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A driving license has an absolutely different design and form depending on the country, its national language, and the region or state where it was issued. When travelling abroad you may find out that your domestic driving license fails to meet standards and is considered invalid. This would be an unpleasant surprise for you but you can avoid it by using to our services.

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English-speaking countries
Curacao
American Samoa
Antigua and Barbuda
Australia
Bahamas
Barbados
Belize
Bermuda
Botswana
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Brunei
Burundi
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South Sudan
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Tanzania
Tokelau Islands
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German-speaking countries
Austria
Belgium
Brazil

The research was last conducted in February 2025, and the information is subject to change over time. You may copy this information only if you provide a link back to this page.

  1. Participation in the 1949 and/or 1968 United Nations Conventions on Road Traffic

    • Brazil is a party to the 1968 Vienna Convention on Road Traffic. [1]
    • Brazil signed the Vienna, 8 November 1968 (XI-B-19) convention on 8 November 1968 and ratified it on 29 October 1980. [1]

  2. Recognition of the International Driving Permit (IDP)

    • Brazil recognizes International Driving Permits (IDPs).
    • The validity term of the IDP recognized is up to 3 years, as per the 1968 Convention. [1]

  3. Duration of driving with a foreign license (+ IDP) if resident or non-resident

    • For non-residents:
      • Visitors can drive with a valid foreign driver's license for up to 180 days from the date of entry into Brazil. [2] [3] [4]
      • An IDP is required if the license is not in Portuguese.
    • For residents:
      • Foreign citizens who have received a residence permit in Brazil must obtain a Brazilian driver's license. [3]
      • To drive a vehicle for a period greater than 180 days, the alien must have a valid visa and request the issuance of a Brazilian Driver's License (CNH). [5]

It is pertinent to note that:

  • The foreign driver's license must be from a country that is either a signatory to the Vienna Convention or has a reciprocity agreement with Brazil. [2]
  • Drivers must carry their passport or other identification document and proof of entry date into Brazil. [2] [3] [5]

Source links:

  1. https://treaties.un.org/Pages/ViewDetailsIII.aspx?src=IND&mtdsq_no=Xl-B-19&chapter=11&Temp=mtdsq3&clang=_en
  2. https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/embaixada-sofia/driving-in-brazil
  3. https://koetz.digital/national-drivers-license-for-foreigners-in-brazil/
  4. https://www.deloitte.com/br/en/services/consulting/perspectives/living-and-working-driving-brazil.html
  5. http://www.vistoparaestrangeiros.com.br/en/driving-license-foreigners.htm

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Driving tips for Brazil:

  • Brazil is a right-hand drive country.
  • The minimum age to drive is 18. The minimum age to rent a car is 21.
  • The maximum allowed speed limits are 40 km/h on urban roads, 80-100 km/h on rural roads and 110 km/h on highways.
  • Seat belt is a must.
  • Hands-free kit is a must.
  • The maximum allowed drink drive limit is 60 mg per 100 ml of blood.
  • Children under the age of 10 are not allowed to sit in the front seat. Children from 4 to 7,5 must sit in an appropriate booster cushion. Otherwise, you will be fined no less than $100.
  • Park your vehicle towards the general flow of the traffic.
  • Sounds awkward but if you are running out of fuel you are violating traffic regulations even if you aren’t impeding traffic. Thus, make sure you have filled your car up before going anywhere.
  • You are not allowed to drive if you wear flip-flops.
  • You are prohibited to drive if you either put your arm out of the window or with an arm lying on the window sill of your car.
  • Be careful at traffic lights.
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Czech Republic
Denmark
Germany
Hungary

The research was last conducted in February 2025, and the information is subject to change over time. You may copy this information only if you provide a link back to this page.

