Who can sell a CPD
CPD is an official product distributed and administered by the Alliance Internationale de Tourisme (AIT) and Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) and can only be issued by AIT/FIA automobile clubs and authorized distributors in the five continents.
Beware of resellers of unsecured CPDs: even though the look of those papers may be similar to the AIT/FIA CPDs, they don´t offer the same level of safety, guarantee and benefits that an AIT/FIA CPD does.
| CPD Feature | Official AIT / FIA CPD | Fake CPD |
|---|---|---|
| Recognized & accepted in the five continents | Yes | No |
| Once issued, a CPD will remain valid until the expiry date due to global insurance covering customs duties & taxes | Yes | No |
| Ensures smooth border crossing | Yes | No |
| CPD validity period can be extended in the country of temporary import | Yes (T&C apply) | No |
| Can be replaced in another country in case of loss or theft | Yes (by any AIT/FIA member, T&C apply) | No |
| Customs claims handling | Easily resolved thanks to the application of the provisions of the Conventions and an international insurance coverage | Often remain unsettled |