Cross-border route
Croatia Montenegro
Croatia 
MontenegroDriving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Croatia into Montenegro, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Montenegro 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
FromCroatia
ToMontenegro
IDP in MontenegroRequired
Accepted format1968 Vienna
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in MontenegroEUR
Croatia → Montenegro
Crossing the border
Croatia and Montenegro 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 Montenegro
- Headlights on at all times.
- Carry a reflective vest and triangle.
- 0.03% alcohol limit.
- Tunnel toll on the Sozina route.
What to see when you arrive in Montenegro
- the Bay of Kotor
- the walled town of Budva
- Durmitor National Park
- Sveti Stefan islet
- the Tara River Canyon
Common questions
01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Croatia to Montenegro?
Yes — Montenegro requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Montenegro recognises the 1968 Vienna format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Croatia and Montenegro?
No. Both Croatia and Montenegro 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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