Cross-border route
Iraq Jordan
Iraq 
JordanDriving across the border
Yes — you can drive from Iraq into Jordan, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Jordan 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.
Last reviewed June 2026
Route at a glance
FromIraq
ToJordan
IDP in JordanRequired
Accepted format1949 Geneva
Driving sideright (no change)
Currency in JordanJOD
Iraq → Jordan
Crossing the border
Iraq and Jordan 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 Jordan
- Drive on the right.
- Seatbelts mandatory.
- Zero-tolerance alcohol for driving.
- Desert Highway speed cameras are common.
What to see when you arrive in Jordan
- the rock-cut city of Petra
- the desert of Wadi Rum
- the Dead Sea
- the Roman ruins of Jerash
- the mosaics of Madaba
Common questions
01
Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Iraq to Jordan?
Yes — Jordan requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Jordan recognises the 1949 Geneva format, which is what we issue.
02
Does the driving side change between Iraq and Jordan?
No. Both Iraq and Jordan 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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