PriceProtect™
DriveShield™
GarageGuard™
Services
Insurance
Car Insurance
Compare Car Insurance with Jerry
Jerry’s Expert Advice
Car Insurance Estimates
Home & Renters Insurance
Renters Insurance
Loans
Car Loan
Compare Car Loans with Jerry
Jerry's Expert Advice
Car Loan Guides
Repairs
Car Repair Estimates
Repair Estimates for Popular Services
Advice
Read Car Content
Browse Jerry Car Advice
Check Out Expert Car QnA
Learn About How We Create Content
Jerry Data & Research
Do I need an international driving license for Canada?
My best friends and I want to take a road trip to Toronto this summer. We’ll be coming from Chicago. Is my U.S. driver’s license valid in Canada? Or do I need to get an international driving license?
Andrea Barrett · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Great question—you don’t want a run-in with law enforcement! You do not need an international driving license for Canada.
Canada does recognize a valid U.S. driver’s license if you’re a temporary visitor. However, if you’re planning to extend your stay—that is, remain in Canada over 90 days—you will have to get an international driving permit (IDP) before you arrive.
Although a U.S. driver’s license is valid in Canada, make sure you have the right car insurance, too. Your current policy isn’t likely to cover driving internationally. Luckily,
Jerry
can help. Just text one of Jerry’s friendly agents straight through the app—they’ll steer you in the right direction. Have a fun trip!
View full answer
- Gregory R.
WHY YOU CAN TRUST JERRY
Jerry partners with more than 50 insurance companies, but our content is independently researched, written, and fact-checked by our team of editors and agents. We aren’t paid for reviews or other content.
Join 4M+ members in lowering their car insurance
You Might Also Be Interested
Read Advice From Car Experts At Jerry
What Others Are Asking
Browse More Content
Insurance in Your State
Easiest way to compare and buy car insurance
No long forms
No spam or unwanted phone calls
Quotes from top insurance companies
