How to convert your foreign driving license in Italy. Have you just moved to Italy or Udine and you are trying to obtain your Italian diving license? If you come from a foreign country, you may need to convert your driving license to legally drive in Italy. This process may seem complicated, but thanks to detailed information and the help of the “Rossetto Translations” professional translation office, this process may become much easier!
What is driving license conversion?
Driving license conversion is the process which allows you to convert your foreign driving license into an Italian driving license without taking the driving test again. Nevertheless, this possibility exists only if your country of origin has a reciprocal agreement with Italy.
When do you need to convert your driving license?
- EU-Citizens: if you come from an EU country, you can use your driving license in Italy without converting it. However, if you become a long-term resident, you can find it comfortable to convert it.
- Non-EU Citizens: if you come from a non-EU country, you may need to convert your driving license within a year from the moment in which you obtain your residence in Italy. Countries, such as Albania, Argentina, Morocco, and many others have reached reciprocal agreements with Italy, so conversion is possible.
The role of the “Rossetto Translations” professional translation office during conversion
One of the crucial stages for converting your foreign driving license consists in providing an official (or sworn) translation of your driving license. In this case, the support of a professional translator plays a crucial role.
Why is a sworn translation needed?
A foreign driving license must be translated into Italian but a translation on an unstamped paper is not sufficient. It must be a sworn translation, i. e. a legally certified translation which certifies the compliance with the original document. This translation is requested from Italian Authorities to verify that every information is correct and readable.
How does a sworn translation work?
- The translator faithfully translates your foreign driving license.
- The translator takes an oath before a Court Clerk, a Clerk at the Justice of the Peace’s, or a Notary Public and confirms its accuracy.
- The sworn translation becomes an official document, ready to be produced to the Department of Transport, Department of Motor Vehicles, or Bureau of Motor Vehicles together with the conversion request.
Stages for driving license conversion
Here is a summary of the main stages to convert your foreign driving license in Italy or Udine:
- suitability check: check if your country has reached a reciprocal agreement with Italy.
- Collect your documents:
TT 2112 form (online downloadable, or at the Department of Motor Vehicles).
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- Foreign driving license and an apostilled copy.
- Driving license sworn translation.
- Health certificate provided with a picture (issued by a qualified doctor).
- 4 passport photos.
- Tax code
- Residence permit( non-EU citizens only)
- File your request: go to the Department of Motor Vehicles with all the documents.
How much does conversion cost?
Costs vary according to translation and certification services but you may usually pay:
- Sworn translation costs: normally between €50.00 and € 100.00, depending on the translator’s rates.
- Further bureaucratic costs, such as revenue stamps, health certificates, and fees to be paid to the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Why should you contact the “Rossetto Translations” professional translation office in Udine?
A wrong or incomplete translation can delay the conversion process or cause your request to be rejected. If you contact the “Rossetto Translations” professional translation office in Udine, an accurate and legally valid translation will be guaranteed, which will be accepted by Italian Authorities.
Why should you contact the “Rossetto Translations” professional translation office in Udine?
A wrong or incomplete translation can delay the conversion process or cause your request to be rejected If you contact the “Rossetto Translations” professional translation office in Udine, an accurate and legally valid translation will be guaranteed, which will be accepted by Italian Authorities.
Conversion Timing
Conversion may take several weeks, so it’s important to start the conversion process as soon as possible. In the meantime, make sure not to drive with an invalid or expired driving license, as this can result in fines
Conclusion
Driving license conversion is a crucial step for people aiming to drive legally in Italy. Relying on an experienced translator will help you make the process faster, avoiding useless bureaucratic issues. If you need help with the sworn translation of your driving license or any other legal document, feel free to contact the “Rossetto Translations” professional translation office in Udine!
Start the process comfortably, being aware that every detail of your papers will be managed with the greatest care and professionalism.
