Cross-border route
Burkina Faso Ghana
Burkina Faso 
GhanaDriving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Burkina Faso into Ghana, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Ghana 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
FromBurkina Faso
ToGhana
IDP in GhanaRequired
Accepted format1968 Vienna
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in GhanaGHS
Burkina Faso → Ghana
Crossing the border
Burkina Faso and Ghana 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 Ghana
- Drive on the right.
- Heavy urban congestion in Accra.
- 0.08% alcohol limit.
- Carry passport, IDP and home licence.
What to see when you arrive in Ghana
- the slave-trade castles of Cape Coast and Elmina
- the Kakum National Park canopy walk
- the Mole National Park
- the markets of Accra
- Lake Volta
Common questions
01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Burkina Faso to Ghana?
Yes — Ghana requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Ghana recognises the 1968 Vienna format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Burkina Faso and Ghana?
No. Both Burkina Faso and Ghana 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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