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Cross-border route

Afghanistan Uzbekistan

Driving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Afghanistan into Uzbekistan, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Uzbekistan expects foreign drivers to hold an IDP, in the 1968 Vienna format. Both countries drive on the right, so there is no change of driving side at the border. Plan your border crossing in advance and keep your passport, national licence and IDP together.
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Last reviewed June 2026

Route at a glance
FromAfghanistan
ToUzbekistan
IDP in UzbekistanRequired
Accepted format1968 Vienna
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in UzbekistanUZS
Afghanistan → Uzbekistan

Crossing the border

Afghanistan and Uzbekistan share a land border you can cross by car. Keep your passport, national driving licence and International Driving Permit together, and check opening hours and any toll or vignette requirements before you travel.

Driving rules in Uzbekistan

  • Drive on the right.
  • Zero-tolerance alcohol policy.
  • Headlights on outside cities.
  • Carry passport, IDP and home licence.

What to see when you arrive in Uzbekistan

  • the Registan square of Samarkand
  • the old city of Bukhara
  • the walled town of Khiva
  • the mosaics of the Shah-i-Zinda
  • the bazaars of Tashkent

Common questions

01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Afghanistan to Uzbekistan?
Yes — Uzbekistan requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Uzbekistan recognises the 1968 Vienna format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Afghanistan and Uzbekistan?
No. Both Afghanistan and Uzbekistan drive on the right.
03
How quickly can I get an IDP for this trip?
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