  1. Participation in the 1949 and/or 1968 United Nations Conventions on Road Traffic

    • Hungary is a Contracting Party to both the Geneva, 19 September 1949 United Nations Convention on Road Traffic and the Vienna, 8 November 1968 United Nations Convention on Road Traffic.
    • Hungary acceded to the 1949 Geneva Convention on 30 July 1962. [1]
    • Hungary signed the 1968 Vienna Convention on 8 November 1968 and ratified it on 16 March 1976. [2]

  2. Recognition of the International Driving Permit (IDP)

    • Hungary recognizes the International Driving Permit (IDP) issued under both the 1949 Geneva Convention (valid for 1 year) and the 1968 Vienna Convention (valid for up to 3 years). [1] [2]
    • Visitors driving in Hungary with a foreign license must carry an IDP if their license is not in Latin script. Drivers from countries that are part of the EEA (European Economic Area) are not required to have an IDP. [3] [5]

  3. Duration of driving with a foreign license (+ IDP) if resident or non-resident

    • For non-residents:
      • Non-residents (e.g., tourists) may drive in Hungary with a valid foreign driving license and, if required, an IDP, for the duration of their stay. [3] [5]
    • For residents:
      • Residents who establish permanent residence in Hungary may use their foreign driving license for up to 1 year. After this period, they must exchange it for a Hungarian driving license. Drivers from EEA countries can exchange their licenses without additional testing, while those from non-EEA countries may be required to take theoretical and practical driving exams. [4] [5]

Source links:

  1. https://treaties.un.org/pages/ViewDetails.aspx?src=TREATY&mtdsg_no=XI-B-1&chapter=11&clang=_en
  2. https://treaties.un.org/pages/ViewDetails.aspx?src=TREATY&mtdsg_no=XI-B-19&chapter=11&clang=_en
  3. https://hungary.com/validity-of-foreign-driving-licenses-in-hungary/
  4. https://schillerrent.hu/en/blog/driving-licence-in-hungary-for-foreigners-international-driving-license/
  5. https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Hungary.html

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Driving tips for Hungary:

  • There is a right-hand traffic with overtaking on the left side in Hungary.
  • You can drive a car from the age of 18.
  • Driving in Hungary requires a compulsory third party liability insurance policy.
  • Hungary has the following speed limits: 50 km/h - in built-up areas, 110 km/h - on the motorway with a dividing strip, 130 km/h - on the highway.
  • There is a “dry law” for drivers in this country.
  • Outside built-up area, you should always drive with dipped headlights on.
  • It is necessary to purchase a special sticker (vignette) for driving on expressways.
  • Keep in mind that you must give way to public transport (trams, buses) in Hungary.
  • Before travelling to Hungary, put a first-aid kit, a reflective jacket, a warning triangle, and spare lamps for headlights in the trunk of your car.
  • Use a wireless headset while driving.
  • Be sure to wear your seat belt!
  • Children less than 150 cm tall must be transported in the backseat of a car. For transportation of children under 3 years of age, use special restraints.
  • Parking is allowed on the right side of a two-way street, as well as on both sides of a one-way street. The yellow line at the roadside shows that parking is prohibited here.
  • Give way to the right on the roads.
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Italy
Liechtenstein
The research was last conducted in March 2025, and the information is subject to change over time. You may copy this information only if you provide a link back to this page.

  1. Participation in the 1949 and/or 1968 United Nations Conventions on Road Traffic

    • Liechtenstein is a contracting party to the Geneva, 19 September 1949 Convention on Road Traffic, having acceded on 2 March 2020 (a). [1]
    • Liechtenstein is also a party to the Vienna, 8 November 1968 United Nations Convention on Road Traffic, having acceded on 2 March 2020 (a). [2]

  2. Recognition of the International Driving Permit (IDP)

    Since Liechtenstein is a party to both conventions, it recognizes: [3]

