Europe travel guide
Driving in Finland with a foreign licence
You need an IDP
You need an IDP plus your national licence to drive in Finland. Finland drives on the right with mandatory daytime headlights; non-EU visitors should carry an IDP, and winter tyres are required in the cold months.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDP neededYes
Minimum age18+
ConventionBoth
On the road
Rules of the road in Finland
- Headlights on at all times.
- Winter tyres mandatory in winter conditions.
- 0.05% alcohol limit.
- Watch for elk/reindeer on rural roads.
At the rental desk
Helsinki desks ask for an IDP for non-EU licences.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Finland with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Finland requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Finland drive on?
Finland drives on the right.
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