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Cross-border route

Belize Guatemala

Driving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Belize into Guatemala, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. An IDP is recommended in Guatemala and required if your licence is not in the Roman alphabet, in the 1949 Geneva 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
FromBelize
ToGuatemala
IDP in GuatemalaRecommended
Accepted format1949 Geneva
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in GuatemalaGTQ
Belize → Guatemala

Crossing the border

Belize and Guatemala 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 Guatemala

  • Drive on the right.
  • Avoid night driving outside cities.
  • 0.08% alcohol limit.
  • Topes (speed bumps) frequent in towns.

What to see when you arrive in Guatemala

  • the colonial city of Antigua
  • the Maya ruins of Tikal
  • Lake Atitlán
  • the market of Chichicastenango
  • the volcanoes of the highlands

Common questions

01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Belize to Guatemala?
An IDP is strongly recommended for Guatemala and required if your national licence is not printed in the Roman alphabet. Guatemala recognises the 1949 Geneva format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Belize and Guatemala?
No. Both Belize and Guatemala 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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