Restructuring, Impairment and Other Charges - Restructuring Charges By Segment (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2012	Jun. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2012
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring Charges	$ 7,555	$ 717	$ 17,058	$ 2,440
Diebold North America [Member] | Employee Severance [Member]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring Charges	3,883	450	13,411	1,557
Diebold International [Member] | Employee Severance [Member]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring Charges	3,593	164	3,507	292
Diebold International [Member] | Other Restructuring Costs [Member]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring Charges	$ 79	$ 103	$ 140	$ 591