Asia travel guide
Driving in Cambodia with a foreign licence
Bring an IDP
Rental desks and local authorities in Cambodia commonly ask foreign drivers to carry an IDP alongside their national licence. Cambodia drives on the right; an IDP is commonly requested for foreign drivers, and traffic in Phnom Penh is chaotic and best approached cautiously.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDPStrongly recommended
Minimum age18+
Convention1968 Vienna
On the road
Rules of the road in Cambodia
- Drive on the right.
- Helmets mandatory for motorbikes.
- 0.05% alcohol limit.
- Carry passport, IDP and home licence.
At the rental desk
Self-drive desks ask for an IDP; many tourists hire a driver or tuk-tuk.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Cambodia with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Cambodia requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Cambodia drive on?
Cambodia drives on the right.
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