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Do I need an international driving permit to drive in Gran Canaria?

I’m going to the Canary Islands soon and want to drive while there. Should I get an international driving permit to drive in Gran Canaria?

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Rob Shapiro · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Sounds like a fun trip! As of January 2021, drivers do not need an international driving permit to drive in most countries that belong to the EU—so you should be good to use your regular license in Gran Canaria.
In Spain, there are a few exceptions to this rule. If you have the following, you will need an international driving permit:
  • A paper license—either the pink or green version
  • A license that was issued in either Gibraltar, Guernsey, Jersey, or the Isle of Man
Some countries that do require an international driving permit include:
  • Austria
  • Germany
  • Greece
  • Hungary
  • Italy
  • Poland
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