Asia travel guide
Driving in Tajikistan with a foreign licence
You need an IDP
You need an IDP plus your national licence to drive in Tajikistan. Tajikistan drives on the right and uses Cyrillic; an IDP is advised with your licence, and the Pamir Highway demands a robust 4x4.
The essentials
Drives onThe right
IDP neededYes
Minimum age18+
Convention1968 Vienna
On the road
Rules of the road in Tajikistan
- Drive on the right.
- Zero-tolerance alcohol policy.
- Remote high-altitude roads.
- Carry passport, IDP and permits for the GBAO region.
At the rental desk
Dushanbe desks ask for an IDP with non-Cyrillic licences; 4x4 for the Pamirs.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Tajikistan with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Tajikistan requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Tajikistan drive on?
Tajikistan drives on the right.
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