    • A 1949 IDP, valid for 1 year
    • A 1968 IDP, valid for up to 3 years

  3. Duration of driving with a foreign license (+ IDP) if resident or non-resident

    • Non-residents:
      - Foreign visitors may drive in Liechtenstein with a valid foreign driving license accompanied by an IDP, in accordance with the validity period specified by the relevant UN Convention. [5]
    • Residents:
      - The driver's license must be exchanged within 14 days of taking up residence. [4]
      - For EU/EEA license holders: All EU/EEA driver's licenses are recognized in Liechtenstein and do not need to be exchanged, provided that there are no changes on the document due to the move. [4]

Source links:

  1. https://treaties.un.org/Pages/ViewDetailsV.aspx?src=TREATY&mtdsg_no=XI-B-1&chapter=11
  2. https://treaties.un.org/Pages/ViewDetailsIII.aspx?src=IND&mtdsg_no=XI-B-19&chapter=11
  3. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Driving_Permit
  4. https://www.llv.li/en/individuals/mobility-travel-and-abroad/driving-license/transcription-foreign-drivers-license
  5. https://www.atlys.com/blog/international-driving-license-valid-countries

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Driving tips for Liechtenstein:

  • In Liechtenstein, they drive on the right side of the road.
  • The maximum allowed drink drive limit is 50 mg per 100 ml of blood.
  • Seat belt is a must for everyone.
  • A warning road triangle is a must.
  • The minimum driving age is 18. The minimum rental age is 21.
  • The maximum allowed speed limit is 30 km/h in residential districts, 50 km/h in populated places, 80 km/h outside the populated places and 120 km/h on highways.
  • You must drive with dipped headlights on in tunnels.
  • You are prohibited to use safety camera warning devices.
  • For children under the age of 12 and, thus, not higher than 1.50 cm, use appropriate child restraint systems.
  • Do not transport children under the age of seven in the front seats.
  • Always give way to pedestrians.
  • The third-party insurance is obligatory.
  • You are prohibited to honk at night.
  • If you wear glasses or lenses, make sure you have another pair in your car.
  • In winter, don’t forget about snow chains.
  • You are prohibited to drive with a windscreen covered with frost.
  • For the vehicles registered not in Liechtenstein, use an appropriate sticker.
  • Do not pick up hitchhikers. This is prohibited.
  • Carry a fire extinguisher and a first-aid kit.
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Luxembourg
The research was last conducted in March 2025, and the information is subject to change over time. You may copy this information only if you provide a link back to this page.

  1. Participation in the 1949 and/or 1968 United Nations Conventions on Road Traffic

    • Luxembourg signed the Geneva, 19 September 1949 Convention on Road Traffic on 19 September 1949 and ratified it on 17 October 1952. [1]
    • Luxembourg signed the Vienna, 8 November 1968 United Nations Convention on Road Traffic on 8 November 1968 and ratified it on 25 November 1975. [2]

  2. Recognition of the International Driving Permit (IDP)

    Since Luxembourg is a party to both conventions, it recognizes: [3]

    • A 1949 IDP, valid for 1 year
    • A 1968 IDP, valid for up to 3 years

    Luxembourg also recognizes IDPs according to the 1926 International Convention, valid for 1 year. [3]

    All licenses issued in the European Union are accepted. [4]

  3. Duration of driving with a foreign license (+ IDP) if resident or non-resident

    • Non-residents:
      - Holders of non-EU driving licenses can drive for up to one year from the date of their arrival in Luxembourg. [6] [7]
    • Residents:
      - Holders of non-EU driving licenses must convert their foreign license into a Luxembourg driving license within one year of taking up normal residence in Luxembourg. [5] [6]
      - For EU/EEA license holders: A driving licence issued by a member state of the EEA is recognised throughout the EEA and can be used as long as it is valid. [4]
      - If your driving licence expires during a trip abroad, it automatically becomes invalid and may not be recognised in other countries. [4]
      - The exception is for those holding EEA driving licences issued in exchange for a non-EEA licence. [4]

Source links:

