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Cross-border route

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Driving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Austria into Slovenia, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Slovenia expects foreign drivers to hold an IDP, in the Both format. Both countries drive on the right, so there is no change of driving side at the border. The Karawanken Tunnel on the A11/A2 links Villach with Ljubljana.
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Last reviewed June 2026

Route at a glance
FromAustria
ToSlovenia
IDP in SloveniaRequired
Accepted formatBoth
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in SloveniaEUR
Austria → Slovenia

Crossing the border

The Karawanken Tunnel on the A11/A2 links Villach with Ljubljana.

Driving rules in Slovenia

  • Motorway e-vignette required.
  • Headlights on at all times.
  • 0.05% alcohol limit; zero for new/professional drivers.
  • Reflective vest and triangle mandatory.

What to see when you arrive in Slovenia

  • Lake Bled and its island church
  • the Postojna Cave
  • the old centre of Ljubljana
  • the Julian Alps and Triglav
  • the Predjama Castle

Common questions

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