destinations.

Application for International Driving Permit (IDP)

⚠️ Important Requirements:

  • A permit can only be issued to holders of GENUINE and VALID Ugandan Driving Permits
  • (NOT holders of Provisional Driving Permits)
  • The current Driving Permit must be produced and a photocopy is made and retained
  • Must be physically present for application (no third-party applications)

Required Documents

Each applicant must provide:

  • ✅ Original Ugandan Driving Permit (for verification)
  • ✅ Copy of passport (bio-data page)
  • ✅ Copy of visa for the country intended to travel to
  • ✅ 2 passport-size photos (recent, colored)
  • ✅ AA Membership (required - can apply on the same day)

Application Fees (2024)

  • AA Member: UGX 250,000
  • Non-AA Member: UGX 350,000
  • AA Membership Fee: UGX 150,000 (if not already a member)

Processing Time

  • Standard Processing: 3-5 working days
  • Express Processing: Same day (additional UGX 50,000)

Applicant Information Required

Personal Details

  • Full Names (as per passport)
  • Date of Birth
  • Place of Birth
  • Passport Number
  • Nationality

Contact Information

  • Postal Address
  • Email Address
  • Telephone Number
  • Mobile Number
  • Residential Address
  • Street / Road / Plot

Driving Permit Details

  • Uganda Driving Permit Number
  • Expiry Date of Driving Permit
  • Classes of Driving Permit (A, B, C, D, etc.)
  • Date of Issue

Travel Information

  • Country of Intended Travel
  • Purpose of Travel
  • Duration of Stay
  • Visa Information

IDP Validity & Usage

Validity Period

  • 1 Year from date of issue
  • Cannot be renewed - must apply for new IDP
  • Valid only while underlying Uganda driving permit is valid

Usage Guidelines

  • Must carry both IDP and original Uganda driving permit when driving
  • IDP is a translation document - not a standalone license
  • Always check specific country requirements before travel
  • Some countries may require additional documentation

Verification Service

AA Uganda provides official IDP verification through our secure online system:

Office Location & Hours

Automobile Association of Uganda Headquarters

  • Address: Plot 4 Old Portbell Road Suite 8, Kampala
  • Postal: P.O. Box 1459 Kampala-Uganda
  • Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Emergency services only)

Contact Information

Serving Uganda's Motorists Since 1955 🇺🇬