Asia travel guide
Driving in Timor-Leste with a foreign licence
You need an IDP
You need an IDP plus your national licence to drive in Timor-Leste. Timor-Leste drives on the left; an IDP is recommended with your home licence, and rural roads are rough and often unsealed.
The essentials
Drives onThe left
IDP neededYes
Minimum age18+
ConventionLocal rules
On the road
Rules of the road in Timor-Leste
- Drive on the left.
- Rough, mountainous roads outside Dili.
- 0.05% alcohol limit.
- Carry passport, IDP and home licence.
At the rental desk
Dili desks request an IDP; 4x4 advised outside the capital.
Common questions
01
Can I drive in Timor-Leste with a foreign licence?
Yes, with your national licence plus an International Driving Permit, which Timor-Leste requires for foreign drivers.
02
Which side of the road does Timor-Leste drive on?
Timor-Leste drives on the left.
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