Europe travel guide
Driving in North Macedonia with a foreign licence
You need an IDP
You need an IDP plus your national licence to drive in North Macedonia. North Macedonia drives on the right with Cyrillic signage, so an IDP is advised to translate your licence for desks and police.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDP neededYes
Minimum age18+
Convention1968 Vienna
On the road
Rules of the road in North Macedonia
- Headlights on at all times.
- Reflective vest and triangle required.
- 0.05% alcohol limit; zero for new drivers.
- Toll motorways between major cities.
At the rental desk
Skopje desks ask for an IDP with non-Latin-script licences.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in North Macedonia with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which North Macedonia requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does North Macedonia drive on?
North Macedonia drives on the right.
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