Cross-border route
Belarus Latvia
Belarus 
LatviaDriving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Belarus into Latvia, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Latvia 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. Plan your border crossing in advance and keep your passport, national licence and IDP together.
Last reviewed June 2026
Route at a glance
FromBelarus
ToLatvia
IDP in LatviaRequired
Accepted formatBoth
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in LatviaEUR
Belarus → Latvia
Crossing the border
Belarus and Latvia 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 Latvia
- Headlights on at all times.
- Winter tyres mandatory Dec–Feb.
- 0.05% alcohol limit; 0.02% for new drivers.
- Reflective vest and triangle required.
What to see when you arrive in Latvia
- the Art Nouveau old town of Riga
- the palace of Rundāle
- Jūrmala beach
- the Gauja National Park
- Sigulda's castles
Common questions
01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Belarus to Latvia?
Yes — Latvia requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Latvia recognises the Both format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Belarus and Latvia?
No. Both Belarus and Latvia 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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