As befits the home of Ferrari, Lamborghini and Alfa Romeo, Italy has an extensive network of main roads and highways that link most of the peninsula. In order to drive a car in, you need to be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver’s license (patente di guida).
To drive in Italy, you need to ensure that you have the required license. The kind of driving license required changes depending on the length of your visit. You may be required to present valid documentation when hiring a car or if stopped by the police ( carabinieri).
Find the case that applies to you below to work out what you need to do if you have a:
Driving license issued by a European Union country
For short visits or holidays, this license is all you require.
For being resident in Italy, you will need to convert your national license to an Italian one. If you are moving to Italy, you will probably be OK to drive on your normal license, then do the paperwork to have the correct Italian authorization to drive later.
Driving license from a non European Union country
For short visits and holidays you can drive in Italy if your national license is accompanied by an International Driving License.
For temporary and permanent residence, you need to convert your national driving license to an Italian one by taking a driving test.
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