Asia travel guide
Driving in Taiwan with a foreign licence
You need an IDP
You need an IDP plus your national licence to drive in Taiwan. Taiwan drives on the right and recognises the IDP for short stays; tourists should carry one with their national licence, validated locally if staying longer.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDP neededYes
Minimum age18+
Convention1949 Geneva
On the road
Rules of the road in Taiwan
- Drive on the right.
- Scooters are everywhere — watch waiting zones at lights.
- 0.03% alcohol limit.
- Electronic (eTag) freeway tolls.
At the rental desk
Desks request an IDP; longer stays may need motor-vehicle office registration.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Taiwan with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Taiwan requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Taiwan drive on?
Taiwan drives on the right.
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