Europe travel guide
Driving in Slovakia with a foreign licence
You need an IDP
You need an IDP plus your national licence to drive in Slovakia. Slovakia drives on the right and enforces zero alcohol; non-EU visitors should carry an IDP, and an e-vignette is required on motorways.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDP neededYes
Minimum age18+
ConventionBoth
On the road
Rules of the road in Slovakia
- Zero-tolerance alcohol limit (0.0%).
- Motorway e-vignette required.
- Headlights on at all times.
- Winter tyres mandatory in snow.
At the rental desk
Bratislava desks request an IDP for non-EU licences; e-vignette usually included.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Slovakia with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Slovakia requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Slovakia drive on?
Slovakia drives on the right.
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