Letters: I have always used my French licence to drive in the US

A reader tells of his trouble-free experience of driving abroad

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To the Editor:

I read with interest your article regarding the need for an International Driving Permit (IDP) when hiring a car in countries outside of the EU, UK and Switzerland. 

I have had three holidays in the US during the last 15 years and have never had a problem hiring a car with just my French driving licence. 

Read more: Can I exchange my US driving licence for a French one?

Admittedly I was not aware of the potential need for an IDP but on no occasion was I asked if I had one in the US.

Peter Woodhouse, Corrèze

What has your experience been of driving abroad on a French, British or US licence? Let us know via letters@connexionfrance.com

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