Cross-border route

Burkina Faso Ivory Coast

Driving across the border

Yes — you can drive from Burkina Faso into Ivory Coast, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Ivory Coast expects foreign drivers to hold an IDP, 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.

Get my permit for Ivory Coast Ivory Coast requirements

Last reviewed June 2026

Route at a glance

FromBurkina Faso

ToIvory Coast

IDP in Ivory CoastRequired

Accepted format1949 Geneva

Driving sideright (no change)

Currency in Ivory CoastXOF

Burkina Faso → Ivory Coast

Crossing the border

Burkina Faso and Ivory Coast 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 Ivory Coast

Drive on the right.
Toll motorway between Abidjan and Yamoussoukro.
0.08% alcohol limit.
Carry passport, IDP and home licence.

Common questions

Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Burkina Faso to Ivory Coast?

Yes — Ivory Coast requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Ivory Coast recognises the 1949 Geneva format, which is what we issue.

Does the driving side change between Burkina Faso and Ivory Coast?

No. Both Burkina Faso and Ivory Coast drive on the right.

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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