Russia
RussiaDriving in Russia on a foreign licence
Choose your country of licence
Whether you need an International Driving Permit in Russia depends on where your licence was issued. Pick your country of licence below for the exact verdict, the 1968 Vienna Convention format Russia accepts, and what to carry. An IDP is a certified translation of your national licence carried alongside the original, not a government-issued permit.
By country of licence
Where is your licence from?
Tap your country of licence for the verdict for Russia.
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Common questions
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Can I drive in Russia on a foreign licence?
Russia commonly asks foreign drivers to carry an International Driving Permit alongside their national licence. An IDP is a certified translation of your licence carried together with the original, not a government-issued permit. Russia recognises the 1968 Vienna Convention format. Choose your country of licence for the exact verdict.
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Which country of licence does this cover?
We answer driving in Russia for 16 different countries of licence: Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Japan, NZ, Nigeria, Singapore, South Africa, Philippines, UAE, UK, US. Each page gives the verdict, the convention basis, the rental-desk rule, and what to carry.
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How fast can I get an IDP for Russia?
International Driver Licence issues your digital IDP in as fast as 8 minutes, so you can have it ready before you travel to Russia.
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