Asia travel guide
Driving in Malaysia with a foreign licence
You need an IDP
You need an IDP plus your national licence to drive in Malaysia. Malaysia drives on the left and recognises the IDP; tourists should carry one with their national licence to rent and drive.
The essentials
Drives onThe left
IDP neededYes
Minimum age18+
Convention1949 Geneva
On the road
Rules of the road in Malaysia
- Drive on the left.
- Touch 'n Go electronic tolls on highways.
- 0.05% alcohol limit.
- Helmets mandatory for motorbikes.
At the rental desk
Kuala Lumpur desks request an IDP for non-English licences.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Malaysia with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Malaysia requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Malaysia drive on?
Malaysia drives on the left.
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