Does One Need an International Driver's License in Canada?

As long as they remain residents of the United States, Americans can use their U.S. driver's license to drive in Canada and do not need an international driver's license. Proof of auto insurance is also needed.

Aurelio Locsin has been writing professionally since 1982. He published his first book in 1996 and is a frequent contributor to many online publications, specializing in consumer, business and technical topics. Locsin holds a Bachelor of Arts in scientific and technical communications from the University of Washington.