poor_soul wrote:hi,
i wanted to know how important is it to have an international driving license in uk?
is it a good idea to invest some time, energy and few thousand rupess to get one?
will it help during my stay in uk on t1 g visa?
If you want to drive around in UK during the first year of your entry without the hassle of passing a driving theory & practical test then Yes it is definitely worth getting one. BUT insurance on an International Licence is costly. Another point to consider - Public transport in UK is reasonably good so unless you really want to own a car, you really dont need the licence.
Lastly, International licence can be used for renting cars in UK and Europe.