Cross-border route

Guinea Senegal

Driving across the border

Yes — you can drive from Guinea into Senegal, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Senegal 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 Senegal Senegal requirements

Last reviewed June 2026

Route at a glance

FromGuinea

ToSenegal

IDP in SenegalRequired

Accepted format1949 Geneva

Driving sideright (no change)

Currency in SenegalXOF

Guinea → Senegal

Crossing the border

Guinea and Senegal 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 Senegal

Drive on the right.
Toll motorway from Dakar to the airport.
0.08% alcohol limit.
Carry passport, IDP and home licence.

What to see when you arrive in Senegal

the pink waters of Lake Retba
the island of Gorée
the markets of Dakar
the Djoudj bird sanctuary
the colonial town of Saint-Louis

Common questions

Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Guinea to Senegal?

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

Does the driving side change between Guinea and Senegal?

No. Both Guinea and Senegal 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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