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Cross-border route

Laos Myanmar

Driving across the border

Yes — you can drive from Laos into Myanmar, and you should carry an International Driving Permit alongside your national licence. Myanmar expects foreign drivers to hold an IDP, in the Local rules 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 Myanmar Myanmar requirements

Last reviewed June 2026

Route at a glance

FromLaos

ToMyanmar

IDP in MyanmarRequired

Accepted formatLocal rules

Driving sideright (no change)

Currency in MyanmarMMK

Laos → Myanmar

Crossing the border

Laos and Myanmar 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 Myanmar

Drive on the right (despite right-hand-drive cars).
Horns used frequently.
0.05% alcohol limit.
Carry passport, IDP and home licence.

What to see when you arrive in Myanmar

the temple plains of Bagan
the Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon
Inle Lake
the Golden Rock at Mount Kyaiktiyo
Mandalay's royal palace

Common questions

Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive from Laos to Myanmar?

Yes — Myanmar requires foreign drivers to carry an IDP with their national licence. Myanmar recognises the Local rules format, which is what we issue.

Does the driving side change between Laos and Myanmar?

No. Both Laos and Myanmar 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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