Cross-border route
Belarus Lithuania
Belarus 
LithuaniaDriving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Belarus into Lithuania, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Lithuania 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
ToLithuania
IDP in LithuaniaRequired
Accepted formatBoth
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in LithuaniaEUR
Belarus → Lithuania
Crossing the border
Belarus and Lithuania 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 Lithuania
- Headlights on day and night.
- Winter tyres mandatory Nov–Mar.
- 0.04% alcohol limit; zero for novice/professional drivers.
- Reflective vest and triangle required.
What to see when you arrive in Lithuania
- the old town of Vilnius
- the Hill of Crosses near Šiauliai
- the Curonian Spit
- Trakai Island Castle
- Kaunas' interwar architecture
Common questions
01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Belarus to Lithuania?
Yes — Lithuania requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Lithuania recognises the Both format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Belarus and Lithuania?
No. Both Belarus and Lithuania 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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