Asia travel guide
Driving in Bangladesh with a foreign licence
You need an IDP
You need an IDP plus your national licence to drive in Bangladesh. Bangladesh drives on the left amid dense traffic; an IDP is required for foreign drivers, though most visitors hire a car with a driver.
The essentials
Drives onThe left
IDP neededYes
Minimum age18+
Convention1949 Geneva
On the road
Rules of the road in Bangladesh
- Drive on the left.
- Heavy, mixed urban traffic — drive defensively.
- Horn use is constant.
- Carry passport, IDP and home licence.
At the rental desk
Self-drive desks require an IDP and passport; chauffeured hire is the norm.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Bangladesh with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Bangladesh requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Bangladesh drive on?
Bangladesh drives on the left.
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