Iraq
IraqCross-border driving routes from Iraq
Routes from Iraq
You can drive from Iraq into 6 neighbouring countries by road. Pick a destination below for the border crossing, whether the driving side changes, and the IDP format it accepts. An International Driving Permit is a certified translation of your national licence carried alongside the original, not a government-issued permit.
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Routes from Iraq
Tap a neighbouring country for its border and IDP guide.
Iraq → Iran1949 GenevaIraq → Jordan1949 GenevaIraq → Kuwait1968 ViennaIraq → Saudi Arabia1949 GenevaIraq → Syria1949 GenevaIraq → Turkey1949 Geneva & 1968 Vienna
Common questions
01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive out of Iraq?
You should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence in most countries you drive into from Iraq. The IDP is a certified translation of your licence, carried together with the original — not a government-issued permit and never a replacement for your licence. Whether it is required depends on the destination country, so open the route for the neighbour you are crossing into.
02
Which countries can I drive to from Iraq?
Iraq shares a land border you can cross by car with 6 countries: Iran, Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey. Each route guide covers the main crossing, the driving side, and local rules.
03
How fast can I get an IDP for the trip?
International Driver Licence issues your digital IDP in as fast as 8 minutes, so you can have it ready before you set off from Iraq.
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