  1. https://treaties.un.org/Pages/ViewDetailsV.aspx?src=TREATY&mtdsg_no=XI-B-1&chapter=11
  2. https://treaties.un.org/Pages/ViewDetailsIII.aspx?src=IND&mtdsg_no=XI-B-19&chapter=11
  3. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Driving_Permit
  4. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/European_driving_licence
  5. https://guichet.public.lu/en/citoyens/transport/transports-individuels/permis-conduire/international/transcription-enregistement-permis.html
  6. https://www.justarrived.lu/en/mobilite-luxembourg/permis-conduire-regles-conduite/
  7. https://axa.lu/en/blog-car-foreign-driving-licence-luxembourg

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Driving tips for Luxembourg:

  • Luxembourg is a right-hand drive country.
  • The maximum allowed speed limit is 50 km/h on urban roads, 90 km/h on rural roads and 130 km/h on highways. However, if your driving experience is less than 2 years, you must drive at a speed of 70 km/h.
  • Seat belt is a must.
  • The maximum permitted drink drive limit is 50 mg per 100 ml of blood.
  • The minimum age to drive is 18. The minimum age to rent a car is 23.
  • Hands-free kit is a must.
  • Safety camera warning devices are not illegal.
  • Children from three to eighteen years whose height is less than 1.50 cm are not allowed to sit in the front seats.
  • If a child already weighs more than 36 kg, use a seat belt.
  • There are no toll roads in Luxembourg.
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Poland
Romania

The research was last conducted in October 2025, and the information is subject to change over time. You may copy this information only if you provide a link back to this page.

1. Participation in the 1949 and/or 1968 United Nations Conventions on Road Traffic

  • Romania acceded to the Geneva, 19 September 1949 Convention on Road Traffic on 26 January 1961 (a). [1]
  • Romania signed the Vienna, 8 November 1968 United Nations Convention on Road Traffic on 8 November 1968 and ratified it on 9 December 1980. [2]

2. Recognition of the International Driving Permit (IDP)

Romania recognizes International Driving Permits (IDPs) both 1-year (1949 Convention) and 3-year (1968 Convention). [3]

Romania also recognizes IDPs according to the 1926 International Convention, valid for 1 year. [3]

3. Duration of driving with a foreign license (+ IDP) if resident or non-resident

  • Non-residents:
    - EU licenses remain valid without conversion. [4]
    - Licenses from Vienna Convention signatories (e.g., USA, Canada, UK) are valid for 90 days. [4]
    - Non-EU and non-Vienna Convention licenses require an International Driving Permit (IDP) to be valid. [4]
  • Residents:
    - If you stay in Romania for over 185 days per year and establish residence, you must obtain a Romanian license. [4]

Source links:

  1. https://treaties.un.org/Pages/ViewDetailsV.aspx?src=TREATY&mtdsg_no=XI-B-1&chapter=11
  2. https://treaties.un.org/Pages/ViewDetailsIII.aspx?src=IND&mtdsg_no=XI-B-19&chapter=11
  3. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Driving_Permit
  4. https://www.whitemountain.ro/blog-how-to-obtain-a-driving-licence-in-romania-11.html

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Driving tips for Romania:

  • In Romania, they drive on the right side of the road.
  • The minimum age to drive is 18.
  • Seat belt is obligatory.
  • You must have a first-aid kit, a fire extinguisher and a warning road triangle in your car.
  • In winter, you are to use appropriate winter tyres and snow chains.
  • The maximum allowed speed limit is 50 km/h in residential areas, 90 km/h on public roads and 130 km/h on highways.
  • A driver in Romania must be sober. That means the maximum allowed drink drive limit is 0 mg per 100 ml of blood.
  • You are prohibited to horn from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. in residential areas.
  • You are not allowed to transport children under the age of twelve in the front seats.
  • You must park on the right in the direction of the traffic.
  • If you are a foreigner to Romania, buy a road tax sticker.
  • Don’t forget to change the money.
  • Keep in mind that there are gas stations that take only cash. No credit cards available!
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