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Driving in Marshall Islands with a Ireland license

Short answer: you cannot drive in Marshall Islands on a Ireland license or an International Driving Permit alone — Marshall Islands requires a local or temporary licence.

Not accepted

An International Driving Permit is not sufficient to drive in Marshall Islands. Marshall Islands does not accept the IDP for foreign visitors — a local or temporary licence is required. Always confirm the current rule before you travel.

Convention basisMarshall Islands relies on local licensing rules rather than the UN IDP conventions.

At the rental deskMajuro rental is limited; an IDP and passport advised.

CarryCarry BOTH your Ireland national licence and the IDP at all times. The IDP is a translation of your licence and never replaces it.

Minimum age18+ to drive; rental typically 21+ with a young-driver surcharge under 25

Validity1–3 years (you choose at checkout)

FormatDigital PDF you print yourself, plus a QR-verifiable ID card — accepted alongside printed permits

Last verified June 2026Convention: Local rules

Irish drivers should carry an International Driving Permit with their licence when driving outside the EU and EEA. Your International Driving Permit is a certified multilingual translation of your existing licence, prepared in the Local rules format and carried alongside your national licence.

Driving rules in Marshall Islands

Drive on the right.
Low speed limits on narrow roads.
0.08% alcohol limit.
Few vehicles and limited fuel.

Common questions

Can I drive in Marshall Islands with a Ireland license?

you cannot drive in Marshall Islands on a Ireland license or an International Driving Permit alone — Marshall Islands requires a local or temporary licence. Marshall Islands relies on local licensing rules rather than the UN IDP conventions.

Is my Ireland driver's license valid in Marshall Islands?

Do I need an International Driving Permit for Marshall Islands?

Can I rent a car in Marshall Islands with a Ireland license?

Majuro rental is limited; an IDP and passport advised.

What IDP format does Marshall Islands accept?

Marshall Islands relies on local licensing rules rather than the UN IDP conventions.

How do I get an International Driving Permit for Marshall Islands?

An International Driving Permit is a certified multilingual translation of your existing Ireland license. You apply online, and it is issued as a printable PDF booklet with a QR-verifiable ID card in the Local rules format Marshall Islands uses — carried alongside your Ireland license.

Do I still carry my Ireland license?

Carry BOTH your Ireland national licence and the IDP at all times. The IDP is a translation of your licence and never replaces it.