A diplomatic representative at a high commission, embassy or consulate or.A translator approved by the NZ Transport Agency.Getting your licence translatedĪ translation of your overseas licence or permit can be issued by: You can also legally drive in New Zealand for up to 12 months if you have an International Driving Permit (IDP) that is issued in English or translated into English, provided that you also carry the current driver licence that the permit is based on. If the licence is not in English, you must carry an accurate English translation. You can legally drive in New Zealand for up to 12 months if you have a current driver’s licence.