Europe travel guide
Driving in Lithuania with a foreign licence
You need an IDP
You need an IDP plus your national licence to drive in Lithuania. Lithuania drives on the right and keeps headlights on year-round; non-EU visitors should carry an IDP alongside their licence.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDP neededYes
Minimum age18+
ConventionBoth
On the road
Rules of the road in Lithuania
- Headlights on day and night.
- Winter tyres mandatory Nov–Mar.
- 0.04% alcohol limit; zero for novice/professional drivers.
- Reflective vest and triangle required.
At the rental desk
Vilnius desks request an IDP for non-EU licences.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Lithuania with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Lithuania requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Lithuania drive on?
Lithuania drives on the right.
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