Asia travel guide
Driving in Kyrgyzstan with a foreign licence
Bring an IDP
Rental desks and local authorities in Kyrgyzstan commonly ask foreign drivers to carry an IDP alongside their national licence. Kyrgyzstan drives on the right and uses Cyrillic; an IDP is advised with your licence for its scenic but demanding mountain roads.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDPStrongly recommended
Minimum age18+
Convention1968 Vienna
On the road
Rules of the road in Kyrgyzstan
- Drive on the right.
- Zero-tolerance alcohol policy.
- High mountain passes with rough surfaces.
- Carry passport, IDP and home licence.
At the rental desk
Bishkek desks ask for an IDP with non-Cyrillic licences; 4x4 advised for passes.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Kyrgyzstan with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Kyrgyzstan requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Kyrgyzstan drive on?
Kyrgyzstan drives on the right.
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