Cross-border route
Azerbaijan Armenia
Azerbaijan 
ArmeniaDriving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Azerbaijan into Armenia, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Armenia 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.
Last reviewed June 2026
Route at a glance
FromAzerbaijan
ToArmenia
IDP in ArmeniaRequired
Accepted format1968 Vienna
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in ArmeniaAMD
Azerbaijan → Armenia
Crossing the border
Azerbaijan and Armenia 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 Armenia
- Drive on the right.
- Headlights on outside cities.
- Zero-tolerance alcohol policy.
- Mountain roads with steep grades.
What to see when you arrive in Armenia
- the temple of Garni
- the Geghard Monastery
- Lake Sevan
- the Khor Virap monastery with Mount Ararat views
- the capital Yerevan
Common questions
01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Azerbaijan to Armenia?
Yes — Armenia requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Armenia recognises the 1968 Vienna format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Azerbaijan and Armenia?
No. Both Azerbaijan and Armenia drive on the right.
03
How quickly can I get an IDP for this trip?
International Driver Licence issues your digital IDP in as fast as 8 minutes, so you can have it ready before you set off.
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