Europe travel guide
Driving in Moldova with a foreign licence
You need an IDP
You need an IDP plus your national licence to drive in Moldova. Moldova drives on the right and uses both Latin and Cyrillic signage; an IDP is advised alongside your licence.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDP neededYes
Minimum age18+
Convention1968 Vienna
On the road
Rules of the road in Moldova
- Drive on the right.
- Headlights on outside towns.
- Zero-tolerance alcohol policy.
- Carry passport, IDP and home licence.
At the rental desk
Chișinău desks ask for an IDP with non-EU licences.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Moldova with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Moldova requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Moldova drive on?
Moldova drives on the right.
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