Cross-border route
Brazil Uruguay
Brazil 
UruguayDriving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Brazil into Uruguay, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Uruguay 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. The road crosses at Chuí/Chuy, a town split between the two countries.
Last reviewed June 2026
Route at a glance
FromBrazil
ToUruguay
IDP in UruguayRequired
Accepted format1968 Vienna
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in UruguayUYU
Brazil → Uruguay
Crossing the border
The road crosses at Chuí/Chuy, a town split between the two countries.
Driving rules in Uruguay
- Drive on the right.
- Zero-tolerance alcohol limit (0.0%).
- Headlights on at all times on highways.
- Seatbelts mandatory for all occupants.
What to see when you arrive in Uruguay
- the beaches of Punta del Este
- the old town of Colonia del Sacramento
- the Rambla and old city of Montevideo
- the wine country of Carmelo
- the surf town of La Paloma
Common questions
01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Brazil to Uruguay?
Yes — Uruguay requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Uruguay recognises the 1968 Vienna format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Brazil and Uruguay?
No. Both Brazil and Uruguay 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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