Cross-border route
Georgia Azerbaijan
Georgia 
AzerbaijanDriving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Georgia into Azerbaijan, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Azerbaijan 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
FromGeorgia
ToAzerbaijan
IDP in AzerbaijanRequired
Accepted format1968 Vienna
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in AzerbaijanAZN
Georgia → Azerbaijan
Crossing the border
Georgia and Azerbaijan 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 Azerbaijan
- Drive on the right.
- Zero-tolerance alcohol limit (0.0%).
- Seatbelts mandatory.
- Carry passport, IDP and home licence.
What to see when you arrive in Azerbaijan
- the walled old city (Icherisheher) of Baku
- the Flame Towers
- the mud volcanoes of Gobustan
- the mountain village of Khinalug
- the Heydar Aliyev Center
Common questions
01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Georgia to Azerbaijan?
Yes — Azerbaijan requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Azerbaijan recognises the 1968 Vienna format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Georgia and Azerbaijan?
No. Both Georgia and Azerbaijan 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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