You’ve finally obtained your International Driving Permit (IDP) — now what?

Whether you’re in Singapore for a short visit or a long stay, obtaining the necessary credentials for carsharing in the country is an important step. That’s why we’ve prepared this handy guide to ensure a hassle-free carsharing experience in Singapore.

If you wish to learn how to convert your foreign driving licence to access carsharing in Singapore first, check out our detailed blog post here.

Get ready to buckle up and embark on your carsharing adventure! 🤝

Requirements for carsharing with an IDP

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Here are the things you need to have or know to carshare with an IDP in Singapore.

If you’re from an ASEAN country (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, or Vietnam):

• You don’t need an IDP
• Working Pass in Singapore (Work Permit, S Pass, EP, or LTVP)
• Last entry in Singapore (Flight itinerary, SG E-arrival pass card)
• Full address of residential in Singapore
• Proof photo of current residence (Billing address)
• If you’re between 19 to 24 years old, you need min. 1 year of driving experience

If you’re from a non-ASEAN country:

• You need an IDP
  • Must be in English
  • An official translation of your driving licence in English obtained from the relevant Embassy, High Commission, or any Singapore registered translation companies. (Translation is not required for licences issued by Brunei, Indonesia, and Malaysia.)
• Front and back photo of IDP booklet
• Clear selfie for you holding the IDP booklet
• Working Pass in Singapore (Work Permit, S Pass, EP, or LTVP)
• Last entry in Singapore (Flight itinerary, SG E-arrival pass card)
• Full address of residential in Singapore
• Proof photo of current residence (Billing address)
• If you’re between 19 to 24 years old, you need min. 1 year of driving experience

Once you’ve gathered all the required documents, submit them to the car-sharing service of your choice for verification. 

If you’re opting for GetGo, please keep in mind that manual verifications may take up to 48 hours to complete.

How to sign up on GetGo

(Photo: GetGo)

If you’re opting for GetGo, here’s how you can sign up.

• Download and sign up manually through the GetGo app.
• Send us an email at applications@getgo.sg with the relevant documents.

And there you have it! It’s as simple as that. After you’ve completed the sign-up process or submitted the required documents, just sit back, relax, and anticipate our swift verification.

Once you’ve received the green light, you’re all set to start carsharing in Singapore!

We can’t wait to have you on board. ​​

Happy carsharing!
Yuri 🤝